Shrubbery Schools students sing – Shoppers and residents in Walmley were treated to a singalong when pupils from Sutton’s longest-standing independent school took to the streets to perform.
Students from the Shrubbery gathered near Walmley’s war memorial on Thursday, February 10 to sing inspirational songs as part of Children’s Mental Health Week.
Each day throughout the week, the students focussed on ‘five ways to wellbeing’ – with subjects like keep learning, connect, give, take notice and be active.
As part of the week, students helped volunteers from Jones’ Wood plant bluebells and snowdrops and delivered potted daffodils to neighbours of the school.
Other activities included lessons on Internet safety and learning circus skills
The children even put up posters around the school, which included compliments that they could tear off and give to their classmates – with 300 being handed out!
Shrubbery Schools students sing for community
The week’s activities, which were organised by teacher Debbie Whelan, reached out to the local community with the singalong.
Mrs Whelan said: “We wanted to share something that we enjoy doing with others and to get them to stop and focus on the here and now for a few minutes and for us hopefully to put a smile on their faces.
“Making wellbeing and mental health something that is regularly talked about and a part of everyday life is essential to helping the children become resilient, mentally healthy children.”
Headteacher Amanda Lees added: “The Shrubbery is a friendly and caring school where we put the personal development of the children on a par with academic excellence. This week of activities really helped get across the message that it’s important to look after yourself and your friends.”