These wonderful students pack up shoeboxes full of gifts for people who may not get anything at Christmas. Below is a list of items that they are looking for. We will be running a competition between tutor groups - the tutor group that donates the most will receive a prize! Parents can also drop in to student reception. The deadline for bringing items in is the 14th November.

Toiletries / Personal hygiene:

Toothbrush / toothpaste, soap, shower gel, shampoo / conditioner, bubble bath, bath bombs, face creams/ moisturisers, deodorant / body spray, shaving foam, lip gloss, perfume/ aftershave, small mirror, flannel/ sponge / shower puff, gift sets, make up, make up / toiletries bags, face masks, hair bands and hair accessories, hair brush, baby toiletries, jewellery.

** please no razors or medicines / vitamins

Homewares:

Candles, small ornaments, small photo frames, mugs (new), nice drinking glass (new), small decorative plants

Clothing (adults and children):

Hat, gloves, scarf, socks / fluffy socks, baby bibs *preferably new or like new condition

Toys and gifts:

Cuddly toys, games, puzzles, card games, stationary, figures and dolls, craft sets, fidget toys, colouring pens/ pencils, pencil cases, stationary, colouring books / activity books, gift sets for children and adults, books for children and adults, baby toys

**please make sure if the toy needs batteries it’s working, no toys of a violent / dangerous nature such as knives and guns and please, no Macdonalds toys please. Please can all items be in new or excellent condition so they are suitable for regifting.

Hamper items- ( think…… treats!!)

Jams/ marmalade, pickles and chutneys, boxes of biscuits, boxes / bars of chocolates, crackers, cakes / mince pies / Xmas pudding, share bag crisps / Pringles/ nibbles, selection boxes, sweets, chocolate treats, tea / coffee / hot chocolate….. the list of potential treats really are endless!!

** please, no alcohol or liquor chocolates

Other items…..

Empty shoeboxes (adult shoe size boxes only please), wicker baskets for hampers