Today our nurture learners enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a special SEND event designed to provide an engaging, inclusive and hands-on experience.
Exploring the Exhibits
We moved around the museum at our own pace, taking in the incredible exhibits. From towering dinosaur skeletons to fascinating displays of animals and ancient artefacts, there was something to spark everyone’s curiosity.
The natural history galleries were a particular highlight. Learners were captivated by the variety of animals on display and enjoyed spotting familiar creatures as well as discovering new and unusual species. The calm, welcoming environment of the SEND session allowed the children to feel comfortable and confident as they explored.
Hands-On Learning Experience
One of the most exciting parts of the visit was the interactive handling session. Our learners had the incredible opportunity to carefully handle a range of real objects, including:
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A real piranha
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Shark teeth
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Coral
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Taxidermy animals
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Fossils
Being able to touch and closely examine these objects made the learning experience truly memorable. There were lots of thoughtful questions and wonderful discussions as the children shared their ideas about how the animals lived, what they ate, and how fossils are formed.
A Journey Through Space
Another unforgettable part of our day was a visit to the museum’s planetarium. Inside the darkened dome, learners were transported into space as they discovered planets, stars and constellations.
The immersive show sparked awe and curiosity as we journeyed through the solar system and learned fascinating facts about space. It was a calm and engaging experience that captured everyone’s imagination.
A Day to Remember
The visit was a wonderful opportunity for our nurture learners to:
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Build confidence in a new environment
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Develop curiosity and questioning skills
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Experience hands-on, sensory learning
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Share a positive experience together
We are so proud of how our learners represented our school – they were respectful, inquisitive and enthusiastic throughout the day. Huge thanks to the staff at the Museum for making us feel so welcome.