Visit to the Houses of Parliament
On Monday, 27th January the school’s prefects as well as MPs paid a visit to the
Houses of Parliament. Here is an account as written by a pupil in year 6:
When we arrived, we were handed specialized headphones that provided clear, informative commentary on the building's rich history. The tour highlighted key moments in political history, such as the powerful tide-inspired window symbolizing the fight for democratic equality and women’s voting rights. We also explored rooms filled with statues of past Prime Ministers, including Margaret Thatcher and Winston Churchill, and got a close-up view of the Serjeant at Arms. The tour culminated in the iconic chamber where M.P.s debate—though we aren't allowed to sit in Sir Keir Starmer's special seat! This visit offered us a unique and engaging insight into the heart of British politics.