A PRIMARY school in Darlington has been presented with two sports kits after entering a national competition.

The Ariel Stains and Science Schools Programme challenged youngsters to design the best washing tablet.

The entry by year six at Holy Family RC School in Darlington was judged one of the top 50 designs.

The children worked on the designs in lessons and for homework, and presented their results inside a model of a washing machine.

Mel Hughes, headteacher at the school, said: "The pupils are thrilled that their efforts have been rewarded by winning a superb prize for the school."

The school received a full boys' team kit and one for the girls.