STAFF and pupils at a 100-year-old school have been praised by education inspectors.

Ofsted inspectors visited Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School, in Dean Bank, Ferryhill, which celebrates its centenary this year. The report concluded it is "a good school which provides outstanding care, guidance and support for pupils".

Headteacher Chris Young said: "This report is a credit to everyone connected with the school, including governors, staff, pupils, parents and the community."