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Our Giving Day Website is Now Live!

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Giving Day for Eastbourne College and St Andrew’s Prep! This exciting 36-hour fundraising event kicks off at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, 11 March. Our goal is to unite our communities, have some fun, and raise funds for the Blue Sky Bursaries Appeal, while also highlighting its vital importance.

Throughout the day, we invite you to celebrate our incredible community and support this meaningful initiative. To learn more about the Blue Sky Bursaries Appeal, watch our Caffè Sospeso film and discover the inspiration behind this ambitious campaign.

Highlights of the Day

9.00am – Mini Bus Pull Challenge
Our amazing driving team has set themselves the challenge of pulling a College mini bus up Old Wish Road. Watch from the sidelines as they demonstrate strength, determination, and teamwork—setting the tone for a fun-filled day ahead.

2.40pm – College Mascot Parade
Our College pupils will march down Old Wish Road with their House mascots, filling the street with colour, energy, and plenty of noise to kick-start the afternoon’s festivities!

3.00pm – House Tug of War

Get ready to cheer on your team at the College as our House Tug of War competition begins! Sponsored by Gearing Media Group, the event will be officiated by Nigel Gearing, a qualified Tug of War judge, along with experienced colleagues from the sport. Refreshments will be available in Big School—don’t miss out on the action!

3.00pm – Assault Courses & Games 

Our pupils will be testing their agility, strength, and teamwork in a variety of fun assault courses and games around College Field. Expect laughter, excitement, and some friendly competition!

4.00pm – Abseiling from Memorial Tower 

Some of our brave teachers will abseil down Memorial Tower—nominated by the pupils. Come along to see who takes on the challenge.

Fun at St Andrew’s Prep

St Andrew’s Prep will be embracing the Giving Day spirit with an afternoon packed full of games, challenges, and activities—a perfect mix of a summer fair, sports day, and St Andrew’s Day fun! Pupils will then join College Field for their Tug of War finals and to take part in the celebrations.

5.15pm – Prize Giving

Join us at The Pavilion on College Field as we wrap up the day's activities with our prize-giving ceremony—celebrating the spirit, effort, and achievements of everyone involved.

Be Part of Giving Day.

Come witness the fun, enthusiasm, and crazy moments that will make our first-ever Giving Day one to remember.

Make a Donation: Visit our dedicated Giving Day site to place a donation, share your school memories, take a fun quiz, and track our fundraising progress.

We can’t wait to see you there and make this event a resounding success together!