We spent our Curriculum Day delving into Victorian times with the help of Mrs Laidler; a special visitor from the past who had taught at a nineteenth century school. To start the day, we experienced a Victorian lesson – a shock to most of us! We used slates and slate pencils whilst learning our three R’s. Miss Laidler was exceptionally strict but luckily we were too well behaved for the cane to be brought out!

Throughout the day, we used historical sources, such as census documents and artefacts to gather information about life during Victorian times. In particular, we discussed child labour and employment during the Industrial Revolution and developed our understanding of how life changed for children. Our day concluded with some design work, creating Victorian toys- windmills and thaumatropes. A fantastic day of learning which will form a great basis for our topic work going forwards.