The event sponsored by WightFibre was held at Lakeside Spa and Hotel in Wootton to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the charity that runs the school. Its ninety guests were treated to a talk from St Catherine’s employee Barry Reed on the history of St Catherine’s, while Principal, Sarah Thompson gave guests an insight into the speech, language and communication needs of the school’s students. A 3-course meal was followed by a live grand auction with a range of exciting lots including a money-can’t buy tour of the ROFGO motor racing collection, hotel stays, a skydive and a pampering session at Laura Jane Therapy in Ventnor. The auction was followed by an evening of dancing with DJ Dan James.

St Catherine’s fundraising assistant Tanya Smith said:
“We are so pleased by the amount we raised on the night to support the students of St Catherine’s. The support for this event was overwhelming from donations and sponsors, along with the guests on the night without which this event would not have been possible. We are excited for our future events”.