STUDENTS were set a number of demanding challenges when The Army visited Exmouth Community College.

Youngsters had to work together in groups to complete a series of tasks, testing their communication, team work, mental and physical skills.

A spokesperson for the school said: “The college has longstanding relationships with the Marines and Army.

“Our students gain a great deal through meeting and working with members of both forces.”

The college presented a cheque of �1750 for the charity Help for Heroes last October.