Year 4 blog:

Year 4 Trip to Stonehenge

Year 4 had an amazing trip to Stonehenge as part of their learning on the Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age. It was a fun-filled day full of hands-on experiences and exciting discoveries!

The pupils took part in a workshop led by specialists from the English Heritage team, where they explored a variety of artefacts, including clothing made from furs, leathers, and linens. They also investigated how the stones were put in place, considering the incredible effort and ingenuity it would have taken. Discussions included where the stones may have come from and how they were transported to Stonehenge - a "history mystery" that is still being solved!

Next, the pupils explored the on site roundhouses, gaining insight into life during the Neolithic period. They even had a go at grinding grain using a flat-edged stone to make bread and made bracelets using twine, bringing history to life through practical activities.

Finally, the highlight of the day: seeing the stones themselves! The pupils also took part in some photography challenges for fun – do you like our photos?

It was a fantastic day, and the pupils were a real credit to the school. This trip provided a brilliant way to round off our history topic for the half term. Well done Year 4!