AN early Jubilee celebration took place at Wylam First School on Monday, May 23.

Pupils got into the Jubilee spirit as they enjoyed a family picnic to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

The children were greeted by bunting and a bouncy castle on Monday afternoon, organised by the school's Parent Teacher and Friend Association (PTFA) to celebrate the landmark occasion. 

Her Majesty, also known as Year 4 student Isabel Conaty, cut the Union Jack cake as she declared the picnic officially open.

The event was funded by a grant from The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Fund, awarded to the school by Northumberland County Council.

Deputy Headteacher, Mr Daly-Brand, said: "It was an amazing afternoon and it was fantastic to be able to welcome people back into the school after spending so long keeping our distance.

"Everyone looked to have a wonderful time, they looked relaxed, happy, and enjoyed catching up with one another," he added.