Even the snacks were themed when children at a West Norfolk Academies Trust school took part in this year’s Comic Relief fundraiser.

Pupils across all age groups at Heacham Junior School helped to raise money for the annual event, which took place this year on Friday 21 March.

“All the children and staff took part,” said Executive Deputy Headteacher Emma Hunt.

“The Friends of Heacham Junior School had red apples, smiley faces on bananas and Baby Bel on their snack trolley.  Pupils enjoyed painting with watercolours too.”

Other Comic Relief activities included watching a video about the charity, which was followed by a question-and-answer session where the children were able to find out more about the organisation and its importance.

Staff and pupils also dressed for the occasion.

“It was a non-uniform day, with everyone wearing bright-coloured clothes,” added Mrs Hunt. “Some of the children chose to wear red and wore red noses or Red Nose Day merchandise.”

Fellow WNAT schools participating in the fundraising included Smithdon High School in Hunstanton, Clenchwarton Primary, Walpole Cross Keys Primary and West Lynn Primary.