Children from Westbury Leigh Primary School have recently been visiting the residents of Westbury Care Home. The school said that the visits took place “with great enthusiasm from all parties.
“On 24th May, representatives from year 3, who are currently studying WWII, visited to share their learning and to interview the residents, bringing their learning to life with real faces and stories of involvement.
“Previously groups of children have benefitted from the opportunity to read to residents and complete craft activities with them. This has been a really valuable partnership for our children because it gives their learning real purpose – to have a real life audience to share their learning with and to learn from. It is also valuable in teaching social skills and a sense of responsibility with regards to being a part of the local community, and the opportunity to read their school books and practise their times tables with an adult is invaluable. “
Harry from year 2 said, “The care home is lovely and the people are really kind to you. I like reading to them because it helped me.”
Neil Hardy, care home manager said, “Our residents love to talk about their past life experiences and educate the younger generation.”
The school concluded, “Overall, a positive experience for all involved.”
