On the afternoon of Wednesday 6 July, Starley Hall marked the end of the school year with their annual ‘End of Year Celebration’.

These events continue to be very successful and have been very well attended by young people, their families, staff, and a host of adults linked to the school and this year was no exception

This was an opportunity to visit the Starley Hall site, meet the staff and see some of the many developments that have taken place over the last academic year. Most importantly it was an opportunity to see some of the work carried out in the education programme and to celebrate the achievements of the young people in a fun way. Jim Morrison, DHT, delivered a moving speech and presented several young people with awards including Simon Fraser who was voted by staff and fellow pupils as student of the year. Simon was successful based on his progress and effort, contribution to community projects, awards and achievements.  According to his teachers and peers Simon has improved in confidence, enjoys school and is making plans for the future.

Other students shared their successful Hospitality and Enterprise projects including homemade jam, cakes and beauty products, jewellery and art work. Callum Craighead was proud to talk about his impressive prints that were selling exceptionally well and with good reason.

Lunch – a buffet barbecue – was hosted by the students and an ice cream van proved very popular Students and staff also enjoyed a number of fun activities, such as the Bucking Bronco, Sumo Wrestling, Bungee Run and team games on the Sports Pitch.

It is a privilege to visit Starley Hall and talk to staff and students about the variety of Enterprise projects they have going on year in and year out.