Dale Brook care home in Clay Cross has donated a collection of books focused on wellbeing to pupils at Holgate Primary School.
The books will be used in reading groups across the school and by pastoral staff working with vulnerable children and families.
English Lead, Miss Hickens, welcomed the donation, saying,
“We buy books regularly, but not like this and not on this subject matter. We would like to offer a huge message of thanks to Dale Brook from the children and the staff.”
The school places a strong emphasis on encouraging a love of reading through initiatives such as buddy readers, library sessions and daily shared reading. Miss Hickens believes reading is essential to children’s development, adding:
“That’s where you start your journey through life. Everyone needs to read to get on in life. We have ‘buddy readers’, older children, who encourage and foster the love of books – we use the school library on a regular basis, and have daily shared reading in class.”
Dale Brook and Holgate Primary School are now exploring future opportunities to work together, including intergenerational activities involving residents and pupils.
Sharon Beecroft, Customer Relationship Manager at Dale Brook said,
“We are delighted to support Holgate Primary School with this donation. Reading can have a positive impact on both learning and emotional wellbeing, and we hope these books will benefit children and families for years to come. We look forward to seeing what comes next in our relationship.”
You can get to know more about community initiatives at Dale Brook during the home’s weekly Games Café event, where every Friday from 11:00-12:00 all are welcome to join the residents for board games, cards, and quizzes over light refreshments. To find out more, call 01246808074, email hello@dalebrookcarehome.co.uk, or drop into the home on Derby Road, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, S45 9AG.
