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A Journey of Discovery and Teamwork

Day 1: Exploration and Communication

Our Year 3 pupils kicked off their residential trip with an exciting arrival and a delicious lunch. The day was packed with activities designed to enhance communication and collaboration:

• Blindfold Trial: pupils developed communication skills by guiding each other through challenges while blindfolded.
• Maze Challenge: Working in pairs, pupils navigated a maze to uncover hidden letters and decode a secret message.
• Orienteering: Using maps, pupils discovered local buildings named after regional landmarks and hills.

The day concluded with an enchanting evening walk, an engaging animal quiz, and a magical stargazing session.

Day 2: Teamwork and Resilience

The second day focused on building teamwork and resilience through diverse activities:

• Caving and Challenge Course: pupils pushed their limits and supported each other through challenging environments.
• Ballista Building: A highlight of the day, pupils constructed giant slingshots, demonstrating communication and teamwork by knocking down bean bag towers.
• Woods Compass Trail: Learning compass skills, pupils explored the woodland, enjoyed nature and adventure.

The day ended with a memorable campfire sing-along, creating lasting memories.

Day 3: Nature and Creativity

The final day combined scientific exploration with artistic expression:

• Pond Dipping: Pupils discovered fascinating aquatic life, including water boatmen, pond skaters, and dragonfly nymphs. Using identification keys, they learned about invertebrate characteristics.
• Clay Making: A creative finale to the residential, allowing students to express themselves artistically.

This residential trip provided Year 3 Pupils with unforgettable experiences of teamwork, learning, and personal growth.