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Wednesday, 30th December 2020, 3:01 pm
Deputy head Matthew Whatford wanted to find a way for students to benefit from learning outside the classroom and his vision has grown, in partnership with Arun Youth Projects.
He said the effects of lockdown on students’ mental health was evident and the smallholding would be one way to help them.
Sussex Police, Angmering Parish Council and East Preston Parish Council have already given grants and now Persimmon Homes Thames Valley has agreed a donation as part of its Community Champions scheme.
The Angmering School head teacher Simon Liley, left, and deputy head Matthew Whatford at the smallholding with pupils Esme, Sam and Toby