PUPILS at a Wrexham primary school are enjoying a newly transformed outdoor classroom.

The orchard and wildflower area at Brynteg CP School has had a complete makeover due to the hard work of Ken Matthews, his team of volunteers from Brymbo Heritage Group and staff from Kelloggs.

The undergrowth has been cut back, the litter removed, new seating areas have been put in place and new paths have been created for the pupils to enjoy Forest School activities with outdoor learning. 

Racheal Connell, headteacher of Brynteg CP School, said: "The staff and pupils of Brynteg CP School are absolutely delighted with the work the volunteers have carried out. They have transformed an overgrown area into a beautiful and tranquil place for children to learn, play and relax.

"The children are enjoying a range of activities from reading in the hammock, climbing trees and participating in a variety of Forest School tasks."

A spokesperson from Brymbo Heritage Orchard Project said: "We are so proud at how the children of Brynteg CP School are enjoying the result of our work developing Brynteg Meadows into an outdoor classroom. 

"We hope it will be enjoyed and looked after for many years to come. 

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"Thank you to the team from Kellogs and Woodland trust who helped to create an outdoor classroom environment, create pathways and clear the orchard at Brynteg CP Meadows. We also erected three benches for the pupils to sit at and do some work whilst outdoors."

Brynteg school hope that local residents will enjoy a stroll around the beautiful area and will continue to look after it by picking up dog waste, litter and respecting the seating areas.

The area is going to be monitored but residents are also encouraged to report damage to the local PCSO.