Sixth form students are organising a Christmas party with entertainment for the elderly.

Davenant Foundation School, in Chester Road, Loughton, will host this year's party at Epping Forest Community Church, in Grosvenor Drive, from 3pm to 6pm next Wednesday.

Judith Ball, the school's Head of Student Services, said: "We love hosting this event as it's one of our opportunities to give something back to the community.

"We know that the elderly love spending time with young people and this, along with the Easter OAP party, is the highlight of our students' year."

Any local elderly people wanting to attend should ring the school on 020 8508 0404.