PUPILS and staff at a school in Hillesley have been learning dances from around the world.

Hillesley Primary School took part in some sessions to get a taste of different dance styles from over-seas.

The World Dance classes were led by Ben Ward from World Jungle, based in the Chantry Centre, in Long Street, Dursley.

Headteacher at the school Jayne Pedley said: "The children have really enjoyed the sessions. They have been active, learned different routines and learned about different dance styles from various cultures.

"The dances were lively and energetic and there were lots of smiling faces.The teachers joined in too."