A school is keeping music alive after receiving a donation of new musical instruments.

The Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy has received the contribution from the Friends of Shipdham School (FOSS).

FOSS actively raised the funds through its charity shop and by organising community events.

It was also awarded money through the blue token scheme by Tesco.

Jo Carroll, treasurer of FOSS, said: "We love spending the money that we’ve fundraised on resources and equipment for the children to enjoy.

"The cost of the equipment was almost £2,000 but we felt that it was a fantastic use of the money we had raised throughout the year.

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"We feel incredibly fortunate that the children have the opportunity of weekly music lessons and think that the new equipment is a wonderful way to enrich this opportunity and for the children to unwind between lessons.

"Both our Key Stage 1 and Early Years children have been thoroughly enjoying the new equipment.”

The school’s commitment to music extends from the nursery to Year 6, and includes weekly music lessons, a singing choir and a ukulele club for KS2.

Pupils also showcase their talents at the Royal Norfolk Show every year.

Shannon O’Sullivan, executive headteacher of Thomas Bullock Academy said: “At Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy, music is a deeply important part of our curriculum.

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"We believe that every child has the right to a high-quality music education and that the skills children develop through music have a hugely positive impact on many other areas of life and learning.

“We want to ensure that they have access to music and instruments from an early age to encourage a deep love of music and the arts."

In recent years, FOSS has provided the school with outdoor play and gym equipment, Early Years resources, an outdoor classroom, and much more.