Children at a York primary school threw themselves into traditional maypole dancing to mark May 1 in style.

Pupils in nursery and reception classes at Woodthorpe Primary on Summerfield Road put on the show following a long-standing tradition at the school.

Organiser Sarah Finley said that despite the inclement weather, it all went smoothly as the children had been practising indoors.

She said: “They were absolutely fabulous. We’ve received great feedback.”

After performing the maypole dance, the youngsters then sang songs for all the parents and childminders watching.