More than £1,300 was raised for a special school which teaches pupils with severe, profound and complex needs.
Ten teachers from the Wyvern School in Great Chart completed a 5km run at Victoria Park on Saturday to collect cash for new outdoor equipment, smashing their initial £750 target.
Teacher Becky Macey ran while pushing pupil James Marshall in his wheelchair, and was thrilled to complete the course in 24 minutes and 39 seconds.
She said the run was a huge success which will only bring benefits for everyone going forward, with teachers hoping to buy equipment including bikes and scooters.
“It was fantastic to see so many staff turn out to run,” she said.
Donations will allow the school to purchase equipment like bicycles
“After Christmas we started a running club to promote health and wellbeing and we wanted to use our new-found fitness to help raise vital funds for the school.
“Our pupils thrive on outdoor learning opportunities and we’ve raised enough money to provide new play equipment for every class.
“On behalf of the staff, I’d like to say thank you to all those who have generously contributed via our JustGiving crowdfunding page and also to the Asics running store at the Ashford Designer Outlet, which kindly provided discounted running tops for all staff taking part.”
Staff had hoped to raise £750 for the school, but smashed that target by collecting more than £1,300 and continue to receive donations.
To donate, visit www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/becksmacey
Picture: Robin Webster
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