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The stars of Waterloo Road, both past and present, have paid tribute to the show after confirmation that it will end in 2015.

The BBC announced earlier today (April 2) that the long-running school drama will conclude with its tenth series.

Cast members from the show's nine series so far have taken to Twitter to praise the show for its championing of young talent ahead of the final series, which will begin later this year.

Waterloo Road axe: Is it the right decision? - Have your say

Take a look at some of the reactions below:

Laurie Brett (plays Christine Mulgrew)

It's been an amazing few years on @WaterlooRoad love my Wr family.Cant wait to film Christine's final 10 eps. The final eps will be fab!! Xx

— Laurie Brett (@LauriebrettX) April 2, 2014

Lisa Riley (played guest/recurring character Tina Allen)

So sad @WaterlooRoad is finishing I am so proud to have been...

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