Housebuilders’ school makeover gives big boost to Woking community

Sythwood School received a generous transformation to its sports hall in efforts to further foster community spirit, with £5,000 worth of refurbishments being made.

The revamp comes as part of the Cala Homes (Thames) Community Pledge programme, which aims to positively impact the surrounding areas and communities in which it builds.

The initiative has included the fitting of sound-muffling ‘clouds’ in the sports hall walls to reduce the echo.

Other improvements include the repainting of hand railings, replanting of flower beds, and renewing woodwork – all completed by company staff, with a helping hand from volunteers and traders near the Chestnut Fields development.

Amy O’Kane, Sythwood School’s Deputy Headteacher, said: “We are so grateful to Cala and their Community Pledge for what they have given to the school. The additions will be invaluable to the children, and we can’t wait to start a new school year utilising all the amazing features in the sports hall.”

Cala’s Community Pledge brings together a host of measures unique to each community, including activities, donations, initiatives, volunteering drives and more.

Alison Deakin, Sales and Marketing Director at Cala Homes (Thames), said: “We’re delighted to have donated our time and resources to Sythwood School. Community plays an important role in our ethos at Cala, thanks to the Community Pledge, and we were happy to help transform the local school and make a positive difference for the children.”

For more information about Cala Homes’ Chestnut Fields development, visit: www.cala.co.uk/homes-for-sale/south-east-england/surrey/chestnut-fields-woking/

More information on their Community Pledge visit /www.cala.co.uk/sustainability/building-communities/community-pledge/