Schools and communities across Cheshire West celebrated Queen Elizabeth II becoming Britain's longest reigning monarch on September 9 with bunting, flags and even a photographic exhibition

The Queen's Lower School

During a royal week the youngsters took part in a number of themed activities designed to deepen their understanding of the Queen’s role and to explore the history of the monarchy.

Reception pupils shared books, pictures and toys linked to the Queen and all things regal including firm favourite The Queen’s Knickers by Nicholas Allen.

Year 6 dug deep into the complex history of kings and queens since 1066 and each pupil researched and painted a watercolour of their subject.

Both forms then produced a collaborative poem, entitled ‘It’s not easy being Queen’.

Headteacher Rachel Cookson said: “The royal project encompassing history, geography and creative development has excited year groups and served pupils beautifully as form groups have started to bond.

“Historical research, family trees, British traditions and special events have all been studied.

“Our week concluded with a special sharing assembly with all pupils and everyone enjoyed dressing up for the day.”

Clutton CE Primary School

The children of Clutton CE Primary School

Children and staff came to school dressed in patriotic colours and the school was decorated with red, white and blue bunting.

During the day children researched the life of the Queen, made crowns and wrote letters to her.

The children of Clutton CE Primary School

An afternoon tea party closed the day of celebration, accompanied by the enthusiastic singing of the National Anthem.

Bunbury village

A Cheshire village celebrated Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II becoming the country’s longest reigning monarch on Septemeber 9 with a photographic exhibition.

L-R: Rev Tim Hayward, Margaret Bourne, Parish Councillors Leila Potter and Nick Parker

The event was held in Bunbury from September 7-13 in St Boniface Church and included photographs, books, Union flags and red, white and blue flowers.

Visitor’s left eloquent messages and contributed to church funds.

Views of the exhibition