RUSSIAN youngsters aged between nine and 11 arrived in a Bishop Auckland school yesterday.
Children from County Durham's twin town of Kostroma visited Cockton Hill Infants School as part of an exchange visit, and put on a show.
The Russians, eight boys and a girl, as well as two teachers, are staying with parents of pupils at the school and neighbouring Cockton Hill Junior School.
As a thank you for the hospitality, they performed a number of Russian songs.
Headteacher John Redman said: "The year two pupils always have a leavers' performance and this year our Russian visitors joined in too. They all dressed up and did a performance of the Three Bears. It is one of the ways in which they learn English - the rhythm and repetitive elements help."
There was also a party at the school and the visitors and their new friends will enjoy a barbecue tomorrow.
Mr Redman said: "We believe it is important to ensure our children are aware they are part of a wider world."
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