We’re delighted to share that the pupils in our Sensational Learning Centre successfully ran their very first Community Café on campus! ☕🍰
The aim of this café was simple: to give pupils a real opportunity to build confidence, try out new roles and experience what it feels like to work as part of a team. And they did just that!
Throughout the afternoon, pupils:
• Welcomed and served customers
• Helped prepare food and organise the space
• Practised communicating with others in a friendly, real-life setting
• Supported each other and worked together to keep everything running smoothly
A big thank you to everyone who came along and supported the pupils. We’re incredibly proud of what they achieved, and we’re already looking forward to the next one! 🥳
Some great progress from the young people at Vibe as they continue developing our garden area! 🌳🌸
They’ve been working on the space around our shed and getting more plants into the ground, including pansies, carrots, and aubergines.
They also came up with a creative idea to reuse an old toilet as a planter! 😆
Projects like this are a gentle way for the young people to build confidence, try out practical skills, and re-engage with learning at a pace that works for them. Gardening gives them a calm space to focus and it won`t be long until they see their efforts grow. 👏
The Donaldson Trust`s Christmas Roundup! 🎅
What an incredible month it’s been! From a festive Christmas panto to delicious Christmas lunches, the team and the people we support have fully embraced the Christmas season. Here’s just a glimpse of all the fun we`ve had over the last few weeks.
As Christmas draws near, we can’t help but feel proud of all we’ve achieved and the wonderful moments we`ve shared. Now, it’s time to relax and recharge for another exciting year ahead! 😄
We are now closed for the Christmas break and will reopen on Monday 5th January 2026. Please note, our social media channels will not be monitored during this time.
Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas, we look forward to seeing you in the New Year! 🎄🎉
Oh, yes they did! Yesterday, the talented bunch supported by our Gate service took to the stage for their annual pantomime – Beauty and the Beast! 🥀
From building their own set to carefully choosing the song set list, every detail was carefully crafted by them. We`d also like to give a special shoutout to our tutor and director, Andrew, who supported them in building the set and bringing the show to life. It was a day full of joy, laughter and creativity. A true showcase of their hard work and talent! 👏
Christmas Mystery: SOLVED 🔍
For a while now, our Gate team and the people we support have been scratching their heads wondering why the orange juice kept mysteriously vanishing overnight.
No confessions. No evidence. Not even a sticky fingerprint in sight.
We finally checked the CCTV – and what did we find?
None other than Gate’s very own Christmas Elf, Clementine, sneaking into the kitchen!
Honestly, we should’ve guessed. The clue’s in the name after all!
So here she is, caught in the act. 🎥 The case is closed!
The next question is… how do we elf-proof our fridge?!
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The Donaldson Trust Christmas Fayre 2025 was a festive success! 🎅🎄
The talented individuals we support, alongside our dedicated staff, went above and beyond with their incredible creations – from handmade crafts to delicious baked goods.
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to support their hard work. 👏
