Year 11 Raise Over £5,000 for Cornwall Air Ambulance
Penrice Academy is celebrating the incredible achievement of its Year 11 students, who have successfully completed the annual 24-Hour Challenge in support of Cornwall Air Ambulance.
Starting at 1:30pm on Thursday 18th December, more than 120 students kept the energy flowing for a full day and night of non-stop activity. From dancing and cycling to rowing, fitness challenges, table tennis, and gym workout, the students demonstrated teamwork and determination throughout.
Their goal was to beat last year’s fundraising total of £4,105, set by the Class of 2025. This year’s cohort didn’t just beat it - they smashed it, raising over £5,000 for this vital local charity.
Mr Toms
Head of Year 11
“Team Year 11 have truly made a difference. Their energy and enthusiasm over the past 24 hours have been inspiring – particularly the 3am Adele singalong! I want to thank every single student who took part, and also our incredible Penrice staff supervisors - especially those who volunteered their time through the night. Without their support, this event simply wouldn’t be possible.
Together, we’ve achieved something amazing for Cornwall Air Ambulance and we can go into the festive break with a real spring in our step.”
The 24-Hour Challenge has become a proud Penrice tradition, showcasing the spirit of community and the power of young people to create positive change.
Ms Coleman
Headteacher at Penrice Academy
“Fundraising challenges such as the 24-Hour Challenge are about so much more than raising money. They help our students develop resilience, teamwork, empathy and leadership - skills that are essential for life beyond school. Whilst grades are the academic currency required for many students’ next steps beyond Penrice, their education would not be complete without character forging experiences like the 24-Hour Challenge.”
Cornwall Air Ambulance provides a lifeline for people across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, delivering critical care and rapid response in emergencies where every second counts. The charity relies on donations to keep its helicopters flying and save lives, making the efforts of Penrice students even more impactful.
Morwenna Smart, Community Manager at Cornwall Air Ambulance, said:
"We have been so impressed by the amazing Year 11’s taking on this challenge! They are doing such an incredible job, and to have raised over £5000 is just phenomenal. £5000 is the equivalent of a lifesaving mission, which just goes to show the huge impact they are making. Thank you all for helping to save lives this Christmas!"
There's Still Time to Donate
Not only did Year 11 hit their £5,000 target a few hours early, but we continue to accept donations and are currently totalling £5,360 at the time of writing. There's still time to donate. If you would like to add to Year 11's record-breaking fundraising total for the 24-Hour Challenge, then you can do so via the JustGiving page below which will remain open until we return in the New Year