Elm Tree Primary School pupils had the chance to let off steam and raise money for charity on the last day of term by taking part in a sponsored dodgeball competition.

Eastern Daily Press: Youngsters from Elm Tree Primary school take part in a sponsored dodgeball competition for the British Heart Foundation.PHOTO: Nick ButcherYoungsters from Elm Tree Primary school take part in a sponsored dodgeball competition for the British Heart Foundation.PHOTO: Nick Butcher (Image: ©archant2016)

The whole school took part in the event, which was organised by year three teacher James Hunton and raised more than £1,200.

The bulk of the money raised will go to the British Heart Foundation with 20% of the funds being used to buy new sports equipment for the school.

Teaching assistant Lisa Godbold, who is also the vice chair of the Friends of Elm Tree, said: 'They have all been brilliant. Their sportsmanship has been fantastic.

'Everyone has taken part and it has been a lot of fun.

'They have all been excited because they all came in sports gear today.

'It has been a nice way to let off steam and I think everyone has appreciated that.'

The Friends of Elm Tree holds fund raising events throughout the year, including a summer fair in July, and is currently trying to raise money for a large piece of outdoor play equipment.