Fundraising has always been an important part of life at St John’s School. Our children are encouraged to help other people and to consider those less fortunate than themselves. We always ensure that a representative from the charity that we are currently supporting comes to the school to explain the work of their organisation to both staff and pupils.
Each year St John’s selects a local or national charity to support. In previous academic years we have supported SNAP (Special Needs And Parents), an Essex charity for families with children and young people who have any special need or disability, in 2021 to 22 we raised £4,442.77. In 2022 to 2023 we supported the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance raising an incredible £5,553.87 in one year. In 2023 to 2024 we supported Childline and raised £3,061.96 across the year.
Throughout the year Miss Blore and Mr Murray organise various events for our pupils to enjoy such as cake sales, raffles and non-uniform days. Any appeal launched at school is always met with a response of kindness and generosity that is so typical of St John’s School pupils, staff and parents.
Our chosen charity for 2024 to 2025 is Support Dogs for Autism, Epilepsy and Disability Assistance. Support Dogs (registered charity number 1088281) is a national charity dedicated to saving and improving the lives of children and adults with various challenging medical conditions. They provide, train and support specialist assistance dogs to achieve this.
If you would like support our 2024 to 2025 campaign donations can be sent to Miss Blore.
