Community Service News

Congratulations to Year 11’s Sophia Willis who was recently awarded the Skeete Family Nipper and Community Inclusion Award for her participation in the Bronte Dippers program run in partnership with Autism Swim. This program gives children who may not otherwise be able to participate in Nippers, the chance to develop water skills and learn beach safety. This award recognises the impact Sophia has had on both the children and their parents.

This recognition is especially significant as Sophia has been involved in the program for only one season. “I am really grateful that I was chosen for this award because it means that the work that I am doing has a positive impact on the people that I help and that is honestly the reason why I did it in the first place,” said Sophia.

Having previously participated in the Swim for Ukraine program, one of the leaders noticed Sophia worked well with children and recommended the Dippers program. Sophia said that “I really enjoy being able to help the kids gain more confidence in the water, and I love watching them improve every week.”

Well done, Sophia. You are an inspiration to us all!