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South Hill students enjoy their visit to Sunderland Fire Station.

Students from ESPA College South Hill recently visited Sunderland Central Fire Station as part of the College’s enrichment programme.  They were given a tour of the fire station and  learned about how to use the fire hose. Fire- fighters also invited them to sit in the fire appliance.  Some of the students have a keen interest  in fire stations…

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‘The Croft Social’ events and evenings are much enjoyed.

When the number of people attending the Tuesday Club reduced, staff conducted a consultation and as a result of feedback a new monthly gathering, ‘The Croft Social’ was established. Since it was formed it has hosted a variety of social evenings including; barbecues, summer fetes, 1970s disco and Valentines masquerade ball, Halloween fancy dress parties,…

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Another successful MacMillan Coffee Day fund raiser

Every year students, residents, staff, parents and friends take part in raising funds at MacMillan Coffee Mornings hosted in a variety of ESPA services. This year we raised a total of £898.27 at events held at MyPlace (£221.60), Beechwood (£122.05), North Rye (£261.00), The Croft Centre (£164.64) and Head Office (£128.98). Many of the people…

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