Streets Ahead, the Evening Times community campaign which helps neighbours work together to improve their local areas, is inspiring people all over the city.

Thanks to the support of our partners, Glasgow City Council, City Charitable Trust, Scottish Fire and Rescue and City Building, we are now into our sixth year of the awardwinning initiative.

Recently, hard working volunteers joined forces to clean up the grounds of a primary school in Maryhill.

Around 30 helpers from Maryhill Housing Association took part in the day-long event at Kelbourne Park School, with assistance from Glasgow City Council’s Environmental Task Force.

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Volunteers picked up litter and removed moss and weeding from the area around the school building on Hotspur Street, as part of efforts to brighten up its surroundings.

Johnny McClue of the Environmental Task Force, said: “The community really rallied round and it was great to see staff from Maryhill Housing Association coming together to help clean up the grounds of Kelbourne Park School.

“This is about improving the wider school environment, helping to enhance the outdoor experience for pupils, parents and staff. Events like these help strengthen the local community spirit as people take real pride in their neighbourhoods.”

Helpers from nearby Tesco also helped at the clean-up, which is the third ‘We Volunteer’ clean-up undertaken by the housing association.

Ruth Adam, community regeneration manager at Maryhill Housing Association, said: “We have had a wonderful day giving something back to the local area with our clean-up at Kelbourne Park School.

“It is important for members of staff to come out and engage with people from the local community. We enjoy a great relationship with the school and we were only too happy to make the short walk from our offices to lend a hand and ensure the school grounds are a clean and tidy place to be.”

Carol Corr, depute headteacher, said: “We are so grateful to all the volunteers who came and helped spruce up the school grounds.

“Kelbourne Park teaches nursery and primary school children with additional support needs so a welcoming, vibrant outdoor environment is crucial to ensuring they enjoy a positive learning experience.”

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You can report issues such as fly-tipping, graffiti and litter to the Environmental Task Force via Twitter @theenvtaskforce or Facebook envtaskforce

Is your school Streets Ahead? Tell us what you are up to by emailing streetsahead@heraldandtimes.co.uk or calling 0141 302 6555.