Forterra donation makes waves at Kidderminster school

Located 12 miles from Forterra’s plant in Cradley Heath, the pool was old and inaccessible to disabled users. Now it has been upgraded with wider doors, grab rails and ramps making it accessible to all.

The lighting has also been updated with new energy efficient LED lights helping to reduce its carbon footprint and ongoing costs.

By making it more accessible, more children and families are now able to access the pool increasing health and wellbeing as well as supporting local SEND schools and clubs wanting to teach their children how to swim.

Gemma Phillips, Volunteer Chair of the PTA at Franche Community Primary School said, “It’s so wonderful to see the pool updated. It’s been long overdue and Forterra’s donation has really helped to aid the progress. It will now be a fantastic place for children to come and learn to swim in a safe, inclusive environment.”

The Forterra Community Fund gives charities, clubs, groups and societies the opportunity to apply for funding or building products to be used in projects that make a positive contribution to their local community.

To apply to the fund, please visit https://www.forterra.co.uk/about-us/community/community-fund/.