Pupils at a Barrow primary school are being given even more reason to pick up a book thanks to a £1,000 donation to restock the school library.
The donation to Newbarns Primary and Nursery School has been made by local councillor and school governor Les Hall, who chose to give his full ward allowance for the year to support reading at the school.
Mr Hall, who represents the Hawcoat and Newbarns ward on Westmorland and Furness Council, said he was proud to support the school to help make reading a positive and exciting experience.
He said: “I’ve always been a keen reader and I know how important it is for children to enjoy reading, not just see it as schoolwork.
“When I saw that increasing literacy was one of the council’s priorities, I felt donating my ward allowance for books was a great way to help.”
Victoria Fitzgibbons, headteacher at Newbarns School which is part of South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust, said the donation would make a real difference.
“Reading for fun is incredibly important for children’s development, confidence and wellbeing.
“Our pupils really value their reading time and with the support of our school librarian we work hard to ensure they have access to books that inspire and excite them.
“We’re extremely grateful for this support.”
