AN Evesham school has donated £1,473.15 to the Air Ambulance.

Harvington First School raised the money through events such as School Joke Day, sponsored ‘give up’ week and a children’s raffle.

Teaching assistant Joanna Sale said: "We are so proud of the all of the children for taking part in our fundraising events with such enthusiasm.

"As a school we consider it very important for the children to be involved in and to understand the value of giving to others and we are all so delighted to donate such a brilliant amount to the Air Ambulance."