Year 4 had a fantastic trip to a local river, bringing their Geography learning to life in a meaningful and memorable way. After studying the River Severn and comparing a large river to a smaller one, the children began their visit by carefully planning what they wanted to investigate and how they would carry out their fieldwork. Excitedly “wellied up,” they entered the brook to measure its width, depth and speed, and engaged in thoughtful discussions about water clarity and why some areas were clearer than others. It was wonderful to see them confidently applying their knowledge in a real-world context.
The classes were particularly shocked by the amount of litter found in and around the brook, which led to an important conversation about environmental responsibility. As a result, Year 4 have already decided that when they return next year, they will take a litter picker with them to help care for their local environment. It was lovely to see how much they genuinely care and their determination to make a positive difference