The ODA and Tower Hamlets-based social enterprise Signs of Life have been working with primary, secondary and special needs schools in the Five Host Boroughs in a creative engagement programme to design the images which are now on display.

The ODA held a celebration event for all the children and young people involved in the project from 17 different schools at Hackney Wick Community Centre.

Olympics Minister Tessa Jowell said:
"I am extremely impressed with all the hard work that local children have put into this project. They have demonstrated not only pride in their community but also a real enthusiasm to be part of London 2012.

"These hoardings will remind local people what the Olympic and Paralympic Games is all about - working together in and around the Park for a lasting sporting and cultural legacy."
London 2012 Organising Committee Chair Sebastian Coe said:

"The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games are Everyone's Games and this project is one example of how children and young people living closest to the Olympic Park are directly contributing to our preparations.

"London 2012's four year Culture and Education programme will start in the Autumn of this year, providing many more opportunities to build on the sense of pride and celebration of those involved today."

ODA Chief Executive David Higgins said:

"The hoardings around the Park offer us a blank canvas to bring alive the London 2012 story and excite everyone about what is happening on site.

"Placing artwork on the hoardings on the Hackney Wick towpath is an important part of our communication with the local community to engage them with the 2012 project, and I am delighted that so many young people have had the opportunity to be involved."

Mayor of Newham, Sir Robin Wales, said: "

This hoardings artwork project has been a great way to involve our young people in the 2012 Games. I am extremely proud of the talented students from Brampton Manor, Hallsville and JFK Schools , who have helped to produce this amazing piece of work."