26 November 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

I am writing to you with wonderful opportunity for our Year 9 students to come together and show kindness within our local community this Christmas season.

This year, I would like each of our Year 9 tutor groups to collectively create a Christmas collection that will be donated to the Hope Centre to support families and individuals in need.

The Christmas Collection

This is a fantastic way for our year group to demonstrate empathy and the spirit of giving.

• We are asking for a donation of just one item per student to contribute to their tutor group's collection. Of course, any additional items would be so greatly appreciated if your family is financially able to give more.
• A list of useful, suggested items that could go into the collection is attached to this letter for your reference.

We aim to have the collection assembled and ready to be delivered to the Hope Centre during the last week of term. Therefore, please ensure that all donated items are brought into school and given to your child's form tutor between now and Friday December 12th.

We are aware that the Christmas period can place additional financial pressure on families. Please know that we completely understand that this might be something your family cannot partake in at this time. There is absolutely no expectation for every student to contribute, and your child will not be penalised in any way if they are unable to bring in a donation.

Your support in encouraging a spirit of generosity and community in our students is invaluable.

Thank you in advance for your ongoing support.

Warm regards,

Miss E Johnson
Head of Year 9