Marksbury pupils enjoy memorable learning experiences from pumpkin picking to Stonehenge

From pumpkin picking to exploring Stonehenge, pupils across Marksbury Church of England Primary School near Bath have been embracing a variety of enrichment opportunities this term.

On Wednesday 7 October, pupils from Reception class travelled to the Pumpkin Patch at Avon Valley Adventure Park. The children explored the park, discovering the range and size of pumpkins that grow.

Jade Moore, Reception teacher, said:

“In Reception class we learn about things in real time as they are happening throughout the school year, beginning with seasonal changes. As a part of this learning, every year we visit Avon Valley Pumpkin Patch to look at the different pumpkins and gourds. The children were all lucky enough to pick a pumpkin each to take home with them - a huge thank you to Avon Valley for supporting the children in their learning."

Meanwhile, Years 5 and 6 visited Stonehenge last Friday (16 October) to learn all about the prehistoric standing stones at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Oscar in Year 5 said:

"We really enjoyed our trip to Stonehenge because it was interesting to learn how the stones got there, how far they travelled and how heavy they are.”

Sienna in Year 6 added:

“My favourite part was the weaving and pinch-pot workshops, and looking around the houses to see how people lived in prehistoric times. It was a really fun day and we learned lots of new facts”

Amanda Trim, Headteacher, said:

"At Marksbury, we are passionate about providing rich and varied experiences that inspire a love of learning. From our youngest pupils discovering seasonal changes at the pumpkin patch, to our older children bringing their history learning to life at Stonehenge, these opportunities help spark curiosity, build confidence and create lasting memories.”