Amphitheatre for West Moors Middle School with Help from the JTYAF

The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) was delighted to support an exciting project at West Moors Middle School, providing funding towards the building of a multipurpose Amphitheatre in the school’s grounds. The JTYAF contributed £6000 towards the project, which was match funded by the PTFA (Parent, Teacher and Friends Association) making this outdoor learning space possible.

Research has evidenced that time spent in an outdoor space has a positive impact on children’s mental health and wellbeing.  The new amphitheatre will provide the children with a place within nature to learn, perform, relax and even spectate.  It will also offer parents and carers the opportunity to see their children perform in plays, music and singing events, sports activities and award ceremonies.

Pete Thornton, Chair of the JTYAF, commented, “We were delighted to be invited to cut the ribbon at the official opening of this stunning new amphitheatre. It will make a real difference to the whole school community.  Seeing the amphitheatre in action with an outstanding performance by the children was a real treat. We are really pleased to have been able to help make this possible.”