A NEW sixth form building catering for students with autism will get a tasty official opening next month.

Celebrity chef Lesley Waters will be on-hand to cut the ribbon – and perhaps a tasty treat or two – at the Portfield School Sixth Form, in Airfield Road, Christchurch, on Friday, March 22.

Lesley, famous for appearances on the likes of Ready, Steady, Cook and This Morning, will be spending the day cooking and discussing healthy eating and meal planning with students in the kitchen.

The sixth form is run as part of Portfield School by the Autism Unlimited charity for primary and secondary school students aged between four and 15.

If you are interested in finding out more about how you can get involved, or donate to the work of Autism Unlimited, email Carol Borwick via Carol.Borwick@autism-unlimited.org.

Students and teachers visit the new sixth form during construction