STUDENTS from an independent school have staged a party to entertain 30 elderly people.
The pupils from Polam Hall School, Darlington, put on an afternoon of music and drama for guests from Darlington Town Mission.
The mission was formed in the town in 1838 to meet the needs of people suffering hardship.
Now, it helps people feeling lonely or needing practical support.
Polam headteacher Marie Green said: "It is very important that the school plays a full part in the community, and this is one way we can give something back to local people.
"It also gives our students an opportunity to appreciate some of the difficulties that elderly people can face."
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