A north Norfolk special needs school has celebrated its 20th anniversary.

Sheringham Woodfields School, in Holt Road, hosted a party to mark two decades of teaching children and young adults with special educational needs.

North Norfolk News: Sheringham Woodfields School business manager Matthew Smith MBE (left), with Lady Dannant MBE, the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk (centre), headteacher Annette Maconochie (right) and children of the schoolSheringham Woodfields School business manager Matthew Smith MBE (left), with Lady Dannant MBE, the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk (centre), headteacher Annette Maconochie (right) and children of the school (Image: Sonya Duncan)

The school, which shares a campus with Sheringham Academy and Sheringham Primary School, held a party for its students - with magic, balloon modelling, face painting and an animal experience. 

Later that day, there was a disco in the school hall with karaoke, which was requested by the pupils. 

Lady Dannant, the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, was a special guest, and enjoyed the celebration as well as a guided tour.

North Norfolk News: Children, staff and special guests celebrate 20 years of Woodfields School in SheringhamChildren, staff and special guests celebrate 20 years of Woodfields School in Sheringham (Image: Sonya Duncan)

North Norfolk News: Children, staff and special guests celebrate 20 years of Woodfields School in SheringhamChildren, staff and special guests celebrate 20 years of Woodfields School in Sheringham (Image: Sonya Duncan)

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Matthew Smith, the school's business manager, said: "It was an absolutely amazing day.

"It was lovely to celebrate with everyone together. 

"We've come a long way in 20 years. The number of places we offer has gone up and up over the years."

Sheringham Woodfields School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019 and offers a total of 155 places for students aged between three and 19.

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North Norfolk News: Children, staff and special guests celebrate 20 years of Woodfields School in SheringhamChildren, staff and special guests celebrate 20 years of Woodfields School in Sheringham (Image: Sonya Duncan)

North Norfolk News: Sheringham Woodfields School headteacher Annette MaconochieSheringham Woodfields School headteacher Annette Maconochie (Image: Sonya Duncan)

North Norfolk News: Lady Dannant MBE, the Lord Lieutenant for NorfolkLady Dannant MBE, the Lord Lieutenant for Norfolk (Image: Sonya Duncan)