At Chailey Heritage Foundation, we’re incredibly proud of all our colleagues — those supporting children and young people every day, and those working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly.Each year, we now hold a special event to say thank you: Foundation Day.This year’s event — Western WellFest — was not only a celebration, but also a reflection of what matters most to our people. The theme, activities, and focus for the day were shaped by colleague input, and brought to life through connection, recognition, and a shared sense of fun.From wellbeing activities and moments of laughter, to quiet spaces and creative workshops, the day was filled with smiles, appreciation, and a strong sense of community.Here’s just some of the feedback from colleagues... “I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed foundation day today. It really was a lovely day. I've come home feeling so really supported and valued.... I'm starting the new academic year feeling valued, supported, and ready to really crack on with the new year. “ “Thank you for organising a lovely day today. It was brilliant to spend some fun time with everyone away from our day-to-day work.” “It was nice to properly connect with colleagues, and I especially enjoyed the art activities.” “It was a day full of smiles and lots of laughter. I particularly enjoyed the sound bath and barn dance. It made me feel valued as a permanent colleague and also part of a special community.” Watch the video below to see highlights from the day – a joyful reminder of the strength, compassion and community spirit that defines our teams. Foundation Day 2025 Interested in joining us? Explore our current opportunities here