St Laurence CE Junior Academy Pro Strike event raises £2.7k for new play equipment

St Laurence Junior pupils, families and staff are celebrating the fantastic success of their Pro Strike fundraising event, which raised an outstanding £2,702 through sponsorship.

The event brought a real buzz of excitement to the school in Ramsgate, with pupils taking part enthusiastically, cheering each other on and celebrating their achievements. Children were thrilled to receive their well-deserved prizes and there was a wonderful sense of pride across the school.

The money raised will go towards new playtime games and equipment, helping to make playtimes even more active, enjoyable and engaging for all children.

Alongside the impressive fundraising total, pupils also took part in a football challenge to test the speed and power of their kicks. There were some fantastic scores across the school, with children showing determination, skill and plenty of competitive spirit. Staff also joined in the fun, with Mr Bottle recording the highest staff score of 104 kph.

A special mention goes to all children who raised £100 or more individually, including Bertie (pictured below), who was the school’s top fundraiser with an incredible £157.

Headteacher Mrs Buckland said: “We are incredibly proud of all of our pupils for the enthusiasm, determination and team spirit they showed during the Pro Strike event.

“To raise £2,702 is a fantastic achievement and reflects the generosity of our families and the strength of our school community. The money raised will make a real difference to playtimes, helping us provide even more opportunities for children to play, be active and enjoy their time together.”

Every contribution, no matter the size, helped to reach the fantastic final total.