Year 2 - Great Fire of London Day

Today, Year 2 participated in an engaging and immersive learning day that allowed them to explore historical events hands-on. The children created a small-scale model of the city of London, which served as a tangible representation of the past. In addition, they crafted baker's hats and rat masks, further enriching their understanding of the historical context.

To conclude the day, students experienced a simulation of the rapid spread of fire by taking their model cities to the forest firepit and setting them ablaze. This dramatic demonstration provided a powerful visual and experiential understanding of the consequences of fire in history.

Madagascar Trip to the Fire Station!

Today, Madagascar class had an exciting visit to Harold Hill Fire Station as part of their History learning on The Great Fire of London. The trip was full of hands-on experiences that gave students a glimpse into modern firefighting, connecting it to the historical event they've been studying.

The children were thrilled to sit inside a real fire truck and learn about the advanced tools used today compared to the simple equipment from 1666.

A tour of the staffroom gave the children a look behind the scenes, but the highlight of the day was watching a firefighter come down the fireman’s pole—an exciting moment for everyone!

This visit brought history to life, and we thank the team at Harold Hill Fire Station for such a memorable experience!

Kenya and Egypt Fire Station Visit

 Today, Kenya and Egypt classes had an exciting visit to Harold Hill Fire Station as part of their History learning on The Great Fire of London. The trip was full of hands-on experiences that gave students a glimpse into modern firefighting, connecting it to the historical event they've been studying.

The children were thrilled to sit inside a real fire truck and learn about the advanced tools used today compared to the simple equipment from 1666. They even got to hold hoses, try on helmets, and ask firefighters about their work.

A tour of the staffroom gave the students a look behind the scenes, but the highlight of the day was watching a firefighter come down the fireman’s pole—an exciting moment for everyone!

This visit brought history to life, and we thank the team at Harold Hill Fire Station for such a memorable experience!