Comic Relief 2025

Comic Relief saw pupils and staff at Herne View Church of England Primary School and Apple Orchard Pre-School in Ilminster joining in a non-uniform day to raise funds for this worthy cause. The children also took part in a competition to design their very own red nose which saw lots of creative and very humorous ideas shared and a winner from each class was announced in assembly. On a more serious side the day helped the children understand the aims of Comic Relief with classes watching and discussing the official Comic Relief film to understand why their voices mattered to support the courageous advocacy of all involved. However, it certainly wasn’t all serious and classes found lots of fun ways to enjoy the day even doing some Red Nose Day cookies in one Year 1 class. Altogether the school raised £245.
Children’s thoughts from the day included:

Arthur Y1- it means to be like a superhero! 

Ernie Y3 - I feel happy as we are donating money to the charity to help others go to school and have shelter like me. 

Kiki Y6- I think Red Nose Day should be more often because we can raise more money for people who are less fortunate than ourselves. 

Logan Y4 - I like Red Nose Day because the charities give money to people who need it. Giving them money makes me feel happy because I'm giving something to other people.

Freddie Y1 - It is important to look after people who need help.

Alice Y5 - a small amount can go a long way to helping lots of people.

Elliott Y5 - We can raise money and have lots of fun at the same time.