The event on Friday, March 15 was organised by members of the School Council, which consists of 16 pupils from P4-P7.
The School Council meets regularly to discuss new initiatives, ideas and plans for the school in general.
The idea for the bake sale arose following a recent discussion by pupils about how they could help others and how they could do something that the whole school would enjoy.
P6 teacher, Mr Caldwell said: “One of our P7 pupils, Jamie, came up with the idea of fundraising for Carrickfergus Foodbank to help families in the local community who may be having a hard time with the cost of living crisis. From that point, our idea was born.
“Each class came along and bought the buns on sale - many of which had been baked at home - and the event created a real buzz about the school.”
The bake sale raised an amazing £548.50 for Carrickfergus Foodbank, while the event has also generated potential for further links between the organisation and Model Primary School.
Based on the Woodburn Road, Carrickfergus Foodbank is part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
1. Bake sale
Carrickfergus Model Primary School pupils held a bake sale, which raised an amazing £548.50 for Carrickfergus Foodbank. Photo: Carrickfergus Model Primary School
2. Bake sale
Model PS pupils at the bake sale. Photo: Carrickfergus Model Primary School
3. Bake sale
The bake sale was organised by the School Council. Photo: Carrickfergus Model Primary School