Pupils providing support in local charity shops

Our pupils support local charity shops by offering to work in them on a Wednesday afternoon.

Aims

To provide support for local charities who conduct work in the community. To provide volunteering and service opportunities for our students in the local area.

Background

The member in staff in charge of volunteering sought out opportunities for our students to support charity work in the local area. Each year they contact local charities and ask how we might help them.

Resources

One member of staff arranges the opportunties and mentors the students.

Pupil Involvement

Pupils in Years 11 - 13 are currently involved in this support.

Frequency

Weekly during the term throughout the school year.