World War Two Day 2009

Today the year 4 children enjoyed another fantastic World War Two day sharing experiences of grand parents. The relationship between the children and the older generation was of mutual respect. The children asked pertinent and thoughtful questions, listening with great interest to the responses. As it is 70 years since the start of the war we are seeing decreasing numbers of relatives with these experiences so are grateful to all those who came today. The children are certainly fortunate to be able to share these memories before it is too late!

Look at our evacuee children talking to grandparents in the photos below.

The day was further enhanced by photos, artefacts and the expertise of Rob and Roly from Plymouth CityMuseum. The children used "thinking skills" to investigate various helmets from the Home Front as well as studying photographs of Plymouth to explore the effects of the war locally.

We really have to say a great big thank you to all our visitors who made our day so special. Without them this day would not be viable. The staff and pupils therefore extend huge thanks to Mr Evans, Mr & Mrs Austin, Mrs Fitzpatrick, Mr & Mrs Buet, Mrs Davey and Mr & Mrs Marlton.

The afternoon ended with a VE party! The children sampled war time fayre of spam or jam sandwiches, scones and blancmange and jelly accompanied by dandelion and burdock, cream soda and cloudy lemonade. Some war time music set the mood.

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