Pupils get hands-on lesson on Great Fire of London
Young primary school pupils have been getting a very real insight into their latest topic – The Great Fire of London.
Prestfelde School's Year 2 pupils welcomed firefighters from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service for a special demonstration at the Shrewsbury school.
As part of the visit the pupils even got to see firefighters tackling an actual fire – of their own Pudding Lane, that the pupils had made in class.
The officers also showed the youngsters the fire engine, and spoke to them about fire safety – before getting out the hose to tackle the fire in the miniature version of London.
Prestfelde Year Two teacher and visit coordinator, Sophie Richards, said the bringing learning to life in a practical manner makes a huge difference.
She also offered the school's thanks to the firefighters who had made the visit.
She said: "We have worked with Shropshire Fire & Rescue Service for several years now and a visit from them is always a highlight for the children. Visits like these bring the curriculum to life, and we thank the Service and the crew that visited us today, very much for their support.”
