Educational Enrichment

Wednesday 26th March 2025: Year 2 visit Leybourne Lakes

The children in Year 2 had a fantastic visit to a local area as part of their Science learning. The children had the opportunity to observe different microhabitats. During the trip, the children conducted a fieldwork study to investigate the impact people are having on the lakes.

Friday 21st March 2025: Year 4, 5 and 6 visit Reculver

We took three classes to Reculver in Term 4 as part of our Geography learning. We applied what we have learnt about coasts to discuss the coastal defences which have been put into effect in this coastal region and even had the opportunity to explore some microhabitats. During the trip, we conducted a fieldwork study and collected data about the defences and impact these have had in order to protect the environment.

December 2024

We organised an optional trip to the theatre at Christmas to see Cinderella. We had such an enjoyable time watching the show with each other and experiencing a live theatrical performance.

Friday 20th September 2024 - Nite Owls visit the school

We welcomed the company Nite Owls into school during term 1. We met different types of owls including Willow (a 10 year old barn owl) and Monty (a 5 year old eagle owl). The owls flew over everyone's heads during the talk and showed off their amazing skills. All the children then had the opportunity to have a photo with an owl!

June 2024 - Year 3 and 4 optional visit to Ambleford Forest School

The children had a wonderful time exploring the site. They worked together to create a life-sized den; clear a stream which had been blocked; and whittle their own swords!

April 2024 - Year 1 and 2 optional visit to Buttercups Goat Sanctuary

October 2023 Dover Castle- Year 2

As part of their topic on Kings and Queens, Year 2 had an interactive day at Dover Castle.

March 2023 Natural History Museum- Year 5

After exploring some of the exhibits, the children underwent a workshop on Volcanoes and Earthquakes and did so well they were awarded a diploma by Volcanologist.

March 2023 Adventure Kidz- Nursery

Nursery took a trip on the mini bus to the soft play centre, Adventure Kidz.

March 2023 British Museum - Year 3

Linked to our History topic of Ancient Egypt, Year 3 went to the British Museum. They saw many of the museum’s artefacts and learnt about the mummification process in a workshop.

23rd March 2023 Greenwich Observatory- Year 2

Year 2 visited the Royal Observatory in Greenwich to explore Planet Earth. They saw a show in the planetarium before completing a workshop about the Seasons, walking the Prime Meridian Line and exploring telescopes.

13th March 2023 British Museum- Year 3

This was a fantastic opportunity for Year 3 to find out more about Ancient Egypt. They were fascinated by the exhibits and particularly enjoyed seeing the sculptures.

9th March 2023 Year 5 and 6

Year 5 and 6 were visited by Francie Osei-Appiah from his charity Reform Restore Respect. He spoke about the power of education and the pitfalls of crime - helping educate the children in the dangers of county-lines.

February 2023 Royal botanic Gardens- Kew- Year 4

As part of their Geography learning about the Amazon Rainforest, Year 4 visited Kew Gardens and took part in a workshop to find out all about the plants that are part of the Amazon Rainforest.

February 2023 Gulbenkian Theatre- Year 4

Year 4 went to watch a production of Hamlet at the Gulbenkian Theatre, followed by a walking tour of Canterbury, taking in the sights, including Canterbury Cathedral and The Beaney Museum.

7th February 2023 Tyland Barn- Year 2

To support science learning, Year 2 went to Tyland Barn for the day. They explored different microhabitats, identifying the minibeasts they found. The day concluded with pond dipping to see what creatures call a pond their home.

6th February 2023 National Gallery- Year 6

Year 6 enjoyed a fantastic guided tour where they discussed a selection of the paintings in the gallery. The children were really engaged and asked lots of questions.

November 2022 Kent Life- Year 4

Year 4 visited Kent Life to take part in a Roman Workshop as part of our History learning. We found out all about Boudicca and what life was like in Roman Britain.

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