TEACHERS and pupils at a North-East school are celebrating after picking up two national educational awards.

Brandling Primary School, in Felling, Gateshead, has won the Government's Investors in People and Basic Skills awards.

They recognise the work of teachers and staff, and the school's efforts to give pupils the best education possible.

Headteacher Maggie Mitford said: "All of our teachers, staff, pupils, governors and parents contribute to a very supportive and positive culture.

"Everyone is very loyal to the school and we are definitely working together as one big team for the benefit of every single pupil.

"We are delighted that the two awards we have received have recognised our efforts, but we are certainly not going to rest on our laurels, as we will continue to work to make Brandling Primary School an even better place to work and learn."

The news caps a successful year for Gateshead Council's schools, which had the best GCSE and SAT results in the region for the second year-running.