Our school was mid-Literary Festival when we celebrated World Book Day this year.

Staff and students dressed as their favourite fictional characters and budding authors took part in a 500-word short story competition.

“In the past I dressed as a fictional character. This year, however, I dressed as ultra-marathon runner and author Sally McRae.  Her message is about choosing strength over fear in every situation in life, and, as a teacher, that’s what I want to inspire in my students,” said Head of English Amanda Wright.

“World Book Day and our Literary Festival give us the opportunity to celebrate the written word and characters who help to shape us.”