The event was held in aid of the Angel Wishes charity, in support of one of the school’s Primary 1 pupils currently undergoing treatment for leukaemia.
Angel Wishes, established in 2016 in memory of two children who sadly passed away from cancer- related conditions, supports children across Northern Ireland facing similar battles.
The charity is entirely volunteer run, ensuring that 100% of all proceeds go directly to supporting families in need.
“This event came about because one of our young pupils is receiving treatment, and we wanted to show our support,” Ms. Doorish said.
“The child’s family had explained that they had received so much support from Angels Wishes and wanted to give back. The school was only delighted to help and facilitate in any way possible.”
Friday’s coffee morning kicked off at 8:30 am and continued until around 10:30 am. Attendees enjoyed a delightful selection of coffee, tea, sandwiches, traybakes, and pastries, many of which were generously donated or home-baked by members of the school community.
Thanking everyone involved, Ms. Doorish added: “I can only say a massive thank you to everyone who attended and donated so generously on Friday. Raising over £1600 for Angel Wishes is truly impressive and shows the power of community spirit.
“A special thank you to our wonderful staff for their incredible support and to Conor from the Shantallow Centre for their donations. The biggest gratitude was for the family at the heart of this event who campaigned and rallied together to make this such a successful occasion.”

29. Classroom assistants Julie McLaughlin and Edel Kehoe helping out at the Steelstown PS Coffee Morning in aid of Angel Wishes Charity on Friday morning. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Classroom assistants Julie McLaughlin and Edel Kehoe helping out at the Steelstown PS Coffee Morning in aid of Angel Wishes Charity on Friday morning. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

30. Steelstown parents Jane Deeney, Troy Deeney and Anne-Marie McLaughlin enjoying a break at Friday's Charity Coffee Morning.
Steelstown parents Jane Deeney, Troy Deeney and Anne-Marie McLaughlin enjoying a break at Friday's Charity Coffee Morning. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

31. A busy school assembly hall on Friday morning at Steelstown Primary School for the Coffee Morning in aid of Angel Wishes.
A busy school assembly hall on Friday morning at Steelstown Primary School for the Coffee Morning in aid of Angel Wishes. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

