Ysgol Derwenfa: Year 3 and 4 trip to Park in the Past (June 2025)

Thanks to generous funding from the Classical Association, our Year 3/4 pupils enjoyed an unforgettable trip to Park in the Past, bringing their Roman topic vividly to life. Greeted by a Roman soldier in full armour, the children were marched through the Celtic landscape to the fort, where they took the Roman legionary oath as new recruits.

They explored life in a Roman fort, discovering how soldiers lived, trained, and defended their base. One lucky pupil even tried on authentic Roman armour! Later, the class joined a foraging patrol beyond the fort’s walls, learning how Romans gathered food, wood, and water while keeping watch for Celtic tribes.

The day offered a truly immersive experience, combining role play, history, and adventure. It deepened pupils’ understanding of Roman Britain and sparked curiosity that will continue to inspire their learning throughout the topic.