On 15th July, Paulton Infant School hosted their first Art Exhibition, raising over £100 for the homeless and local charity, Julian House.

After hearing a talk from Julian House at her school, pupil, Calley Potts, wanted to do something to raise money and help support the homeless people in Julian House’s care. Being a keen artist, and with the help of her Mum and Dad, Sadie and Terry Potts, she organised an Art Exhibition at her school. Alongside her art, she also invited her classmates to create pieces that they could sell to raise money for the charity.

Calley said: “Julian House came to my school and told us about homeless people in Bath. It made me feel sad, because they don’t have enough food or a home to live in, so I thought I want to help.

“I love art, and thought I could help by making and selling some pieces.

“I asked my school if we could hold an Art Exhibition and set a goal to raise £100. Now I want to keep going, because I haven’t ended homelessness yet. Next, I want to take requests from people and raise more money for Julian House, so everyone can have a home.”

Calley’s Mum, Sadie, added: “We are incredibly proud of Calley. She has led this from the start, and has astounded us by her kindness and entrepreneurial spirit. We would like to thank Paulton Infant School, all the parents and Julian House in supporting Calley.”

Calley is now taking art commission requests, and hopes to raise even more money for the charity.

To get in touch and support Calley’s venture, email: [email protected]