TWO Wirral pupils have been praised by the Mayor of Wirral after they rushed to help a woman who had collapsed in the street.

The Birkenhead Park School pupils, Sophie Reid-Warren and Alex Parsons were on their way to school when the incident took place.

Sophie who is in year seven, had learnt first aid during a session delivered by St John Ambulance just a few days earlier.

The quick thinking of both girls and their calm response impressed Wirral Mayor, Councillor Pat Hackett, who met with the girls at the Town Hall to personally recognise their actions.

He said: “I was so impressed to hear what the girls did and how brave they were.

“There quick response undoubtedly made a big difference to the woman and I wanted to personally acknowledge their kindness.

“This incident highlights the importance of first aid skills and I think it is great the school gave the children the opportunity to lean vital skills that can ultimately save lives.”

While Alex called an Ambulance, Sophie instructed the others to turn the woman over to make sure she didn’t choke.

Sophie then started to talk to the woman to reassure her and keep her calm while they waited for the emergency services to arrive.

Headteacher Helen Johnson said: “We are so very proud of the quick thinking and calm response the students showed in a real life emergency situation.

“Although Sophie had first aid knowledge being a cadet for St John Ambulance, she said the session she had in school just days before was certainly fresh in her mind when the incident happened.

“I am so glad their compassion and kindness has now been recognised beyond school by the Mayor who has seen what wonderful ambassadors for the school the students are.”