A year 6 pupil from Devon is being celebrated after raising £768 for Devon Wildlife Trust by completing her first triathlon. Polly, who serves as an Earth Councillor at Exwick Heights Primary School, took on a swim, cycle, and run challenge to support the charity as part of her Torbay and Devon Civic Award. She more than doubled her original fundraising target, demonstrating remarkable determination and commitment.
School and Charity Praise
The school and Devon Wildlife Trust have praised Polly’s dedication, highlighting her passion for environmental issues and enthusiasm for wildlife conservation. Exwick Heights Primary School, part of the Ted Wragg Trust, places a strong emphasis on developing confident and responsible young people who contribute positively to their communities.
Commitment to Sustainability
Across the Trust, schools are committed to sustainability through Climate Action Plans, helping pupils understand environmental challenges and empowering them to take meaningful action within their schools and beyond.
Support Polly’s Efforts
If you would like to support Polly’s efforts, her JustGiving page remains open for donations.
Quotes
Polly said: “I wanted to fundraise for Devon Wildlife Trust because I’m really passionate about the environment and what we can do to save it.”
Gemma Wills, headteacher at Exwick Heights Primary School, said: “We are incredibly proud of Polly for taking on such a tough challenge and showing real determination in completing her first triathlon. It is wonderful to see pupils using opportunities like this to support causes they care about and make a positive difference in their communities.”
A spokesperson for Devon Wildlife Trust said: “A huge thank you and congratulations to Polly, age 10, who has raised an incredible £700+ for Devon Wildlife Trust by completing her very first triathlon. Taking on a swim, cycle, and run was a huge challenge, but Polly absolutely smashed it and has raised more than double her original fundraising target.”
