CHILDREN got to explore their latest school topic, ‘the wonderful world of wheels’, by taking a trip to one of the village garages.

Holders of Congresbury opened up its showroom and the MOT workshop to eager key stage one pupils from St Andrew’s Primary School.

Students got to explore new cars by looking at wheels, tyres, the interior and the engine.

They also saw cars being fixed, how computers were used in MOT tests and a car being washed with a jet spray.

A school spokesman said: “The children thoroughly enjoyed their visit and huge thanks is due to all of the staff at Holders.”