Towards the end of term, Year 7 pupils went on a trip to Alnwick Castle with their new Year 8 form teachers. This was a magical day for all of the Harry Potter fans and everybody else! The day involved The Dragon Quest, a range of exciting puzzles with a mirrored wall maze and several dark tunnels… this was a favourite activity for many. Another favourite was the broomstick flying lesson, where every pupil enjoyed taking photos of their levitating friends! To improve their knowledge of medieval medicines, they learnt about and debated if certain cures would work. The children also worked with their friends to produce soap to take home and keep. The pupils got a chance to visit inside of the castle; everyone enjoyed exploring the massive library and dining room and learning more about the castle’s history. On the journey back to school, the children discussed what they had learnt with each other and how much they enjoyed the day. A group of girls said, “We loved the broomstick-flying lesson and learning about the castle’s fascinating history. It was an amazing trip!”  

By Phoebe, Year 7