Eaton House The Manor School artwork fundraiser

Sam Wheeler, a PE teacher at the London-based school first heard about Momentum after the daughter of his best friend, was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL) two years ago.

Last summer, Sam took on a colossal 257-mile cycle ride from Beckenham in Southeast London to New Polzeath in Cornwall. The gruelling two-day challenge saw Sam raise a very impressive £15,000 for Momentum.

Since then, Sam has been a passionate advocate for Momentum, and we are thrilled that Eaton House The Manor School has joined us in supporting our work.

The school kicked off their fundraising by hosting a vibrant early‑evening art exhibition last month, celebrating creativity across the school.

Every child from Reception to Year 3 produced a piece of artwork inspired by the theme of Space, while each class also collaborated on a unique group piece. In addition, every year group created a larger collective artwork, demonstrating the children’s imagination and teamwork. The artwork was truly impressive, showcasing the remarkable talent of the children at the school.

Parents and carers were welcomed into the school theatre to browse the exhibition and purchase individual pieces. The evening culminated in a lively art auction, expertly hosted by a parent who works professionally in the auction industry.

Thanks to the generosity of the school community, the event raised over £4,000 for Momentum – what a fantastic start to the partnership!

We are excited to see the imaginative ways the pupils will continue to raise vital funds for Momentum.

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