Highfields has donated thousands of pounds to charities and good causes over the past year after hosting a series of fundraising events.

Generous students and staff annually hold a number of fundraisers to pull in funds for a variety of causes.

Among them is Compton Care, which has received £3,055.10.

The Wolverhampton-based organisation, which provides support for people living with or caring for someone with an incurable illness - has presented the school with a certificate of appreciation and thanked students and staff for their fundraising efforts.

Spokeswoman Leonie Hudson said: “Thank you so much for your generous donation of £3,055.10, raised by Highfields staff and students. Your donation could pay for four people to receive much needed care on our in patient care unit.

"This is such a precious gift to give to our patients and their families. You are helping to provide vital care at a time when people need it the most.”

Fundraisers also recently donated money to wear purple for the day to raise awareness of domestic violence against women. The event raised £500 for Women’s Aid.

Other donations include £361.02 to Macmillan Cancer Suppport; £1,355.49 to Save the Children; £1727.16 to Children in Need;£394.27 to Comic Relief; £319.51 to NSPCC and £121.77 to World Book Day.

A live-streamed lockdown concert featuring soul superstar Beverley Knight - a former Highfields student - as well as other talented former students also raised £1000 for the NHS Relief Fund to support frontline health workers during the Covid pandemic.