A Dalmellington mum has joked that it has cost her a fortune in treats, after her son won an East Ayrshire Council competition.

Dalmellington P7's Carson Bryce created 'Super Tattie', which will be the face of the council's school meal menus and branding for this year.

Earlier this year, Catering Services launched a competition for all primary and special school children and young people.

The children and young people were asked to let their imaginations run wild and Carson certainly did just that.

After winning the competition, Bryce's mum, Kerry Freel, couldn't hide her emotion and pride at Carson's achievement, despite hinting at the fact it's burned a hole in her pocket.

She said: "I am so so proud of Carson he has come on leaps and bounds over the past couple of years and he's such a kind, loving and polite boy.

"He definitely doesn’t take his art skills from me, he gets that from his papa Freel."

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Kerry continued: "He is really proud of himself and he deserves to be, it’s such an achievement and it's definitely boosted his confidence. It cost me and my family a fortune though treating him for his achievement".

Almost 500 entries were received and Chris Walker, Food Services Manager and Rhona Connolly, Graphic Designer had the unenviable task of creating a shortlist of 20 for the judging panel, led by Councillor Elaine Cowan, Cabinet Member for Lifelong Learning, Education and Skills and Culture.

Councillor Elaine Cowan said: “Judging the school meal mascot competition was a real honour and I thoroughly enjoyed viewing the final entries. We fully considered all the wonderful designs before selecting the winner - ‘Super Tattie’ - created by Carson from Dalmellington Primary School."

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Cllr Cowan added:“We all loved the concept of a super Ayrshire tattie. Tatties are so versatile, they can be turned into the most delicious meal, added to soup; they are affordable and can be easily grown at home.

“It was brilliant to meet Carson and Head Teacher Fiona Greig and to present the school with their prize of £250.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate our runners up who each won £50 for their schools - Leah from P4 at Darvel PS with Sam Witch the sandwich mascot, and Pyper from P3/4 at St Sophia’s PS with Lisa Pizza.”