A Blackburn school is celebrating after being honoured with the School Games Gold award for the third year running.

St Mary's RC Primary is based in Osbaldeston picked up the award for the school's 'unwavering commitment to engaging every pupil through physical activity and competitive sports'.

The School Games Award is a national programme that celebrates schools' efforts to provide more young people with the opportunity to compete and achieve their personal best.

By promoting the 'Spirit of the Games' values - determination, eco-friendliness, honesty, passion, respect, self-belief, and teamwork - St Mary's has demonstrated its dedication to fostering the holistic development of its pupils.

Headteacher, Maria Coulthard, said:  "The School Games Award is recognition of all the hard work that has gone on by all staff and pupils in school to promote physical activity and the positive effect this has on wellbeing, ensuring sport is inclusive to all of our children whatever their ability.

"St Mary's has a long-standing tradition of excellence in physical education and sports.

"The school's commitment to providing diverse opportunities for its pupils to engage in competitive and recreational activities has been a key factor in its continued success."

The school is now working towards the Platinum award which will further focus on pupil leadership and involvement of girls participation, SEN opportunities and inter and intra-school activities.