

YEAR 6 ISLE OF WIGHT RESIDENTIAL TRIP
Trip Dates
Monday 14th October to Thursday 17th October 2024
Day One IOW Diary & Gallery
What a great first day!
The rain could not dampen our spirits as we set off from Abbey Meads this morning. We had a clear run down to Portsmouth and, even with a stop, we were able to get on an early ferry. Luckily the rain stopped when we reached the island and it was a quick coach trip to Alum Bay. The children all enjoyed making their sand art and then we stopped for a much needed lunch stop before seeing The Needles in real life. We had a fantastic walk to see Tennyson's monument and some of the children even managed a sprint up the final hill. The walk back to the coach was easy, apart from a few cows getting in our way.
The children couldn't wait to get back on the coach and get to the hotel. When we arrived, we had a warm welcome and the children quickly settled into their rooms. After a roast dinner and apple crumble, we headed out along the beach to search for the beach huts with funny names. We had a lovely treat of hot chocolate and biscuits when we got back to the hotel and then it was up to bed. The children are now tucked up in bed and looking forward to another busy day tomorrow.
Day Two IOW Diary & Gallery
.There were a lot of sleepy children this morning, but they soon woke up with the promise of a big breakfast. After cereal, toast and cooked treats, we set off to Osborne House. The children impressed the staff with their knowledge of Queen Victoria and they enjoyed taking part in a workshop about the royal children. We also explored Swiss Cottage and the museum, where children were astounded by some of the treasures that had been collected. The house itself was a real treat and we enjoyed finding out how Queen Victoria lived.
After dinner, it was a quick ride to Ryde where the children enjoyed two games of bowling. Great fun was had by all and we had some top scores and super cheering!
It was a late one tonight and the children are looking forward to a little bit of a lay-in tomorrow. Fingers crossed for some dry weather so that we can get on to the beach.
Day Three IOW Diary & Gallery
It was even harder to wake up the children this morning - even with a later breakfast they were needing a few more minutes sleep! We walked to Dinosaur Isle and the children enjoyed a hands-on fossil session and a trip around the museum. They were fascinated by some of the items they could handle and learnt lots of new information about fossils. After a quick stop back at the hotel for lunch, we set off for Shanklin for crazy golf. The children had a great time at our new indoor venue and we had a number of hole-in-ones.
It was back to Sandown after our golf and we had time for some beach fun. The children loved playing in the waves (and some falling in the waves), playing beach volleyball and building various structures. The rain had held off all day, but it helped to wash some of the sand off as we went back to the hotel (they have saved some sand to take home in their suitcases!).
The children got packed up in record time to ensure they had enough time for their disco. They are currently partying the night away. We will find a bit more energy for our final visit to Carisbrooke Castle tomorrow before returning home to Swindon.
Day Four IOW Gallery
On our last day in the Isle of Wight we awoke all sleepy after the disco but ready to get packing and off to Carisbrooke Castle. Once there we had a brilliant talk and guide around the castle and then we were given the chance to go and explore around the museum and bowling green. After lunch we headed down to the ferry and and back home. What an excellent and tiring week we have had.