Earlier this week, Year 6 enjoyed a fantastic visit to Castle Acre in Norfolk. The weather was perfect, with clear blue skies and warm sunshine setting the tone for a day full of learning and exploration. The ruins of the medieval monastery stood proudly against the landscape, offering a glimpse into the rich Norman history of the past. The students eagerly took part in a variety of activities, including learning about the lives of the monks who once lived there and how the monastery functioned in medieval times. Guided by Mr Spindler and Mrs McNiff, they explored the stone cloisters, chapter house, and even the remnants of the dormitory, bringing history vividly to life.
After a busy morning, the children enjoyed a relaxed picnic lunch in the beautiful priory grounds. Surrounded by wildflowers, it was the perfect setting to unwind and chat about what they’d discovered. In the afternoon, the children engaged in a maths-based task led by Mr Gent and Mrs Williams, using tape measures and sketchbooks to map and measure parts of the site. This activity helped reinforce skills from the classroom in a real-world context, making the learning experience more meaningful and relevant. The visit to Castle Acre Priory was a memorable and enriching day, blending history, nature, and active learning in an unforgettable way.
The curriculum at King’s College School provides a broad and balanced education, incorporating a wide variety of activities, both inside and outside the classroom, that are planned to promote pupils’ learning and personal development. Detailed summaries of the work covered in each curriculum area are shared with parents on a termly basis, so that they are fully-informed about what their child will be studying.