Children at the Isle of Wight's Nettlestone Primary school have been celebrating the Queen's Jubilee - by wearing homemade crowns and reading a very special letter, sent to them by The Queen's lady-in-waiting.

In February, the youngsters spent a day taking part in themed activities, learning the first verse of the the National Anthem and making congratulations cards.

Year 2 teacher, Laura Feist, sent them off to Buckingham Palace.

A few weeks later, they received a letter back, on behalf of The Queen, along with a Jubilee card and photos. 

Isle of Wight County Press: The letter to Isle of Wight's Nettlestone Primary, on behalf of The Queen.The letter to Isle of Wight's Nettlestone Primary, on behalf of The Queen.

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What is The Queen's Jubilee and how is it being celebrated?

In February, Queen Elizabeth II became the first British Monarch to celebrate 70 years on the throne.

A four day bank holiday weekend is planned, between June 2 and 5.

Trees are being planted, including on the Isle of Wight, as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy and the Platinum Pudding competition has launched.

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On June 2, London will host The Queen’s Birthday Parade, involving more than 1,400 parading soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians. 

On June 5, creatives from the Isle of Wight will be among those taking part in the Queen's Jubilee pageant.

Beacons will be lit and street parties held, also over the long weekend.

Isle of Wight County Press: Postmark, Buckingham Palace!Postmark, Buckingham Palace!

What did The Queen's message to the Isle of Wight children say?

The lady-in-waiting's message read: "To the pupils at Nettlestone Primary School. The Queen wishes me to write and thank you for the splendid cards, which you sent to Her Majesty on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee.

"The Queen was glad to hear from you. Although unable to reply to you personally, Her Majesty greatly appreciated the nice things you said.

"I am to thank you again for your messages of good wishes to The Queen in this, her Platinum Jubilee."

Mrs Feist said: "The children were thrilled to have a letter thanking them for their cards.

"We really didn’t expect to receive anything back but it was amazing for the children to receive the letter and Jubilee card.

"We have framed them both and put them on display in our classroom."