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Colour Run 2026

Colour Run in aid of PAPYRUS - 25th June 4:00pm - 5:00pm 

A message from Isabella, a year 12 student at Ellesmere College, who is leading the organisation of this exciting Colour Run: 

'We are organising a Colour Run to raise awareness and funds for PAPYRUS. Prevention of Young Suicide in a fun way! The Colour Run is a fun, non competitive event where people run or walk while being covered in bright coloured powder.  This charity has helped my family a lot over the years which is why supporting their work is very important to me. PAPYRUS supports young people who are struggling with their mental health and also helps young people cope with the loss of a family member, no matter how old that family member was. By holding this event, we hope to raise awareness of the charity and the support it provides as well as encourage people to talk more openly about mental health. Raising awareness of PAPYRUS is important because the support they provide help that saves lives. I believe it is extremely important for students to be made aware of this charity.'


More information about PAPYRUS: https://www.papyrus-uk.org/aboutus/

For your child to participate, please complete and submit the form below. Failure to do so will result in your child being unable to participate.

Colour Run Consent Form and Waiver

Required

Child's Namerequired
First Name
Last Name
I am aged 18 years or above and wish for my child to participate in the Ellesmere College Colour Run. I am the parent/legal guardian of the registered child, who is under the age of 18. I wish for the child to participate in the Ellesmere Colour Run on April 30th 2026.required
I agree that my child will participate in the Colour Run Challenge in accordance with the specific safety rules clearly explained by school staff at the beginning of the challenge. ( See safety rules below)required
I understand that participating in the Ellesmere College Colour Run is a potentially hazardous activity where coloured powder will be thrown at and around my child during the event. However, I understand that the powder is not harmful to people, animals or plant life.required
I agree that my child will wear any safety equipment outlined by Ellesmere College Colour Run. In accordance with the safety instructions and risk assessment, all participants must wear protective eyewear. This can include sunglasses, goggles, or prescription eyewear. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in the participation being denied.required
I agree to provide a t-shirt (preferably white) to wear on the course and protective eye wear.required
Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times and must always follow the instructions that are given to them. They must show respect towards the other pupils taking part, school staff, equipment and facilities and not misuse these in any way.required
I confirm that my child is in good physical condition and has no medical impairments that may prevent them from participating in the activity. If I have any concerns about their physical condition, I will consult my doctor before participating in the activity and inform the school straight away.required
I acknowledge that participation in the activity may be physically demanding and that there are risks of injury.required
I hereby indemnify Ellesmere College against all claims made by any other person against Ellesmere College in respect of any injury, loss or damage arising out of or in connection with my failure to comply with the safety instructions and/or directions given by the school staff.required
I acknowledge that I have read, fully understood and agree with all of the above prior to signing below.required
Parent/Legal Guardianrequired
First Name
Last Name

Safety Notice for Colour Run:

Slippery Surfaces:

  1. Participants could slip and fall on the powder especially if it becomes wet.
  2. Course terrain maybe uneven.
  3. Participants are expected to walk or run responsibly.  
  4. Adverse weather condition – event will be cancelled and rescheduled by event organisers.

Allergies:

  1. Inform staff of any known allergies to product . (See product colour powder Manufactures Safety Data Sheet - Appendix 1). Pupils advised not to take part in the event.   
  2. Pupils who have known asthma, to be aware large amounts of powder could cause upper airway irritation. Advised to avoid event or to wear a protection mask and to carry own salbutamol inhaler.
  3. Excessive powder on the skin could lead to minor irritation.  
  4. Report any adverse symptoms immediately to staff and the medical team during the event.

All participants;

  1. To wear appropriate sports footwear for the event.
  2. To wear eye protection i.e. sunglasses, goggles or usual prescription glasses.
  3. To wear own T-shirt (preferably white).
  4. To provide a change of clothing for journey home.
  5. To have access to own water bottle.

Aftercare:

  1. See Manufactures guidance details about washing powder off skin. hair and clothing ( Appendix 2 & 3).
  2. Report any adverse events to the course organisers.

Appendices;

  1. https://www.ministryofcolours.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Colour_Powder_Safety_Data_Sheet_MSDS.pdf
  2. https://www.ministryofcolours.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/How_To_Clean_Up_Colour_Powder.pdf
  3. https://www.ministryofcolours.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Hair_Care_and_Colour_Powder.pdf

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