From war veterans to retired seamstresses, Westminster pupils called in on local members of the community to deliver Christmas hampers containing anything from daily staples, like coffee and tea, to special treats such as panettone and Christmas pudding.

Every December for the past twenty years, Westminster pupils have supported In-Deep’s mission to prevent isolation among older people and to provide for children with special needs and their families. In the weeks leading up to the School’s Christmas break, everyone in the Westminster community plays their part by donating food and essentials for In-Deep’s Christmas hampers, and then a group of pupil volunteers gather the goods together and deliver them to nearby doorsteps.

Emma Chapman MBE, In-Deep Co-ordinator said “It is a great to be working so closely with Westminster School and have their ongoing support for over 20 years. Our work at In-Deep helps isolated older people and disabled children and their families in Westminster, Lambeth and the surrounding areas. During these tough times our work is more important than ever, and the help of Westminster students is especially important during the Christmas season.”

Zain (Sixth Form, LL) said “For me it means giving back. I hope my help improves, even if slightly, the conditions of other people.”