What an incredible day Year 4 had at Piddington Roman Villa! They behaved brilliantly and displayed exemplary manners throughout the trip.

The children had a wonderful time delving into the everyday life of Romans. They engaged with fascinating artefacts unearthed from the site, and had a go at guessing their uses – some creative interpretations emerged!

Split into small groups, the students tackled four amazing activities:

Herbal Remedies: They learned about the various herbs used by Roman doctors, even role-playing as doctor and patient using some rather gruesome remedies!

Exploring Life in the Villa: Investigating skeletons and pottery, they then crafted their very own colourful mosaics, showcasing their artistic flair!

Roman Soldiers: Trying on historical armour was a hit, and they even got to create their very own cuff guards to take home!

Fashion and Craft: Dressing up as Roman ladies of different societal ranks, the children made colourful beaded bracelets to reflect their styles!

As a bonus, we incorporated some maths by buying items from the shop and calculating the change needed – learning has never been this fun!

A huge thank you to the staff at Piddington Roman Villa for providing such an enriching experience that our children will remember fondly. We are so proud of our Year 4 students and their enthusiasm for learning!