CHILDREN had fun making cakes and having their faces painted at a nursery open evening.

Parents were invited to see a range of new facilities at Oakfield Primary School in Edinburgh Road, Widnes.

A giant squirrel entertained children and a raffle raised funds for Halton Haven Hospice.

Head teacher Cath Khan said: “We are very well resourced with excellent outdoor provision which is used throughout the day.

“We now have a forest school area with an orchard, willow dome and chickens.

“Our nursery children are happy and thrive.”

A fully qualified teacher and three experienced key workers team up with a full time special educational needs officer to provide a full range of support.