Lower Two Discover Exeter’s Geography and History
On Monday, Lower Two pupils enjoyed an exciting geography field trip into Exeter city centre, accompanied by Mr Wood, Mrs Jones and our teaching assistants.
The trip formed part of the pupils’ geography studies, with children tasked with observing and recording different types of land use across the city. Armed with clipboards and plenty of enthusiasm, the group explored a variety of locations, including Southernhay, Princesshay and Northernhay Gardens, carefully noting how different areas of the city are used and developed.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
As well as investigating Exeter’s urban landscape, pupils had the opportunity to discover some fascinating aspects of the city’s rich history.
One particular highlight was learning about the famous Blue Boy statue in Princesshay. The children were amazed to hear about the story behind the statue and its historic links to Exeter School, bringing a local landmark to life in a meaningful and memorable way.
The group also visited the historic Guildhall, where pupils were delighted to see a real dungeon and learn more about one of Exeter’s most significant buildings.
Exploring Exeter’s Hidden Stories
The day was filled with opportunities to uncover some of Exeter’s lesser-known stories and landmarks.
Pupils walked along Parliament Street, which is often described as the narrowest street in Britain, and discovered the story of the last witches to be executed in England. They also enjoyed spotting gargoyles and other architectural details at Exeter Cathedral, developing their observation skills while gaining a deeper appreciation for the city’s heritage.
A Day to Remember
The field trip provided a wonderful opportunity for pupils to apply their classroom learning in a real-world setting, combining geography, history and local knowledge throughout the day.
With glorious sunshine accompanying them from start to finish, Lower Two enjoyed an excellent day of exploration, discovery and learning in the heart of Exeter.
