Graffiti artwork brightens up St Mary’s C of E Primary School, Edwinstowe

Pupils have helped brighten up their school with a new graffiti mural.

Children in years five and six at St Mary’s Church of England Primary School, Edwinstowe, worked with graffiti artists from Imageskool to create the piece, which incorporates their school motto.

Head Jennie Bailey said: “We were delighted when we heard that Newark and Sherwood District Council were funding this project and would like to thank them for providing this experience for our pupils. Not only did the children thoroughly enjoy their time with the artists, but it has cheered up our school building no end. We are committed to providing exciting experiences for our children and this was definitely one to remember.

“By working with Emma and James from Imageskool, our children have created something meaningful to all of us. It was the perfect way to reinvigorate that part of the school, and we hope it will be a cheerful addition to our outdoor space for many years to come.”

The youngsters got to learn how to use spray paints for the first time, to create the artwork which has flowers, a book and the school motto, ‘Love, Learn and Flourish’.

James Mayle and colleague Emma Chippendale from Imageskool worked with the children on the artwork.

James Mayle said: “We have really enjoyed being here at St Mary’s, the children have been so enthusiastic and polite. The children have been buzzing about the result, and we hope they enjoy the mural for years to come.”