Pyjamas and Pedals: Children in Need and World Kindness Day

College Unites for Children in Need and World Kindness Day

Students and staff across the College swapped their usual outfits for onesies and pyjamas in a vibrant day of fundraising, fun, and community spirit, all in support of BBC Children in Need.

Making the day even more meaningful, this year’s fundraising coincided with World Kindness Day, doubling our motivation to support young people in need and spread positivity throughout our campus.

From cosy sleepwear to a high-energy bike-a-thon, departments across the college put their own unique spin on raising vital funds:

Pyjama and Onesie Day: Campus corridors were filled with colourful onesies and cosy PJs as students and staff donated to swap their everyday clothes for a good cause.

DVC Sports Centre Bike-A-Thon: From 7am to 7pm, a stationary bike took centre stage in reception, where visitors could jump on and pedal, make a donation, or cheer from the sidelines.

Together, these student and staff-led initiatives showed what can be achieved when different subject areas collaborate for a shared mission.

The Power of World Kindness Day

World Kindness Day and Children in Need aligning on the same day served as a powerful reminder of how small, everyday actions create wider impact.

Being kind isn’t just a nice gesture; it is vital to building a supportive college environment and a healthier society. Kindness fosters connections, strengthens mental health, and helps create a culture where everyone feels seen, included, and valued.

By coming together to support children facing difficult circumstances, our college community demonstrated that kindness in action can change lives both locally and nationally.

Thank You for Making a Difference!

A huge thank you goes out to every student and staff member who organised an activity, took a penalty kick, competed in the gaming tournaments, or simply wore their favourite onesie.