Winning Card by Amy Rice Image: Folkestone Town Council
Get ready for some truly spectacular festive cheer! The Worshipful Town Mayor of Folkestone, Councillor Lucy McGirr, invited the super-talented students in Years 7 and 8 from local secondary schools to unleash their artistic flair and design a picture reflecting ‘Festive Folkestone’ for her official 2025 Christmas card!
This prestigious card is a big deal—it’s sent out to local businesses, dignitaries, and even His Majesty The King!
Councillor Lucy McGirr was absolutely buzzing with excitement about the incredible response!
“My heartfelt thanks to all the schools for taking the time to send in so many entries for the competition,” she exclaimed. “The standard was exceptionally high! A huge, special mention must go to the brilliant students at Folkestone School for Girls for their truly amazing submissions.”
All shortlisted entries Image: Folkestone Town Council
Winning Christmas Card Artists
| Place | Pupil | School | Prize |
| First Prize | Amy Rice | The Folkestone School for Girls | £30 Voucher |
| Second Prize | Ella Chivers | The Folkestone School for Girls | £20 Voucher |
| Third Prize | Myla Miles | The Folkestone School for Girls | £15 Voucher |
Overall winner, Amy Rice, stole the show! Her fantastic design perfectly captured the ‘Festive Folkestone’ theme by showcasing a delightful, snowy scene of the Town Hall!
A huge round of applause to the school staff for organising this wonderful competition and, of course, to every single student who dedicated their time to submit an entry so keep an eye out! Amy’s spectacular winning design will soon be spreading joy as the Mayor’s official Christmas card for 2025!