Ipswich Town chairman surprises 550 pupils at Gusford Primary

The details: Ashton was joined by club mascots Bluey and Crazee as he delivered an assembly to the school's 550 pupils as part of Blue Day Monday, a fundraising event in support of Ipswich Town and the local community.

The school used the occasion to raise money for local charities, including the Lentonbrook Foundation, which was founded by Ashton.

What they're saying: "I was delighted to visit Gusford Primary School to surprise the kids as part of their Blue Day Monday celebration," Ashton said. "I am so grateful to the kids for supporting not only Ipswich Town and the local community but also my Lentonbrook Foundation."

Ashton also took the opportunity to pay tribute to the school's outgoing headteacher. "I also want to congratulate Mr Tapley on his time at Gusford Primary as headteacher," he said. "He goes above and beyond for the children and the local community, and I wish him all the best for the future."

The bottom line: A day to remember for Gusford Primary's pupils, raising money for local charities while getting a surprise glimpse of the trophy that capped Ipswich Town's remarkable return to the Premier League.

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