Residentials

Year 4

Year 4 stayed at the Ancient Technology Centre in a Longhouse for 1 night. They took part in all aspects of ancient daily living. The day's work included activities on ‘the House’ and ‘the Farm’.

Some of the activities included;

•Grinding the wheat to make flour that will produce bread for mealtimes.

•Making butter from cream and soft cheese from cow’s milk.

•Preparing vegetables for the evening meal.

•Longhouse chores such as floor burnishing and beating the sheep skins.

•A traditional fire-making demonstration to enable cooking to take place.

"I really enjoyed being able to chop up wood for the fire, I have never had an experience like this before"

Year 5

 Year 5 spent two nights at Hooke Court with a focus on their WW1 experience.

Some of the activities included;

•Going through their trenches to envisage how the soldiers would have been feeling

•Experience rations

•Examining and handling artefacts

•Dinner in the Officer's Mess and Old Time Music Hall

“We had so much fun and got extremely muddy. It was so interesting to see what life would have been like during WW1”.

 Year 6

Taking our Year 6 students on a residential trip to Rockley was an unforgettable experience. Watching them tackle abseiling, rock climbing, and climbing with such courage and enthusiasm was inspiring. The sheer excitement and pride on their faces after reaching the top of each climb was priceless. This adventure not only strengthened their confidence but also created bonds that will last a lifetime whilst also fostering their independence; preparing them for the next stage of their education. It was amazing to see them challenge themselves and cheer each other on — a truly remarkable journey that they’ll remember forever.

“I loved Rockley, my favourite activity was the kayaking. I didn’t think I would be brave enough but I did it!”