Girl with heart defect defies the odds and officially starts primary school

In recognition of Annabelle's significant milestone, a red bench has been unveiled at her school

A girl who was told she had a limited chance of ever starting school due to health complications has officially started primary one.

Six-year-old Annabelle Main was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, a severe congenital heart defect with very slim chances of survival.

In recognition of her significant milestone, a red bench has been unveiled at her local school to recognise the youngster, who has defied the odds.

Her school held a fundraising skipathon in her honour, raising money for the British Heart Foundation and helping raise awareness of heart conditions.

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