Borders-founded independent broadband provider GoFibre is set to make a special donation to two Borders nurseries – Broomlands Primary School ELC in Kelso and Coldstream Primary School ELC.
As part of its commitment to community wellbeing and environmental sustainability, GoFibre is donating a set of high-vis vests and hard hats to be used by the nursery children, aged from two years old to pre-school for inspiring playtime for the next generation of potential engineers and STEM enthusiasts.
The initiative was suggested by local GoFibre Stores Administrator Adele Reid, who lives in Coldstream and has a child at the nursery, recognised the potential for the spare items to be repurposed to enhance pupil experiences.
The donation is the latest contribution to local Borders causes made as part of GoFibre’s social impact strategy which pledges to create positive, long-term benefits for customers and communities supported by the lightning-fast broadband network.
GoFibre now has a strong presence in the Scottish Borders, with 25,000 properties ready to connect, including approximately 800 in Kelso and around 1,000 in nearby Coldstream.
Commenting on the reason behind the donation, Adele Reid, Stores Administrator, GoFibre said: “As a parent, I know the children at Broomlands and Coldstream nurseries will have so much fun with the hard hats and hi-vis vests.
“At the same time, in my role as Stores Administrator, it’s wonderful to see these items find a second home and be put to such good use. It’s great to know that we’re contributing to their enjoyment of school-life. Being able to support my local community through my role at GoFibre is incredibly rewarding.”
Agnes Anderson, Senior Early Years Officer at Broomlands Primary School expressed thanks for Adele and GoFibre’s support: “We’re always grateful anytime we get the opportunity to enhance our pupils learning and play and to have that come via a parent is even better.
“We’re really thankful to GoFibre for their support. The children are already excited to use the new equipment, and it will greatly enhance their play experiences. Who knows, it might even inspire some future careers!”
Ashleigh Wright, Early Years Officer, Coldstream Primary School ELC said: “The children and staff at Coldstream ELC are very grateful to receive the hats and hi-vis vests to enhance their play experience and ability to explore different job roles in the community.
“The rest of the school will also benefit from these resources as the school continues to extend the play opportunities to learn throughout the children’s learning journey here at Coldstream Primary School. Thank you to everyone at GoFibre.”
Founded in 2017 in the Scottish Borders town of Duns, GoFibre is dedicated to strengthening rural economies by providing ultra-fast, affordable, and reliable broadband while also actively investing in the communities it serves. GoFibre hires local, ensuring its people work where they live and the company supports community-based organisations through its social impact strategy.
Borders residents are invited to check their eligibility for GoFibre’s lightning-fast connectivity by visiting gofibre.co.uk/check-availability.
