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  1. London 2025

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    Wednesday 26th March 2025 –

    We have just been informed that everyone has had a great time at Harry Potter Studios. They are about to head back to the hostel by coach, settle into their rooms and have some dinner then chill, ready for their action packed day tomorrow.

    Thursday 27th March 2025 –

    All children have enjoyed a good breakfast this morning and we are now on our way on a walk along the embankment, before the river cruise, London eye, Shrek adventure and the theatre! 

    Afternoon update – Children are chilling in the sun at St James Park after a busy day. They will shortly be heading to Bella Italia for food and then off to the theatre to enjoy Mrs Doubtfire.

    Friday 28th March 2025 –

    We have just received an update from Mrs Sampson. All the children enjoyed their meal at Bella Italia last night before heading to the theatre to watch Mrs Doubtfire. They all loved the show and found it very funny! After a long day they all had a good nights sleep and are preparing to head to the Science Museum this morning.

    Afternoon update – The children are on the coach and heading back to Exeter. We will provide further updates as the journey progresses.

     

  2. Grenville 2023

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    Monday 25th September

    The group safely arrived and explored the hostel and their dormitories. Following their packed lunches, they all set off to enjoy an afternoon filled with orienteering, problem-solving and high ropes in the glorious sunshine.

    Tuesday 26th September

    Everyone is having a great time on their second day at Grenville after a good night’s sleep was had by all. This morning the Year 6s enjoyed caving, raft building and indoor climbing. This afternoon the groups are going to participate in high ropes, indoor climbing and problem solving. They are all having a fun time with some lovely September weather!

    Wednesday 27th September

    Yesterday, in the evening, the children chose to either go on a walk around the harbour, play football or table tennis or engage in some games like Dobble and Uno before bedtime. Following a good sleep, the group were involved in caving, abseiling or orienteering this morning and this afternoon they were off to enjoy the high ropes, abseiling and team building. The weather is still being kind; mainly dry with some light rain but little wind!

    Thursday 28th September

    Good day today and decent weather for our activities.  A very good night’s sleep – think the children are getting tired!
    They have been caving, abseiling, coasteering, indoor climbing and orienteering today.  Looking forward to coming home tomorrow to tell you all about our week.
    Lots of fun had by all!
    Please see the school newsletter of 2/10/23 for photos.

  3. London Residential 2023

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    Wednesday 26 April

    Everyone loved The Lion King last night and after a good sleep they enjoyed their youth hostel breakfast before embarking on their Westminster walking tour. The tour was a great success as they saw the changing of the guard and were fortunate to see the horses and drummers practising beforehand. After that, they wandered through St James’ Park where they spotted parakeets. They have just finished their picnic lunch and were waiting to board the coach at the point of the update.

    Tuesday 25 April

    The children had a lovely morning; following breakfast at the youth hostel they had an exciting tube journey across London to the Shrek Experience which was great fun. After that they soared high on the London Eye and enjoyed the views over the capital city. Following this, they took advantage of the wonderful sunshine and enjoyed their packed lunches in Jubilee Park. Currently they are on their way by tube to the Natural History Museum which will be followed by an Italian feast at Bella Italia. Miss Barrett reports that everyone is having a great time and spirits are high!

    Monday 24 April

    The group arrived safely at Harry Potter Studios and had their lunch before embarking in their tour of the studios. They then explored the Great Hall and a range of sets and costumes which were on display. Everyone was happy and excited. After leaving Harry Potter, they travelled to the youth hostel where they all enjoyed their McDonald’s takeaway and settled down in their rooms for the night.