STUDENTS at a Darlington school are limbering up for a dance festival taking place as part of their studies.

The BTEC dance group at Longfield School will host the festival between 7pm and 9pm on Tuesday (April 30).

A total of 20 acts will be perfoming, showcasing a range of dance styles including contemporary, street, hip-hop, freestyle, Bollywood, ballet, lyrical, commercial and lindy hop.

Students taking part will be aged between 11 and 18.

All funds raised will be donated to the NSPCC.