A PARTY time theme gave pupils in Nelson chance to turn entrepreneur for the day when they joined the world of business.

Teams of pupils in year nine at Walton High School, led by visitors from local companies including NIE co-ordinator Rita Shaw, were given the task of designing, producing and costing a set of birthday goodies suitable for a five year old.

A song and dance routine from each team completed the birthday package.

Pictured with the board game they devised are 14-year-olds Chris Storey and Craig Beck.

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