Kind students from St Columba's Kilmacolm provided 90 elderly locals with a special treat.

The 'Gift Box Appeal', organised by Geography teacher Grace Mcillfatrick, was a way for school pupils to provide older people who are experiencing loneliness due to COVID-19 with a 'pick-me up'.

Many got involved and made care packages - containing things like puzzle books, chocolates, DVDs and personal hygiene items - and a team of volunteers delivered them across the village last Saturday.

The school also included a cover letter in the box and pupils penned a small card or note from expressing their best wishes.

During their delivery service, they ensured everyone adhered to the current social distancing guidelines to safely distribute the many donations.

The school announced on their website that there had been many kind comments and grateful messages from those who received a donation from the gift appeal and many families who are unable to travel to see elderly relatives thought the gifts were invaluable.

Ms Mcilfatrick said on the school website: "Well done and thank you to all those who donated or helped with the appeal, we are always so grateful and proud to be part of such a kind, caring and loving community."