Students at Sidmouth College have raised money to support a brave eight-year-old girl battling a rare and aggressive form of liver cancer who urgently needs a liver transplant.
Members of the school’s Student Council organised a bake sale in support of Phoebe Clarke, the cousin of year 11 student Hattie. Pupils donated and bought homemade cakes and treats, raising £200 to help Phoebe’s family in their search for a transplant and specialist treatment overseas.
Phoebe, from Altrincham in Greater Manchester, was diagnosed in February last year. She has already undergone major surgery to remove more than 80% of her liver in an attempt to remove the tumours.
Sadly, the cancer returned and she is now undergoing her third round of intensive chemotherapy. Her family say a liver transplant could offer her the best chance of survival, and they are exploring possible treatment options abroad.
Students at Sidmouth, part of the Ted Wragg Trust, said they wanted to do something practical to support their classmate and her family during an incredibly difficult time. A Student Council spokesperson said: “Phoebe is an incredibly brave little girl and an inspiration to us all. We wanted to show our support for Hattie and help raise funds for Phoebe’s treatment.”
Anyone wishing to support Phoebe’s Challengecan donate via the family’s fundraising page:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/phoebeschallenge
Mr Matt Clarke, Phoebe’s father, said:
“We are incredibly grateful for what has become an army of support across the country. It has blown us away to see the kindness and generosity of so many people, including many who have never met Phoebe but still want to help her.”
Mr Alex Evans, Headteacher at Sidmouth College, said:
“We are incredibly proud of our students for organising this fundraiser and for showing such kindness and support for one of their own. It’s a powerful reminder of how a school community can come together to help a family facing an unimaginable challenge. We are all thinking of Phoebe and wishing her strength in the next stage of her treatment.”
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