THE NEW junior teaching block at Durham High School for Girls has been officially opened.

Blue Peter presenter Matt Baker cvisted the school to carry out the opening ceremony at the building, designed by architects Browne Smith Baker.

Margaret Stone, head of Junior School, said: "Both teachers and pupils are delighted with the new building.

"Durham High has expanded greatly over the past few years, and the new block is a much-needed addition to the school, providing first class facilities for teaching the infants."