'Inspirational' pupils of Heyhouses School in St Annes win national award for litter picking and seed planting
“The children are an inspiration and truly deserve the award”
Youngsters from a Fylde school went out and about to ensure their community looks at its very best.
Year Three children at Heyhouses CE Primary School in St Annes went litter picking and seed planting in the nearby Hope Street Park as part of their final qualification for the nationally-recognised Archbishops Young Leaders Award.
The park visit followed having to complete home tasks such as helping a neighbour and helping at home as well as school challenges, such as this year growing flowers for the school grounds and local parks.
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They have also helped reception children to read along with litter picking and random acts of kindness.
In conjunction with visiting Hope Street Park for the litter pick and seed planting, - where they were welcomed by St Annes town mayor Cllr Karen Harrison - the pupils have also been asked to create a poster addressing ongoing litter and dog mess issues there.
Year Three teacher Sarah Rodriguez said: “The children have really embraced the challenges and are a credit to our school and the local community.
“They have been dedicated to 'making a change' to our local community.
“Their dedication, leadership and sheer kindness has been admirable and inspirational and they had a great time in the park.
“They are an inspiration and truly deserve the award.”