A Renfrewshire school has announced a new partnership to provide art therapy for its pupils.

Dargavel Primary School has joined forces with Spiral Creative Arts Therapy and Hays Travel to deliver the sessions.

The aim of the sessions is to improve the well-being of the young people who take part.

Gerry Carlton, head teacher at Dargavel Primary, said: "The sessions are always well-organised and provide children with a calm and nurturing environment to develop their skills.

"The children are eager to showcase their artwork, which supports their achievements.

"We are very grateful to Spiral Arts Therapies and Hays Travel for subsidising this programme, allowing our pupils to receive this valuable support."

Some of the children who take part in the sessions have also shared what they enjoy about them.

One pupil said: "It’s my favourite time of the week. I love working in the group and doing things I wouldn’t normally do in class."

Another added: "I get to sculpt things and do finger knitting. I enjoy the sessions as I can concentrate. Sometimes, I don’t say much, but I’m happy because I can focus on art."

Angela Bialek, founder and director of Spiral Creative Arts Therapy, said: "Providing these opportunities to support young people is at the heart of what we do.

"Working with Gerry and Hays Travel, we have provided art materials, artists, and therapists to support children in need.

"Unfortunately, many children and young people across Scotland face long waiting times for therapeutic services.

"Thanks to Hays Travel's support, many young people were able to participate in the work that we provide, which enabled them to have access to therapeutic support."