Why come to Stansfeld?
Fieldtrips are often the strongest and deepest memories from a school career. Though, for most, an occasional if not one off experience they have profound effects. Fieldwork can bring a subject to life in a way that is impossible through the use of textbooks or computers. It releases students from the confines of the class into the ‘real world.’ Where outcomes are not always the same and cannot be always predicted.
Feedback:
Staff:
Staff:
· Pupils loved the hands on activities. The geography week developed the students awareness of literacy- writing for purpose and different audiences. Y9 Geography.
· Towards the end of the week a big difference with those who were nervous of the environment and interviewing the public. Y9 Geography.
· They are more confident and work better as a class. Y4
· The week has made an immense contribution to the pupil’s progress. Y4
· As well as making them enthusiastic and them thoroughly enjoy the experience, the work they have done on rivers and settlements directly relates to their core topics. Y12
· Thanks for the help in planning/adapting the week to fit with the new specification. Y13
· Essential. Biology Y12
· This has been a valuable learning experience for both staff and pupils. Y6
· Super group work- good cross curricular links. This week had a very positive effect on the self esteem of the students. Y6
Students:
· It was proper fun and educational. Y9
· I enjoyed they way we worked as a team. Y4
· It taught geography in a new approach and was exciting. Geography is cool! Y12
· I learnt whilst having fun. Y12
· I had fun with my new friends. Y6
· It was hilarious and I learned a lot practically. Y13
· I enjoyed being away with my friends and learning outside. Y6
· I loved being outside at night. Y6
Outdoor learning caters for the Every Child Matters agenda in a way that is different from the classroom and can be the catalyst for future learning. It can be used to teach a wide selection of key skills and if appropriate provide opportunities for the completion of examination and coursework requirements. It can enhance curriculum enrichment and personal and social development. Further more it provides healthy exercise and is fun.
The best and most successful trips are generally guided by the principles of safety, fun and clear objectives for the week.
The best and most successful trips are generally guided by the principles of safety, fun and clear objectives for the week.