There were cakes for a good cause when ASDAN students at Smithdon High School used their baking skills to raise more than £240 for charity.

The Macmillan Bake Sale saw more than 30 students organise and run the event, where they worked together to fundraise for Macmillan Cancer Support.

“Our Year 10 and 11 ASDAN students organised a cake sale, which took place at break and lunch times in the Main Hall,” said Kayleigh Brown, ASDAN Lead at our school, which is part of the West Norfolk Academies Trust.

“We asked students to bring cash to buy cakes and contribute to our fundraising effort. We also received cake donations from the community to help support us.”

“The students worked in different teams to allow this to happen,” she continued. “Some were bakers, some focused on marketing, some focused on designing the bake sale area. All the students were incredibly eager to raise awareness and money for the charity.

“There were so many staff members who helped with donations of cakes, giving up their time to help support at break and lunch times. We could not have been this successful without this huge support.”

The fundraiser has become a regular fixture in our school calendar, with this year’s figure topping the amount raised last time round.

“We had hoped to beat the previous year of £200, and we raised £240.48 this year,” added Miss Brown, who was supporting the Bake Sale for the fifth year running.

“These are incredibly important events that offer students far more than just a chance to enjoy sweet treats – they foster empathy, teamwork, and real-life skills.

“By supporting Macmillan Cancer, students learn the value of giving back, and become more aware of the challenges faced by those affected by cancer.

“Organising and participating in these events helps students develop leadership, communication, and entrepreneurial skills, as they plan, promote, and run the sale. It also boosts confidence and encourages collaboration, while strengthening the school community through shared purpose and engagement.”