Fundraiser buys school a sandpit (From Oxford Mail)

Fundraiser buys school a sandpit

7:00pm Wednesday 15th February 2012 in News

Fundraisers for Wantage CofE Primary School have shown their grit after raising more than £3,000 to buy the youngsters a sandpit.

The pit, which can also double up as a stage, was installed as part of a scheme to improve play facilities.

Last year a £20,000 all-weather surface was installed, while there are plans to have tunnels made from willow trees, a path around the school field, and a weather station. Headteacher Phil Hibbs said: “I'm delighted to see the sandpit which will be enjoyed hugely by the children. It’s fantastic that it can also be used as a stage, and will certainly ensure that children do not tire of it.”

Key stage one teacher Caroline Cross added: “I’m thrilled to see the children enjoying and working co-operatively. Playtimes are going to be great but we have already thought of many ways to incorporate it into lessons as well.”

Jo Paige, chairman of Friends of Wantage CofE School, said: “This has been an exciting project and makes the fundraising worthwhile.”

It was officially unveiled on Monday, February 6.