Students paint skateboards for wildlife exhibition

Students who no longer attend mainstream schools have taken part in a "transformative" art project.

The Pupil Referral Service in Scarborough worked with the North York Moors National Park to produce work for an exhibition.

The students were invited to design skateboards for Birds on the Edge, which explored the parallels between their own lives and those of endangered species.

The wildlife exhibition at the National Park's gallery aims to raise awareness of the need to protect birds' habitats.

Director James Metcalfe said outdoor learning had been "transformative" for the group.

"The opportunity and freedom it gives has allowed them to thrive, harness talents, acquire skills, and form a meaningful and lasting connection with the natural world," Mr Metcalfe said.

He added that it had "strengthened the relationship" between students and teachers and fostered a "genuine love" for nature.

Alongside the pupils' artwork, the exhibition features ceramics, paintings and textiles from a variety of artists.

It run from 20 July to 8 September.

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