North Nottinghamshire Prep School Releases Original Song to Support Neuroblastoma UK.

Pupils at Ranby House School in Retford, Nottinghamshire, have released an original song ‘Our Special Story’, in a bid to raise funds for Neuroblastoma UK.

Recording the song in a professional studio was an unforgettable experience for the pupils.

'Our Special Story', written by the school’s Director of Music, Ashley Thompson, and performed by Year 3 and Year 4 students, is now available for streaming on Spotify, Amazon, Google, and Apple Music.

All proceeds from the streaming and download of 'Our Special Story' will be donated to Neuroblastoma UK. The charity was chosen by the school community and is especially topical as September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Tori Oldridge, a parent at Ranby House, nominated Neuroblastoma UK in memory of her brother, Matthew, who tragically passed away from the disease in 1982 at the age of five. Neuroblastoma UK was founded by Tori’s parents in his honour. The charity also holds special meaning for a member of the Ranby House teaching staff who recently lost a family member to the same illness.

Imogen Dalrymple, Senior Fundraising Co-ordinator at Neuroblastoma UK, expressed her gratitude:

“We are delighted that Ranby House School is supporting us in this beautifully creative way. Hopefully, lots of people will listen and download their tracks to not only appreciate the wonderful music, but also raise funds for Neuroblastoma UK. Doing so will help fund essential research into more effective treatments and a cure for this disease.”

David Thorpe, Headmaster of Ranby House, highlighted the importance of the project:

“This song embodies everything that makes our school community special, from showing respect and being kind, to always doing our best. It’s a powerful reminder of our values, and to have our students involved in something that supports such an important cause is meaningful for us all.”

The entire school is proud to share this project with the world and support a cause that is so close to their hearts.