A primary school had a buzzing lesson on bees, thanks to a visit from a housebuilding company.

Pupils at Millfield Primary School, in Littleport, were educated on the vital role of bees in the ecosystem by a team from housebuilder Vistry East Anglia.

The company, currently developing new homes in the village, also conducted a competition in which the youngsters designed their own bee houses.

Headteacher at Millfield Primary School, Wendy Lee, said: The children learned about how valuable bees are to our ecosystem and the importance of providing the correct plants and flowers to encourage the bees to pollinate.

The company explained the importance of bees within the ecosystem The company explained the importance of bees within the ecosystem (Image: Vistry Group)

"The children were highly engaged in the lesson and enjoyed taking part in a competition led by the staff from Quantum Fields."

The school was also presented with its own bee house to foster a bee-friendly environment.

Its placement aligns with the school's commitment to the Green Curriculum and promotes sustainability.

In addition, the Bee Conservation Trust, which Vistry East Anglia supports through its 'Pollinate in Partnership' programme, is looking to increase the number and the distribution of bumblebees countrywide.

Children from Millfield Primary School with their beehouse drawings Children from Millfield Primary School with their beehouse drawings (Image: Vistry Group)

Nic Chapman, sales and marketing director, said: “Our visit to Millfield Primary School was great fun.

"However, we were also there to deliver a serious message about how bees are great pollinators and play a vital role in producing the food that we eat, but that their numbers are in decline."

During their visit, the Vistry team spoke to the pupils about the group's commitment to supporting local wildlife and ecosystems when building homes.

The session also gave pupils the chance to design their own bee houses The session also gave pupils the chance to design their own bee houses (Image: Vistry Group)

This approach helps foster eco-friendly communities.

Mr Chapman expressed the hope that their visit encouraged the pupils to consider the need to protect and promote bees.

The school visit was part of Vistry East Anglia's initiative to educate residents, staff, and the wider community on the importance of pollinators in our ecosystem.