Whitchurch Combined School Growing Today, Ready for Tomorrow
School Trips
Year 3 - Chiltern Open Air Museum - Autumn 1
Year 3 Step Back in Time at Chiltern Open Air Museum!
On Wednesday 7th October, Year 3 enjoyed their first educational visit of the school year with a trip to Chiltern Open Air Museum. With heavy rain forecast, the children arrived prepared with waterproofs and wellies, ready for whatever the weather had in store. Fortunately, while the morning was wet, the rain eased after lunch and allowed everyone to make the most of the afternoon activities.
The day began with a journey back to the Mesolithic Stone Age, where the children met a Stone Age woman who quickly put them to work! Year 3 showed great enthusiasm as they learned how early humans hunted deer, gathered berries, built shelters and started fires. They even used charcoal as camouflage before practising their hunting skills.
After a well-earned lunch, the children travelled forward in time to the Iron Age. Spending the afternoon in an authentic Iron Age roundhouse, they experienced a range of traditional activities, including grinding flour using a quern, making butter and bread, and creating thumb pots from clay.
Throughout the day, the children were engaged, curious and eager to learn. Their behaviour was exemplary, and they embraced every activity with enthusiasm despite the challenging weather conditions.
We are incredibly proud of Year 3 for their positive attitude and excellent conduct. It was a fascinating day of hands-on learning and a fantastic start to this year's educational visits programme. Well done, Year 3! 🌟
Woodrow Residential Visit - Year 4 - Autumn Term
Year 4's Long-Awaited Residential Adventure!
After much anticipation, Year 4 were finally able to enjoy their postponed residential trip to Woodrow High House (not Hudnall Park!) from 16th to 18th September, and what an amazing three days it was!
The sunshine was kind to us throughout our stay, giving us perfect weather for exploring, learning and having fun outdoors. The children were delighted with their rooms, with some even enjoying the luxury of an en-suite bathroom! The food was also a huge success, keeping everyone fuelled for the exciting days ahead.
We were so proud of the way every child embraced the experience with enthusiasm, courage and a positive attitude. From den building and swimming to orienteering, bushcraft, puzzle-solving and catapult building, there was never a dull moment. The children threw themselves into every activity, challenging themselves and supporting one another along the way.
One of the highlights of the trip was the campfire on the first evening. As the sun began to set, the children toasted marshmallows, made delicious s'mores and sang songs together, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The residential ended with a cosy movie night, where everyone relaxed with their teddies after three action-packed days.
Annabella said:
"My favourite part was the campfire because we sang songs and made s'mores. They were super tasty! My favourite song was the Mango Song."
Noah said:
"My favourite activity was the scavenger hunt on the first day because my team won. We got to explore Woodrow and find lots of different places."
Perhaps the most rewarding part of the trip was seeing how much the children grew in confidence and independence. Staying away from home, trying new activities and working together as a team helped them discover just how capable they are.
A huge thank you goes to Mrs Carson, Mrs Sewter and Mrs Spring, who generously gave up their own time to make this wonderful experience possible. Thanks to their care and encouragement, Year 4 returned home tired, happy, more confident and full of fantastic memories from an unforgettable adventure. 🌟🏕️🔥😊
