CHILDREN celebrated leaving nursery school in a unique “graduation” ceremony.

A total of 10 children who are starting primary school in September were presented with certificates and gifts to commemorate their time at Highams Park Children's Nursery, in Handsworth Avenue.

It is believed to be the first time a nursery has had a graduation ceremony in Waltham Forest.

The Mayor of Waltham Forest Cllr Anna Mbachu attended the event.

Blerina Cani, Highams Park Children's Nursery manager, said: “It was very successful, the children were excited about meeting the mayor, we will now do this every year.”