Schools keeping spirits high and pupils cooking during lockdown

We have been truly inspired seeing how schools, pupils and families in Warwickshire have adapted to the unusual circumstances they have found themselves in during the coronavirus crisis. No one is going to pretend that it hasn't been challenging and difficult, in different ways for different people, but seeing the sense of humour and spirit which has shone through from across the Warwickshire family of schools has been fantastic.

Last week we shared some really lovely examples of this (if you missed it you can read 'Schools' reassuring messages to pupils during lockdown' here) and this week, after asking for schools to get in touch to tell us what they've been up to, we've got some more to share...so please keep reading....!

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Hurley Primary School in Atherstone has recorded this musical video message to say a 'big thank you' to their children and parents, as well as to the NHS heroes and key workers.

Just reading the comments on Facebook, it's clear to see how much this meant to all of the families of Hurley Primary and how it brought a smile (and a tear) to lots of faces. Well done all!

Watch the Hurley Primary teachers take on the 'Friends' theme here!

Inspired by the amount of cooking their children were doing at home, Abbots Farm Infant and Preschool in Rugby, decided to collate all of their favourite recipes from children, parents and staff into the 'Stay Safe Cookbook'. They have used the cookbook as a way to raise money for the NHS, raising £174 in the first 24 hours! The school are happy for this to be shared with others and if anyone would like to support the NHS they can make a donation via their donations page. 

View the 'Stay Safe Cookbook' here.