NEWTON Mearns care home residents have shared their advice with children who have returned to school after the summer holidays. 

100-year-old Anne Thomson has shared her top tips along with other residents of Newton House Care Home.

Anne Thomson, 100 years old (Image: Supplied)

Anne, who worked as a dressmaker after serving her country in the Women's RAF during The Second World War, said: "My advice would be to always listen, don't let it go in one ear and out of the other and behave." 

Betty Young, 92Betty Young, 92 years old (Image: Supplied)

Betty Young, aged 92, who pursued a career in book-keeping, said: "Be safe whilst travelling to and from school, keep your wits about you.”

The residents all agreed that a strong work ethic was key, as they wished the children well for the academic year.

Silvestro Pacitti, 89 years oldSilvestro Pacitti, 89 years old (Image: Supplied)

Italian-born Silvestro Pacitti, aged 89, owned and ran a fish and chip shop for many years. 

He said: "Work hard and be respectful to others." 

Celia Marshall, 95 years oldCelia Marshall, 95 years old (Image: Supplied)

Former secretary Celia Marshall, 95, agreed with her fellow residents. 

She said: "Work hard and don't think education finishes when you leave school. It continues all your life." 

Newton House Well-being and Lifestyle Coach Kerry-Anne McDade said: "We can all learn from one another, and who better to learn from than a generation who have been there and done it? 

She added: "We wish every child well over the next school year."