City councillors donate £2,000 to support schools and nurseries

Liberal Democrat councillors have donated £2,080 from their ward budgets to support schools and nurseries in Milton Keynes.

The funding will help to improve school facilities, support children with additional needs, promote road safety and celebrate the city’s diverse communities.

Among the projects supported:

Howe Park School (Emerson Valley) received £400 towards new library books and learning resources.

Oakgrove School was awarded £380 to support Culture Day, celebrating diverse backgrounds and languages represented in the community.

Sunflower School - £500 for the Saturday school supporting Ukrainian children to help to keep their language and culture alive.

Tickford Primary School (Newport Pagnell) was awarded £150 to install road traffic signs to improve safety and encourage responsible driving near the school during pick up and drop off.

Cedars Primary School and Nursery (Newport Pagnell) received £250 to improve its outdoor play area with new equipment.

St Bernadette’s Catholic School (Monkston) was awarded £150 to put towards a new sensory garden for SEND pupils including accessible paths for wheelchair users.

Green Park School (Newport Pagnell) received £250 for outdoor learning equipment.

Local councillors say small grants like these can make a big difference to local children and families.

Councillor Jenni Ferrans, who supported the new sensory garden for SEND pupils, said:

“The sensory garden at St Bernadette’s will make a real difference for pupils with additional needs. Having a calm, accessible outdoor space where children can feel safe and reflect is incredibly important. Simple improvements like accessible paths and sensory features can have a big impact on a child’s wellbeing and confidence.”

Councillor Uroy Clarke, who supported Oakgrove School’s Culture Day, said:

“Milton Keynes is one of the most diverse and welcoming cities in the country. Culture Day at Oakgrove celebrates the many languages, backgrounds and traditions that make our community so special.”

Councillor Clare Tevlin, who awarded £500 to the Sunflower School, said:

“Our city is home to families from many different backgrounds. Supporting the Sunflower School helps children affected by the war in Ukraine, to keep their language and cultural identity alive while building a future here in Milton Keynes.”

Lib Dem councillors say these grants reflect their commitment to building a city that works for everyone – One People, One Community, One City.