CHILDREN and staff have been thanked after raising more than £1,000 for charity.

Lexden Lodge Kindergarten, in Lexden Road, Colchester, held parties, raffles and even a concert with parents, carers and staff all donating money and time.

Together the children’s efforts and their families generosity saw £1,060 donated to the NSPCC.

Sarah Laffling, from the charity, collected a cheque from the children and staff.

A spokesman for the kindergarten said: “We were very touched by the amount of support and kindness of all who attended and those who gave.

“We are sure their efforts will be fully appreciated by the NSPCC.”