GREEN-FINGERED students have changed the face of their school with a planting project.
A group of year 11 science students at Sunnydale School, Shildon, have planted about 40 shrubs on the main pedestrian approach to school.
The students grew the shrubs themselves, taken from cuttings and reared in the school greenhouse.
It is hoped the plants, which include Buddleia and honeysuckle, will soften the appearance of the metal security railings at the school entrance.
Science teacher Peter Jackson said: "The railings have done a lot to improve security at Sunnydale, but they are not very attractive to look at.
"Not only do we hope the planting project will improve the appearance of the school entrance, but it is also intended the flowers will attract butterflies."
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