London Lights and Landmarks: Year 6 Takes the City

Dinos, Gems, and Sea Dragons: Day 1 in London

Year 6’s first day in London was fantastic. The journey was plain sailing as they arrived just after 12 noon at The Natural History Museum. Here they had a picnic lunch before splitting into small groups to explore the famous museum. The exhibitions left everyone wide-eyed with wonder, with the dinosaur exhibit quickly becoming a crowd favourite—particularly the T-Rex sporting a festive jumper, which brought plenty of laughs! Exploring the museum further, they delved into the impressive collection of fossils and gems, sparking lively discussions. Our journey led them to The Vault, where they uncovered dazzling treasures, including the breathtaking 9,381-carat blue topaz gemstone—the largest of its kind!

Sailors and Explorers – A maritime adventure: Day 2 in London

Tuesday was packed with excitement as the group delved into London’s maritime history. The day began bright and early at the iconic Cutty Sark, where Mr Morrow joined the pupils for the day’s adventures. Together, they explored the rich story of this legendary ship, learning how the Cutty Sark sailed across the globe, visiting major ports to deliver tea. With 11 miles of rigging on board, the ship’s scale left everyone in awe. Starting in the hold, where tea cargo was once stored, the group worked their way up through the mid-deck to the top, engaging with interactive games and fun facts to enrich their fact files along the way.

The adventure continued with a walk to the British Maritime Museum. At the centre of the museum, pupils explored the Great Map, enthusiastically pushing model ships across the globe. In the Polar Worlds gallery, they uncovered stories of daring polar expeditions and learned about the indigenous communities of the Arctic and Antarctic.

It was a day filled with discovery and wonder, further fuelling the excitement for what London has in store.

Lights, Legends, and History: Day 3 in London!

Day 3 saw Year 6 stepping into the world of fame and history at Madame Tussauds! Pupils were in awe as they “met” some of the world’s most iconic figures. Firm favourites included Taylor Swift, the Royal Family, and William Shakespeare!

The experience didn’t stop there—a ride in the mini black cabs took everyone on a journey through Britain’s rich history, showcasing influential figures and moments from the past.

Year 6 travelled by coach to the V&A and seen some fantastic sculptures, precious gemstones, and stunning art. They also had a go at designing their own trophies and jewellery! their day continued with an incredible visit to the British Science Museum. Here pupils interacted with all things space by getting a close-up of spaceships and even a small piece of the moon! The immense museum also displayed different aircrafts, some of which they stepped in or walked underneath. Other exhibits gave an insight into the modern world and how technology has changed and shaped our lives. To finish the day, pupils dined at O’Neills Soho.

Theatrical Delights and Historic Marvels : Day 4

Year 6 spent Thursday morning exploring the wonderful Globe Theatre. They all felt it was such a privilege to be personally shown around by the tour guides. After the tour they had a drama workshop with Tom – an actor at the Globe. All pupils fully immersed themselves in Romeo & Juliet. Thanks to our own Mr Woollhead, pupils made a brilliant impression on the actors who complemented so many of their acting skills.