A Grimsargh school’s pupils have welcomed the arrival of new homeowners on a new development with specially-designed cards.
The partnership between Apple Thwaite Homes and St Michael’s CE Primary School gave local pupils the chance to create a welcome card for the nearby Brookdale housing development.
The school shortlisted six designs before members of the local community were invited to cast their votes.
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The winning designs were revealed during a special school assembly on Friday 3 July, where the successful pupils Oliver, age 8 and Brooklyn, age nine, were recognised alongside the other finalists.
Mr Stuart Booth, headteacher at St Michael’s CE Primary School, said: “Our pupils thoroughly enjoyed taking part in this competition and were excited by the opportunity for their artwork to help welcome new residents to the village.
“The children were able to develop their creativity while strengthening their connection with the local community. We are incredibly proud of every pupil who took part and embraced the chance to let their light shine.”
The competition attracted over 150 votes, and the winning artworks were professionally printed to be used as the official welcome cards for new homeowners.
Samantha Palin, Sales Director for Applethwaite Homes, said: “We wanted to create something that truly reflects the warmth and strong sense of community in Grimsargh, and involving the pupils at St Michael’s was the perfect way to achieve that.
“The creativity on display was outstanding, making the votes from across the community really close. We’d like to thank every pupil who took part, the school for its support, and everyone in the community who voted for their favourite design.
“We’re delighted that the winning designs will help welcome new residents to the village and showcase all the reasons why Grimsargh is such a wonderful place to live.”
