Talented pupils from a Rawtenstall secondary school were congratulated for their hard work with a special awards ceremony.

The highest achievers from Alder Grange Community and Technology School were presented with prizes at the end of year Celebration and Awards evening.

Subject prizes were presented to individuals in the sixth form and in years seven through to 10 for students who had excelled in different areas.

Headteacher Iain Hulland said: “The evening was to celebrate the progress, academic attainment and personal achievement of our students.”