Penarth's Westbourne School has raised £10,511.45 at its third annual Spring Ball in aid of a heart screening and defibrillator charity.

The black-tie event, held at the historic Exchange Hotel in Cardiff on April 2, was attended by parents, friends of the school, teachers and well-known faces from the Cardiff and Vale community, who enjoyed dinner, a silent auction, raffle, and dancing until the early hours.

This year, the school partnered with Calon Heart, a Welsh charity with a mission that is particularly close to parents and teachers.

In 2018, Ben McDonald, brother of Westbourne Early Years Coordinator, Vicki Edwards, passed away at the finish line of the Cardiff Half Marathon after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Joanne Chinnock, head of Westbourne Prep School and Nursery, said: "We are beyond thrilled to have raised over £10,500 in support of Calon Heart at our annual charity ball - a phenomenal sum that reflects the kindness, generosity, and closeness of our unique Westbourne community.

"This year's ball has been particularly special for the Westbourne family. Ben was just 25-years old, a keen kayaker, snowboarder, and all-around amazing person.

"We are proud to be supporting such an important cause that resonates so deeply with our staff, parents and pupils."

Calon Heart works to improve the availability of lifesaving defibrillators in Wales and to raise awareness of the importance of heart screening.

In February, a defibrillator was installed outside All Saints Church Lesser Hall on Victoria Square.