YOUNGSTERS from St Francis CoE Junior School, in Newton Aycliffe, pictured above, paid tribute to their favourite lunchtime supervisor who has been an important part of school life for 23 years.

Dorothy Langley has seen generations of youngsters pass through the corridors. She has nurtured them, taught them to sew and sat with them during reading.

She was also a Brownie and Guide leader.

Headteacher Sandra Whitton said: "She has been a much valued and respected member of our school team. We will miss her."