Boston-area pupils help raise £21,000-plus through Santa Run

Thomas Middlecott Academy, in Kirton, and Bruce Wallis Academy, in Coningsby, were the David Ross Education Trust sites that took part in the fundraiser.

It involved students and staff either running or walking a course alongside their classmates, dressed in Santa hats and suits.

The money will be streamed into the trust’s Inspiration Fund, which supports enrichment programmes and activities, such as sports clubs, music festivals and lessons, across its 34 schools.

Pupils from reception to Year 10 took part in the run. Due to coronavirus measures still in place across these schools, pupils ran and walked within their own bubbles safely at staggered times throughout the day.

Stuart Burns, chief executive officer of the David Ross Education Trust, said: “I am delighted that so many of our pupils signed up for the Santa Run and we are so proud of their efforts. We are extremely grateful to all of our students and families for supporting this event so generously, especially at the tail end of an extremely challenging year.

“The money raised will be invaluable in funding enrichment programmes across the trust. At DRET we are focused on providing a world-class education that broadens our pupils’ horizons. Our enrichment programme is second to none in the state sector, providing wonderful opportunities for pupils to explore new things, develop their passions and discover their talents. The run is a fantastic way to support this work, and a fabulously festive way to mark the end of term!”