ROYDON Primary Academy Head Boy and Girl received a cheque for £1036, funded via voluntary donations.

Local resident David Davison organised a fundraising event with Harlow Tye Rotary Club by decorating his garden with a variety of Christmas lights.

Mr Davison opened his garden to the public on the 11th and 12th of December.

Roydon’s Head Boy and Girl, Austin and Poppy, were in attendance to receive the donations in the form of a cheque presented by Mr Davison, Christopher Cowdrey and Mark Hamilton.

The funds raised will be aimed at improving the school’s outdoor environment.