Sunshine, smiles, and exploration - a trip to Wisley gave our young learners the perfect opportunity to connect with nature and bring their science learning to life.
Last week, our Year 1 pupils embarked on an exciting outdoor adventure to the beautiful RHS Wisley Gardens, one of the most beautiful and educational spots in the region - and what a day it was!
From the moment we arrived, there was a real buzz of excitement. The pupils were fascinated by the variety of flowers, trees and vegetables growing across the gardens - a particular favourite was the candyfloss bush! As part of their Plants and Seasons topic, the pupils were able to explore the vast and vibrant gardens, spotting different types of flowers, trees, and wildlife along the way.
Hilltop, known as The Home of Gardening Science, gave our pupils the perfect opportunity to experience how science and nature go hand in hand. Here, growing in the World Food Garden, the pupils were able to engage in sensory activities - smelling herbs, feeling textures of leaves and spotting pollinators, like bees and butterflies, in action; all deepening their knowledge of crops grown as food. They especially enjoyed sampling the different types of mint, including the chocolate mint, banana mint and apple mint!
The pupils also visited the orchards, to see firsthand where apples, pears and plums grow. They were thrilled to spot ripening fruits on the vines. The pupils learnt about how the trees vary and are cared for throughout the seasons.
After a well earned picnic lunch under the trees, we enjoyed a mindfulness walk around the sculpture gardens and water features, taking in the stunning scenery and sharing a mindful moment of pure relaxation. We are so proud of how well the pupils represented Feltonfleet - they were fantastic ambassadors, showing wonder and brilliant behaviour.
Back in Calvi, Year 1 had a deliciously great time sampling their own UK themed fruit salad. It was a brilliant way to bring together geography, science, and nutrition – all in one fun, fruity activity. Tucking into their healthy creations at the end of the day was a fantastic showcase of the food production cycle witnessed that day.
We were very pleased with how many pupils tried something new. Well done, Year 1 – our Wisley Adventure and Great British Fruit Salad were a great success!
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