Pupils in 'inspiring' song at Peter Gabriel studio

Children and teachers from 12 schools in Wiltshire and South Gloucestershire have released an "inspiring" song recorded at a world-renowned studio founded by singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel near Bath.

The Real World studios have been used by huge names in the industry including Beyoncé, Guns and Roses and Take That.

Pupils from the Mosaic Partnership Trust Academy, which serves South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, have now recorded their own song there called Mosaic.

Gemma Goodman, from the trust, said in a world where education moved "at a relentless pace", it was a "rare moment to pause, listen and appreciate something truly special".

The song Mosaic, written by teachers, is about belonging and allowing children to be their authentic self.

Caitlin, from Neston Primary School in Corsham, said it was a "very exciting" to join the other pupils and sing in a recording studio.

"It's about everyone coming together," she said.

Albie, from Barrs Court Primary School, in South Gloucestershire, said they performed the song well after practising with the other schools for 20 minutes.

"We got split up into little sections for singing," he said.

"The bit I sang was at the end."

Ms Goodman said throughout the project the trust wanted the children to "find joy and feel connected".

"These young voices, representing different schools, backgrounds and communities, came together in a way that was truly inspiring," she said.

"In a world where education moves at a relentless pace, this was a rare moment to pause, listen and appreciate something truly special," said Ms Goodman.

Neston Primary School head teacher Gary Risdale said he was proud of the pupils.

"It was a really emotional day seeing the schools come together," he said.

"It was a celebration."

The song 'Mosaic', is available to listen to on the Mosaic Partnership Trust's website .

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