Whyteleafe pupils swap classroom for catwalk with fund-raising fashionshow

Pupils at Whyteleafe School can be excused for being a bit attention-seeking later this month as the PTA encourages them to step into the spotlight in a fund-raising fashion show.

The parental group is a frequent supporter and contributor to school life through a variety of fund-raising efforts throughout the academic year, but it is more than six years since they have taken to the catwalk for cash.

However, after two recent highly successful fashion shows for adults, it has been decided to let the children have their moment in the spotlight, and in conjunction with ‘Kids on the Catwalk’, on April 30th, Whyteleafe’s pupils will have their chance to strut their stuff in front of their friends and family – all in the name of supporting the school.

“The two previous events went down really well so it seemed natural that we let the children themselves have a go,” said a school spokeswoman.

“It’ll certainly be something a bit out of the ordinary for them and their families, so with more than 60 of the children taking part, we’re hoping it’ll attract a good crowd. Kids on the Catwalk will then provide a facility whereby if you like something you’ve seen on the
night, you can buy it straight afterwards – so parents be warned, you may find it hard to resist some of your children’s requests when it’s helping such a deserving cause!”.