New CBBC school series begins filming in Coventry

Students at Finham Park 2 school are getting their acting skills on today as they start filming for a brand new CBBC show alongside Former EastEnders’ actor Paul Nicholls.

The new children’s drama called Phoenix Rise is set to launch next year on BBC iPlayer.

Jo Kerr is a community champion at Finham Park 2 school and has been speaking to BBC CWR's Phil Upton.