Children at Starcross Primary School have had a very busy week, taking part in an art project in collaboration with local charities The Helen Foundation and DAISI. The project aim was to make three, large, colourful, fence panels to brighten up the small playground but to also make the space a little more private.
Caroline Radcliffe, teacher of Kittiwakes class at Starcross, contacted DAISI (a leading education arts charity) to enquire about a plan to cover the large fence space. DAISI grew the plan and got in touch with local artist Anna Bolon to assist with the project.
The children of Starcross enjoyed the full experience creating the final panels; from deciding on a seaside theme, to drawing out their original designs, sourcing recycled materials, working with Anna Bolon, learning new skills and seeing their vision come to life once the panels were put up in their playground.
Tara Trail, headteacher at Starcross said “The children have worked so hard on this project and we are so grateful for The Helen Foundation and DAISI for their support. Our pupils have loved seeing their ideas in the flesh and we look forward to more projects like this where all classes can work together to make something beautiful once again!”
This wonderful, whole school, inclusive project couldn’t have taken place without the support from The Helen Foundation. This financially supported workshop was facilitated by Daisi and topped up by the Starcross PTFA.
