He arrived in style in a classic car and was greeted by everyone singing ‘Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer’, dressed in Christmas jumpers.

Father Christmas had help from Year 10 pupils, who had transformed into elves. They helped him give presents to the younger pupils who then went on to enjoy their Christmas lunches.

The Salvation Army turned up later in the morning to collect the generous food donations made by pupils and staff, and the elves helped load the numerous hampers into the van.

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