KELLY College's annual 'Theme Week' took over as students and staff raised money for charity recently.

This year, a children's stories theme was adopted and a range of activities, events and visitors were scheduled, making it one of the busiest weeks in the college's calendar.

Students and staff decorated the college to reflect tales of witchcraft, wizardry and adventure and some of the most extravagant decorations could be seen in the students' boarding houses.

Single stories were chosen to be represented and among these included 'The Jungle Book', 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' and 'Snow White'.

The houses were fundraising for their house charities, this ensured that the week was both a collective effort by the college and a strong individual endeavour from each of the house members.

It also made sure that funds raised would be spread across a broad spectrum of causes. Among the charities supported by the week were both national and local organisations, including the RSPCA, Breast Cancer are, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Help for Heroes, Devon Air Ambulance, Jeremiah's Journey, CLIC Sargent and Give Well.

One highlight opf the week was a visit by Leigh Jauncey from the Devon Bird of Prey Centre. Leigh brought with him a Barn Owl and a Siberian Eagle Owl.

Other visitors included the Fudge-tastic sweet shop of Tavistock.The homage to Roald Dahl's classic tale caused quite a stir at break time when a stall was set up in the college's library.

The students were heavily involved in the week and encouraged to express both their creativity and energy to raise awareness and funds for their chosen causes.

Their efforts included a photography exhibition, a cake stall and a day of fancy dress.

A number of activities arranged by staff also filled the week.

These included the Goldilocks and the Three Bears Three Legged Race, a Mad Hatter's Tea Party and a themed assembly in which headmaster Dr Graham Hawley made a special appearance as Harry Potter's Dumbledore.