YOUNGSTERS said goodbye to their years at nursery with a special leaving ceremony.

Pupils from Noah’s Nursery had fun and games and were presented with graduation certificates at a specially organised part at the 1912 Centre on Cow Lane, Harwich last Friday.

The animal-themed event featured face painting and mini photo booth so the children could capture their last moments together.

Some 45 students left the nursery and pre-school room supervisor Maggie Harvey said it was said to see the pupils leave.

“It was fabulous. Everyone had a great time.

“Although it is sad to see them leave they are now ready to go to big school. Everyone is going to different places – some will stay at the local schools but others will be heading out as far as Colchester or Wivenhoe.”