STAFF and pupils at Weaverham Primary Academy have received praise from one local councillor for their dedication to learning under lockdown.

Cllr Gillian Edwards, independent member for Weaver and Cuddington, wrote to head of school Jo Price to offer a big 'well done' for their efforts.

The came after the Cheshire West and Chester councillor viewed the school’s inventive social media posts aimed at keeping children engaged and learning during lockdown.

Children have seen their teachers turn on the entertainment and responded with their own videos to proudly show their achievements at home.

Northwich Guardian:

"I love reading the regular social media posts from Weaverham Primary Academy and have very much enjoyed seeing the photos online,” Cllr Edwards said.

“Technology has been a lifeline and enabled people to stay connected.

"Throughout this crisis, communities have bonded in ways in which they haven’t for a long time and school leadership has been such an important part of this. Well done.”

She added: "Nationally, locally and within my ward, the dedication of staff, parents and pupils has been absolutely amazing, all working together whether home schooling or in school for children of key workers.

"I have been amazed by the determination and passion of all involved to balance academic education alongside learning and development, in addition to juggling the challenges of daily life at this difficult time.

Northwich Guardian:

"Children have coped remarkably, because not being able to see their friends and experience their familiar routines at such a young age must be extremely difficult."

After receiving the letter, Ms Price said: “It was a real boost when Cllr Edwards wrote to say she enjoyed our 'fabulous, colourful posts' and that she enjoyed seeing us plant the daffodils she provided.

“There have been lots of challenges and we have all loved seeing the children having a go.

"There has been so much to do, staff have learned new skills in order to keep children learning as they would in the classroom, and we have made sure that all our families still receive the support they need."