A school which was the first Roman Catholic secondary modern in the North Riding when it opened, is celebrating its diamond jubilee this year.

St Peter's Comprehensive School, South Bank, Teesside, opened in January 1942 and catered for youngsters from South Bank and Grangetown.

To mark the anniversary, a project is under way to create a presentation of the school's history and organisers are looking for anyone who has photographs or memorabilia which they might be prepared to loan for the project.

To ensure items are returned promptly, they should be labelled before being handed to the school.

There will be an evening of celebration for past pupils, staff and their partners at the school on Saturday October 6,with live entertainment, music and dancing and a buffet and bar.

For information, call the school on (01642) 453462