The headteacher of Fivemiletown College in Co Tyrone described the response to the video as ‘overwhelming’.

The headteacher of a Co Tyrone school said the response to its Christmas video has been “really, really overwhelming” after John Lewis praised it online.

Fivemiletown College produced the short film, A Christmas Note, to celebrate its 65th anniversary and posted it on Facebook.

On Friday afternoon the retail giant left a comment complimenting the school’s efforts, saying: “Great to see that love lives at Fivemiletown College.

“Congrats on your brilliant film.

“Love from the John Lewis ad team.”

Headteacher Janice Allen said everybody at the school was “just completely amazed” by the message.

The department store is known for its heartwarming Christmas adverts and Ms Allen said

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