PUPILS and staff at Tranmere Park Primary School in Guiseley are celebrating after receiving an Artsmark award.

The Arts Council England award is given to schools that champion cultural education.

Co-headteacher Kersten Finley, said: “We’re extremely proud of achieving our Artsmark silver Award. We are committed to delivering a high-quality arts and cultural education and we look forward to continue to grow with Artsmark.”

Darren Henley, Chief Executive of Arts Council England, said: “I would like to congratulate Tranmere Park Primary School on their Artsmark award. As an Artsmark school, Tranmere Park exemplifies how the award can help schools to achieve a broad and balanced curriculum, ensuring that each of its pupils is given the opportunity to explore and build a love of the arts that will remain with them as they go through adult life.”

Tranmere Park will hold open events for parents looking for reception places for September 2019 at 1.30pm and 5.30pm on Thursday, January 10.