Youngsters at The Flying High Academy, Mansfield, concentrated on all things French for a day.

They studied the French language, food, landmarks, artists and made models of the Eiffel Tower.

Peter Carr, (10), studied the art of mime and performed in front of the school. “I am proud I did it in front of a big audience,” he said.

Friends and families of the school also had a continental breakfast.

Head Tony Warsop said: “It provided a fun way to learn about a country and its culture.”