A Shelley student is hoping to follow in the steps of her pop idols after reaching a competition final.

Alice Whelan, 15, beat hundreds of other hopefuls to reach the final 15 in Brad Factor, based on TV’s X Factor.

The Shelley Academy pupil, who likes performing songs by Amy Winehouse, Katy Perry and others, will be battling for the prize of a recording session at St George’s Hall, Bradford, on Saturday.

Dad Mark said: “She’s always been singing in her bedroom from a very young age but this is the first competition she’s entered. Obviously we’re very proud and we’ll all be watching on Saturday”.