Law firm Gilbert Stephens Solicitors have teamed up with a local school to supply and sponsor their vital high-visibility vests.  The solicitors have provided funding to allow Sidmouth Primary School to purchase the items.

The high-visibility vests are instrumental in ensuring the children and teachers feel safe and comfortable whilst out on their daily adventures and will be seen! They will be used on visits within the local community, particularly when children are walking to and from a venue.

Managing Partner Terry Bastyan said “This is an excellent way to give back to the community whilst strengthening our relationship with the school.  We are delighted to be in a position to help.  As a firm we are very committed to our local community, we feel it important to give back to help make a difference when we can”.

Sidmouth Church of England Primary School provides a vibrant and exciting learning environment where all children are provided with opportunities to succeed and cared for as unique individuals.  The school aims to bring learning alive, making it exciting and stimulating.  During their time at the school the children will get involved in activities such as visits to the beach and it’s vitally important they are seen.

Sarah Prince, Deputy Head of Teaching and Learning said:  'We are so grateful to Gilbert Stephens for the donation of the jackets. Our children's safety is of paramount importance to us and to know we can take the children out and about safely is wonderful. Thank you for your generosity.'

Adam Tompkins and Laura Newberry-Butcher from Gilbert Stephens’ Sidmouth office joined the primary school pupils during their last week of term and treated them all to an ice cream from Taste in Sidmouth, whilst admiring their visibility!

Gilbert Stephens have a long running history of supporting the local community, including the sponsorship of Sidmouth Surf Life Savers who inspire and help improve the health and water safety of young people in the community through lifesaving training, competition and fun!

If you need legal advice you can contact Gilbert Stephens today on 01395 512443 or email law@gilbertstephens.co.uk.