Time for tea

7:41am Thursday 8th May 2008

PUPILS at Meadows First School had fun when their grandparents joined them for a cup of tea and a sing song.

The five and six-year-olds designed and coloured the invitations themselves for the event, which is held every year.

"Grandparents travelled from near and far to share a welcome cup of tea, joined in with singing some old favourites, and had the opportunity to view the newly-opened school building."

Headteacher Pam Townsend

Headteacher Pam Townsend said the afternoon gave grandparents the opportunity to spend time with their grandchildren in their school setting, and for pupils to learn about their extended families.

"I was delighted it was a tremendous success again this year. Grandparents travelled from near and far to share a welcome cup of tea, joined in with singing some old favourites, and had the opportunity to view the newly-opened school building," she said.

"Education has changed so much since grandparents attended school and it was a golden opportunity for several generations to share their memories of school life."