History Expedition Day

Posted: 5th December 2025

This week, junior school pupils enjoyed an action-packed History Expedition Day, with all four year groups heading out on trips designed to bring the past vividly to life. Many pupils arrived dressed for the occasion, eager to step into different periods of history and immerse themselves in hands-on learning. They returned to school full of stories, enthusiasm and new discoveries to share.

 

Form One

Form One (Year 3) visited the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, where they explored artefacts and exhibitions that helped them understand how life in Exeter has changed through the centuries.

 

Upper One

Upper One (Year 4) travelled to the Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life, enjoying an engaging look at local history, traditional crafts and the social changes that shaped the region.
U1 History Day at Tiverton Museum - 4 Dec 2025

 

Lower Two

Lower Two (Year 5) spent the day at Buckland Abbey, discovering the remarkable history of the abbey.
L2 History Day at Buckland Abbey

 

Upper Two

Upper Two (Year 6) headed to Powderham Castle, where tours and activities gave them a fascinating insight into life inside a historic Devon castle and the family who lived there.
U2 History Day at Powderham Castle

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