Ronnie Wood and Sir Grayson Perry back Hatton school auction

Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood and artist Sir Grayson Perry are among people who have donated artwork to a school’s charity postcard auction.

Northleigh House School in Hatton, Warwickshire, provides a therapeutic teaching environment for children who have suffered problems such as bullying and anxiety.

Viv Morgan, who set up the school with her late husband in 2012, said the money raised from the sale of 90 signed postcards would support existing pupils and help it expand to a second site nearby.

Sir Grayson has drawn a queen and a cat for the project, while Wood has written an inspirational message. The online action runs until 6 October.

Designer Patrick Grant and artists Patrick Hughes and David Wightman have also contributed art to the auction which organisers say include a variety of styles.

The school’s head of art Aysha Cook said she received an “overwhelming response” for donated artworks.

Ms Morgan, who was made an MBE for services to education in 2019, said the number of people seeking places at the school near Warwick had “increased massively” since it began.

It currently has 36 pupils, but has taught more than 170 secondary-aged pupils over the years, offering GSCEs and A-levels as well as lessons in nature and photography which take in the peaceful gardens.

Ms Morgan said the second site would be down the road from the school, in Five Ways Road, and would help them carry on with work “equipping children with the skills they need to be successful in the outside world”.

“All of us at Northleigh are so excited about our postcard auction, featuring fantastic one-off artworks to support our school,” said Ms Morgan.

“The funds raised thanks to Aysha’s dedication, and the generosity of artists and bidders will help us to continue to champion our existing students every day.”

The auction is being run by Gildings Auctioneers, of Market Harborough, which has waived auction charges.

The school said it includes several contributions from the world of children’s books, including two drawings by Winnie and Wilbur illustrator Korky Paul.

Lots start at £10, but some have higher guide prices and they are estimated to sell for between £50 and £1,000 each.