Sixteen pupils from Whitefriars Junior School have been honoured with the Anne Frank Group Award.

It celebrates individuals and young people who are making a difference by sharing the Anne Frank spirit and being inspirational.

The 16 children are school playground monitors and judges felt they had made a difference by making their school a safer place.

Those who helped win the award are Luke Brown, Laura Strong, Chloe O'Sullivan, Chloe Burton, Bradley Lloyd, Neil Gallagher, Megan Reeves, Adam Cocking, George Whitehouse, Natasha Lawman, Joseph Woolls, Hayley Sargent, Craig Rance, Alice Legg, Chris Newman and Jessica Samples.

Headteacher Helen Woodhouse said: "The award celebrates inspirational individuals, young people and educators who have shown courage, determination and have stood up for what is right.

"The playground monitors have been an inspiration far greater than I expected and it was a very proud moment when they won. They have worked tirelessly this year to change the atmosphere and environment of the playground. It wasn't easy.

"Their peers didn't listen to them at first and children often left the playground equipment for them to pick up, however they are a dedicated group determined to make a difference.

"Children now see they are always helpful and organise games. They have earned respect and admiration and our playground is enjoyed by all. This year children who are applying for the job feel it is a prestigious role.

"The children were thrilled. They said it was a great experience and they were very proud. I think it made them realise they can make a difference."

The pupils visited the BBC's Broadcasting House in London on Wednesday to receive their award.

Neil Gallagher and Hayley Sargent were elected as representatives for the group and as part of the award were sent to Amsterdam.

They will be returning today after a two-day trip.

Earlier this week the Evening Telegraph reported how Corby youngster Sammie Hamilton, nine, had won an Anne Frank award for her work within the community on the estate where she lives.