Year 5 enjoyed a fantastic day at Pasford Farm, where they were warmly welcomed by Stephen from the Country Trust and Vicky, a fourth-generation family farmer. The children learned all about life on a working farm and discovered where some of our food comes from.
Pasford Farm is over 100 years old and covers more than 1,000 acres of land. The farm is mainly an arable farm, meaning it grows crops, although it is also home to some sheep that are kept as pets.
Throughout the day, the children took part in a range of exciting hands-on activities. In the farm’s wild garden, they explored nature by collecting foliage and wheat, learning more about the plants that grow around them. They also spent a short period of quiet reflection in a woodland area, helping them reconnect with the natural world and appreciate the sights and sounds of nature.
The adventure continued with a walk around the lake, where the children enjoyed trying to spot signs of otters and other wildlife. They then learned about the journey from wheat to bread by grinding wheat grains to produce flour. Working together, the children ground more than 400g of flour before mixing it with water to understand the first stages of bread making.
Of course, there were also opportunities to meet some of the farm’s animals. The children loved stroking Daisy the donkey and learning about her life on the farm. A particular highlight for many was the chance to climb into a tractor and experience what it feels like to sit in one of the huge machines used to manage the farm’s crops.
The visit was a wonderful opportunity for Year 5 to develop their understanding of farming, food production and the natural environment. We would like to thank Stephen, Vicky and everyone at Pasford Farm for providing such an engaging and memorable experience. The children returned to school with plenty of new knowledge, happy memories and a greater appreciation for the countryside and the work of farmers.
