Paper-folding pupils are making thousands of origami crains to raise money for victims of the Japan earthquake and tsunami.

The children from Newton Prep School in Battersea are making a huge flock of paper crains to symbolise peace and hope for the future.

Love ones have already sponsored them £1,750 for their efforts, in the event organised by charity Save the Children.

The appeal will run until May 6. To sponsor the children visit justgiving.com/NewtonPrepJapanAppeal