Tottenham schools visited the newly opened Sir Quentin Blake House of Illustration exhibition in Kings Cross just before half term.

Pupils were excited to find out more about illustrations that featured in some of their favourite books. Blessing from Lancasterian School said, “I like the dialogue and description in Roald Dahl books, my favourite is Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”

This week the school councils from three Tottenham Schools , St Francis de Sales, Lancasterian and St Pauls and All Hallows Primary School came together to discuss what young people want from Tottenham's regeneration.

The children were asked to answer questions about Tottenham’s regeneration in the form of a display.

Abigal from St Pauls and All Hallows said, “I want to see more flats and homes being built in Tottenham." When asked if she would be interested in becoming a politician and helping to lead Haringey Council, Abigal said, “Yes, I would like to help Tottenham become a better place for young people like us."

Lancasterian's Sameha said, “I would like to be an artist." Sameha enjoyed her visit to the House of Illustration and we hope to see her amazing drawings displayed in an exhibition in the future.

Joseph from St Francis de Sales school said, “I would like to see more police in Tottenham." He designed a poster using a Metropolitan Police beat helmet.

The children were very proud of their display on Tottenham’s regeneration, which focused on the importance of safety, jobs, learning and family.

Omari from Lancasterian school council was keen to help Tottenham football club improve and wanted to "make the football team better. They should sign Christiano Ronaldo."

Tottenham’s start to the season may require Omari to help with team selection! Garth Crooks said on the sale of Gareth Bale: "We have sold Elvis and bought the Beatles." We are afraid this was not an opinion shared by our students.

Mr Lane, the head teacher of St Francis de Sales, said, "I am extremely proud of the collaboration between these school councils and want to build on these links to extend opportunities for our children."