West Park Primary School, in Coniscliffe Road, Hartlepool, officially opened on October 12, 1973, and 50 years on is marking its anniversary with a disco for pupils and a themed 70s week of learning in classrooms.
For more information on celebratory activities, read Hartlepool's West Park Primary School prepares to celebrate 50th birthday with a week of activities and events
1. These pupils have power
Hartlepool Power Station manager, Tony Capp, pictured with West Park primary school pupils Ruth Nixon, Lauren McLaughlin, Henry Tones, Tanzia Khan, Neil Wilkinson and Thomas Hutchinson at the launch of an on site classroom at the Power Station site in 1993. Photo: Other, third party
2. Eco friendly
Children's author, Peter Brunton, celebrates alongside pupils after the school is awarded an eco school status. Photo: TY
3. Shepherds and their sheep
Pupils take part in their 2013 school nativity. Photo: Other, third party
