A group of beloved chickens have escaped from a Kingston junior school.

The five birds got out at some point during last night, and it is feared they may have been caught by foxes.

Coombe Hill Junior School brought in six chickens in 2013 - Midnight, Misty, Angel, Nandos, Backy and Coco - which have been firm favourites with pupils since they arrived.

This followed a questionnaire by the school council team which discovered pupils at the junior school wanted a school pet.

If you find the chickens, likely to be near Coombe Lane West and Clarence Avenue in Kingston, get in touch with the school.