Through the generous donations of the schoolβs parents and friends association, Highfield Prep School has opened enhanced play facilities in conjunction with its 25th anniversary celebrations.
The outdoor equipment provides pupils of all ages to improve their balance and coordination, the undercover quiet area is a multi-purpose space which fosters creativity through reading, socialising and engagement.
βThese enhanced facilities are making a major difference to our entire community,β Head of Highfield, Mr James Savile, said.
βThe fundraising efforts of HLC Friends have been nothing short of remarkable, and they have delivered our community with something very special in our 25th year.β
The brand-new facilities, which feature an outdoor playground and climbing wall, an undercover quiet zone and enhanced football/netball facilities are the direct result of fundraising efforts by βHLC Friendsβ, the parents and friends association of the Harrogate Ladiesβ College family of schools.
The major fundraising event for the project was the 25th Anniversary Ball, which was recently held at the Majestic Hotel. HLC Friends host a number of events throughout the year to raise funds for the school community.
βThe new playground for Highfield is more than just a nice climbing frame,β Chair of HLC Friends, Mrs Hannah Luck said.
βTogether with the βQuiet Zoneβ, and upgraded play equipment, itβs given our children a diverse, engaging, fun and safe space to use for those all-important outdoor breaks from the classroom.
βHLC Friends is very proud to have been able to support this project and grateful to all of the parents and friends in our community who generously contributed towards it,β she said.
Highfield also welcomed Harrogate Town AFC mascot, Harry Gator, to the opening, as part of their community foundationβs ongoing commitment to fostering strong, safe and active communities and maintaining a healthy, happy and connected Harrogate and District.
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