Pupils visit Iceland

Wardle High School visit Iceland

Pupils from Wardle High School visited Iceland over the half term as part of a science trip, the purpose of which was to allow the pupils to look at the natural geological features and on-going events in Iceland.

The pupils ranged from Year 7 to Year 11 with 32 students in total attending the trip which lasted for 5 days. During the trip the pupils visited the Blue Lagoon (a natural hot spring), and a Geyser field where they had to be careful to avoid being splashed by boiling water jetting up from underground. Pupils also went up close to three massive waterfalls, even walking behind one of them.

Other highlights of the trip included visiting the black sand beaches on the southern tip of Iceland and sitting upon rock formations similar to Giants Causeway. They also stood on the surrounding cliff edges made of unique rock formations, witnessing the awesome views. In addition the pupils visited a Geothermal power station, and bubbling mud pools. The highlight for many was the massive glacier that they stood under the end of and were able to touch.

The group stayed in the capital Reykjavik. All pupils and staff were well fed and looked after in their location right on the waterside with pleasant views. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience and were sad to leave.

Mr David Kelly, Head of Science said: "This was a fantastic experience for all concerned. All the pupils behaved very well and even guests in the hotel complimented their behaviour and general sense of respect."

Wardle High School is always keen to provide trips and days out to further the education of its pupils and allow them to see how what they learn applies outside of the classroom.