Member of Parliament Maggie Throup has congratulated pupils at Long Eaton's English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy on their success at the Total Green School Awards.
Presenting the Regional Champion's prize to the school at an awards ceremony at London Zoo, Ms Throup said: "The school is a worthy winner of this prestigious award for their entry entitled 'Why did the Budgie cross the World' which involved investigating mining activities in Australia.
"I was delighted to be able to present the award and to learn more about the project. It's always really encouraging when our local schools get recognised nationally for all the hard work put in by pupils and teachers alike."