An Olympic gold medallist has returned to her former school to open a new building.

Emily Craig came within 0.01 seconds of winning a rowing gold medal in Tokyo, but went one better and took the win in Paris this summer.

Now, she has returned to Mayfield School to open their new wellbeing centre.

Emily, who attended Mayfield, near Crowborough, from 2004 to 2011, said: "I was genuinely delighted to return to the school I called home for seven years and to open St Raphael’s Wellbeing Centre.

“It’s wonderful to see that the same nurturing ethos that shaped my own journey still remains strong. This incredible space is a testament to the school's commitment to supporting students in every aspect of their wellbeing.”

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Emily won gold in the lightweight double sculls in Paris with her partner Imogen Grant.

She opened the new wellbeing centre which has a student support hub, registered nurses and counsellors and wellbeing support from students and parents.

Mayfield headmistress Deborah Bligh said: “It was a joy to welcome Emily back to Mayfield. She epitomises what it means to be a Mayfield girl. Her journey is one of courage, resilience, and determination.

“Emily is an outstanding role model and we are incredibly grateful she took the time to visit.”