CHILDREN at a Bradford primary school will be able to enjoy the outdoors more after their new outdoor playground re-opened with a new activity area.

Horton Park Primary School's outside area now includes a giant chess board, new plants and a tranquil seating area. It was opened by the Lord Mayor of Bradford Councillor Joanne Dodds yesterday.

The makeover was paid for with a £1,000 donation from branches of Specsavers in Bradford and Girlington.

The stores had responded after the school issued an urgent appeal for help to revamp its unused courtyard area.

Deputy head teacher of the school in Dawnay Road, Bradford, Salma Rahman said: "We’re really grateful to the Specsavers team for their help.

"This unique area provides our children with a stimulating, safe learning zone. Our pupils work incredibly hard and we’re thrilled that they finally have an original space to play in during their break and lunch times."

Retail director at Specsavers in Bradford and Girlington Peter Rooke said: "We have a close relationship with Horton Park Primary School and were thrilled to assist with this exciting project. We hope that the revamped playground space brightens up the children’s play time and enhances their learning."