Buddy the elf greets Sunderland pupils at school gate to spread Christmas cheer

Buddy the Elf greeted children and their families at St. Paul's CE Primary School in Sunderland this morning, December 1 to spread some festive cheer on the run up to Christmas.

The ‘very naughty’ visitor had been up to mischief at the school in Ryhope before he welcomed students at the school gates.

Acting Headteacher Jackie Graham said Buddy raised a few smiles after a ‘turbulent few years’ following the coronavirus pandemic.

She said: "After such a turbulent couple of years due to Covid, we wanted to do something extra special for our children as they have, as always, been a credit to us and their parents throughout the entire pandemic.

"It was a joy to see their reactions this morning, with everyone so excited to see their special visitor."

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