Children and staff at a Golborne Nursery sported silly headwear for a day to raise money for a cause close to their hearts.
Woodland Adventure Nursery, which has two settings including its Golborne nursery, raised an incredible £3,500 for Wigan and Leigh Hospice after organising a sponsored Crazy Hat Day.
The inspiration behind the fundraiser was one of the nursery’s much loved members of staff. Anna Gough, a chef at the nursery, received treatment at Wigan and Leigh Hospice last year after finding a lump in her mouth and being diagnosed with invasive adenocarcinoma.
Anna had to have major surgery, after which she had to re-learn how to eat and talk, with the support of the hospice team.
And of course it meant time away from work to recover, during which Anna – who is described as “adored” by the children and her colleagues at Woodland Adventure Nursery – was much missed.
Happily, the operation was a success and Anna is now back at work, much to the delight of staff and children.
They organised the Crazy Hat Day as a way of saying ‘thank you’ to Wigan and Leigh Hospice for the crucial role they played in Anna’s recovery and return to work.
“I have missed the children so much while I’ve been away from nursery, and it’s great to be back.”
Charlotte Matthews from Woodland Adventure Nursery, said: “Anna is such a kind-hearted lady and always so positive. She is always a pleasure to be around.
“All the staff and children adore Anna, which is why this fundraiser meant so much. The children’s parents made some fantastic hats for the sponsored walk, and the support from the wider community was truly heartwarming.”
And judging from the pictures of the day, it looks like everyone had lots of fun, too!
Well done everyone, and welcome back Anna!
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