A group of budding journalists at a Great Kingshill school snagged the interview of a lifetime when they spoke to actor and comedian Sir David Jason last week.

Excited Year 8 pupils at Pipers Corner School, in Pipers Lane, had the chance to record and edit a live interview with Sir David about the importance of drama and theatre, before posting it on the school’s website as part of their involvement in BBC’s 11th annual school report news day.

The students have been meeting once a week since the beginning of the year to plan the project.

English teacher Natalie Maddock, who has been running the activity with the girls said, “I’ve been involved in the BBC School Report for a number of years now and it is a really fantastic opportunity.

“Watching the girls learn new skills like video editing and working with cameras is always a joy.

“I also think the chance for them to work with organisations such as the BBC at a young age is an invaluable one – it opens a whole new world of career possibilities for them, whilst engaging them in current affairs.

“We are incredibly grateful to Sir David Jason for giving up his time today and all the girls hope that he is pleased with the end result.”

To watch the interview, go to https://pipers.sc/newsreporting.