Shine
Created by: Ullesthorpe Church of England Primary School
Location: Leicester Guildhall – Great Hall
Overview
Shine celebrates everything about Ullesthorpe School, she is a joyful expression of creativity, belonging and the spirit of nature. Each class Willow, Maple, Birch and Oak is represented by the leaves on the main tree canopy. Every child contributed: Years 3–6 painted a leaf, Years 1–3 a star and Reception added fingerprints which were transformed into bugs. The rainbow reflects the school’s values, values respect, perseverance, forgiveness, compassion, friendship, thankfulness and community.
Location
Leicester Guildhall – Great Hall
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