A Festive Wonderland at Surrey Square Primary School, supported by The Caring Family Foundation
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Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, captivated the students with a reading from her children’s book, ‘Flora & Fern: Wonder in the Woods’. Her visit added a magical touch, sharing messages of compassion and community during the holiday season.
The day at Surrey Square Primary School featured festive entertainment and nutritious lunches provided by Bill’s. Volunteers from Richard and Patricia Caring’s hospitality businesses, including Bill’s and The Birley Clubs—came together to make this day truly unforgettable for everyone involved. Their efforts demonstrated the power of collective kindness in fostering cherished memories for children and families alike.
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Hide AdThis event is part of TCFF’s broader 2024 ‘Food From the Heart’ Campaign, which seeks to combat child poverty and food insecurity in the UK. According to the Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG), 900,000 school-age children in England living in poverty miss out on free school meals.

By combining efforts across the hospitality sector and leveraging its platform, TCFF is actively raising funds, aiming to expand its reach and make a greater impact in the fight against child hunger and food insecurity across the UK. Through these efforts, the Foundation also hopes to inspire other leaders in the hospitality industry to participate in similar activities, particularly around this festive season.
By the end of 2025, the Foundation has pledged to deliver a further 1 million meals through its ‘Food From the Heart’ Campaign, ensuring no child goes hungry. As a result, by the end of 2025, TCFF will have delivered more than 3.5 million meals across the UK and Brazil since 2020, demonstrating a lasting commitment to tackling food insecurity.
With 25% of Surrey Square Primary School’s students living in temporary accommodation and 84% belonging to families facing significant economic challenges, the initiative underscores the importance of ensuring every child has access to nourishment and joy.
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Hide AdAs part of TCFF’s ongoing commitment to Surrey Square Primary School, funding will also support initiatives throughout the year, including weekly Youth Clubs offering children a nutritious hot meal, guidance on community, safeguarding and confidence building, as well as the Monthly Market, which serves 350 visitors from local vulnerable communities with a range of services and activities that strengthen and celebrate community.

Patricia Caring, Co-Founder of The Caring Family Foundation said, "As we step into the festive season, we are reminded of the transformative power of kindness and connection.It is so important to provide on-the-ground support, as part of our ongoing commitment to these children, in the hope that we can bring them moments of joy and a sense of togetherness.”
Matt Morden, Co-Head Teacher at Surrey Square Primary School said, “The children have been eagerly anticipating this magical day all week, and the joy it brings to them is truly priceless. As staff, we recognise the deep significance of this moment, knowing it’s an experience many of these children do not often have.
"We are grateful to have once again partnered with The Caring Family Foundation to create another unforgettable experience for our students, continuing this special event for another year.”
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Hide AdAs part of the 2024 ‘Food From the Heart’ Campaign, The Caring Family Foundation and The Dorchester recently united to host a Festive Wonderland on 24th November, with 100% of proceeds supporting the Foundation’s mission to combat food insecurity and child hunger.

Gifts donated at the event will go to the children of Surrey Square Primary School, encouraging generosity and compassion this festive season. Patricia and Richard Caring will also be visiting family wellbeing centres and schools in North West London on 9th December, as part of their ongoing commitment to TCFF’s Food From the Heart initiative in partnership with The Felix Project, continuing to deliver meals to those who need it most.