PUPILS at Dulverton Middle School celebrated the completion of a unique curriculum with a special graduation ceremony.

Year eight youngsters marked the end of term and the end of four years' studies on a course designed to teach them about their surroundings and the place they live in.

The Exmoor Curriculum is run in partnership with and is sponsored by the Exmoor National Park Authority and the Exmoor Society.

Pupils begin the course in year five and learn about a range of subjects, including cycling proficiency, St John Ambulance first aid, orienteering and route planning, RYA sailing, kayaking, as well as the ecology and wildlife of Exmoor.

The achievements of the latest batch of graduates - given the title of Junior Exmoor Rangers - were celebrated at a school assembly last Friday when they received their reward - a new uniform of a black jumper and tie.

Photo: Steve Guscott