Monthly Archives: May 2012

The final evening of the trip was spent at the Super Bowl. The groups were split into five teams and bowled against one another. The competetive side of Mrs.Napier was clearly evident as she chalked up 119 points and became …

The other part of the museum across the road was filled with science based activities. The children were fascinated with practical tasks and problem solving and took great pleasure in being able to come up with successful solutions eventually. They …

After Manchester United, the children travelled to Manchester’s Museum of Science and Industry. We were able to have our lunch alongside planes, cars and other forms of transport throughout history. There were a number of interesting exhibits in this area …

It was an early start for everyone as we had a long journey to Manchester for Day 3. Our first stop was to Manchester United’s playing grounds, Old Trafford. We were met by Don, who was our guide for the …

When the steam train ride was over, our bus driver Bob picked us up and brought us on the very short drive to the slate mines in Llechwedd. P.7. had to put on hard hats before descending into the mines …

After lunch the children went back in time and travelled in style on the Ffestiniog railway. The carriages were pulled by a genuine steam engine and the views of the vallies and mountains were most picturesque.