PUPILS did their bit for the environment by helping to clean up pavements around their school.

Children at Smallberry Green Primary, in Turnpike Way, Isleworth, listened intently as the Hounslow recycling team told them about the importance of recycling their rubbish.

The three to 11-year-olds were also treated to an insightful assembly from Hounslow Highways who told them about litter picking and leant them 30 handheld litter pickers.

The assemblies had an influence on the students because they pulled on their gloves to pick up litter from the nearby Old Pound Close estate just before the holidays which was organised as a whole school Environmental Day.

Headteacher Sharon Crosland, 47, said: “It was a fantastic day, we succeeded in raising awareness, the children enjoyed the participation, and we hope that their education in the environment continues.”

Councillor Colin Ellar, cabinet member for environment, said: “It’s fantastic these pupils have shown such an interest in their own environment. Their commitment in keeping their own school tidy sets a great example – I hope we can encourage other children to follow this good example so we can all enjoy a cleaner and tidier borough.”