Andrew writes...

Ho, ho and indeed ho! I've been to Santa School to learn how to be one of Father Christmas's helpers.

These red-suited, white-bearded gentlemen will be appearing at a grotto near you as Christmas approaches, lending their assistance to Father Christmas himself (who is, of course, extremely busy at this time of year).

There's more to being a Santa's helper than you might imagine. It's not simply a question of promising a train set to all good boys and girls and giving a hearty chuckle.

The great man is a discerning employer and requires his team to have an ability to remember the names of all nine (yes nine) reindeer and an in-depth knowledge of this year's must-have presents.

Hear how I got on: