15 delightful photos from the Portadown's St John the Baptist Primary School P1 and P2 nativity plays and Bunscoil Eoin Baiste Christmas show

The run-up to Christmas usually brings the opportunity for children to take part in nativity plays at school, taking to the stage in front of delighted family members.

Photographer Tony Hendron snapped these lovely photos of the young stars of this year’s St John the Baptist Primary School P1 and P2 nativity plays and Bunscoil Eoin Baiste Rang 1 Christmas show.

5. Shepherds caring for their flock

P2 pupils at St John the Baptist Primary School who played shepherds in the school nativity play. PT50-273. Photo: TONY HENDRON

6. Little reindeer

Rang 1 pupils who played reindeer in the school show. PT50-280. Photo: TONY HENDRON

7. Special roles

Playing the parts of an angel and the Christmas star in the nativity play are Erin and Megan. PT50-277. Photo: TONY HENDRON

8. Smiles all round

Playing angels and sheep in the Bunscoil Rang 1 Christmas production. PT50-281. Photo: TONY HENDRON

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