On Friday 17th October, our Year 2 children stepped back in time to experience what life was like for Victorian school children, and what a fantastic day it was!
Dressed in wonderful costumes, the children arrived looking as though they had just stepped out of the 19th century, and everyone looked the part. As soon as they arrived, they were immersed in the strict routines of a Victorian classroom, lining up silently, standing tall, and even taking part in a fun “hands and nails inspection” from their teachers.
The morning began with traditional prayers and lessons in manners, as the children practised their bows and curtseys, much to everyone’s amusement. Reading and writing followed, where the class tried their hand at neat Victorian cursive and copied moral sayings. It was lovely to see such concentration and pride in their work.
Afterwards came “drill time,” a lively session of marching, stretching, and clapping in perfect formation, which was great fun and good exercise too. Playtime brought a chance to enjoy some traditional Victorian games such as hopscotch, skipping, and marbles, which proved just as popular today as they were over a hundred years ago.
In arithmetic, the children showed their quick thinking with chanting times tables and solving sums. They were fascinated during the “object lesson,” where they handled mystery Victorian items like old nutcrackers and toy pram, comparing them to their modern-day equivalents.
The afternoon continued with nature study and careful sketching of leaves, a lovely calm activity after such a busy morning. To end the day, the children enjoyed some traditional crafts, making peg dollies and cardboard boats, just as Victorian boys and girls might have done long ago.
It was a truly memorable day filled with learning, laughter, and lots of curiosity about the past. A huge well done to all our Year 2 children for embracing the experience so enthusiastically, and to the staff for bringing history so vividly to life!
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