The downpour a year ago hit the school hard and resulted in the loss of their kits, plus the football pitch had to be reseeded and is unlikely to be usable until next spring.

The school lifted the Totty Cup for the first time in 30 years last season, but they have since had to train in the playground and were knocked out in the first round this year.

But talented pupils now have a set of new red kits which will be used by the boys' and girls' football teams, the netball team and for other sporting occassions as well.

Local MP John Healey chose the school to recieve the Nike kits, worth £400, through the Football Foundation's Junior Kit Scheme.

Mr Healey, who was invited to a special assembly at the school last Friday, said: "This will give the school and team a real boost after a tough period following the flooding.

"Anything that encourages children in primary schools to get involved in sport must be a good thing."

Headteacher Sue Howe added: "I think morale will really be lifted by the new kit. It's a nice boost, not just for the children but for the school and parents, who have helped tremendously."

The school also received new water bottles, carriers, kit bags and football pumps.