STUDENTS from a school in Alcester enjoyed an ice cream delivery from Gorsehill Abbey Dairy Farm as a reward for outstanding work completed at a farming event.
Year Nine pupils from St Benedict’s Catholic High School visited the Ragley Hall estate as part of a Focus on Farming event organised by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) and Linking Environment And Farming (LEAF).
The day involved more than 120 students from four schools – Alcester Academy, Alcester Grammar, Chipping Campden and St Benedict’s.
Learners completed work booklets during the day, answering questions ranging from animal husbandry, arable farming, biodiversity and the latest technology being used to farm sustainably.
Gorsehill Abbey Farm was one of more than 20 farmers and industry professionals who delivered hands-on, curriculum linked workshops at the Focus on Farming event which highlighted the many career opportunities available in the agricultural sector.
Food teacher Hannah Smallbone said: “Focus on Farming was an amazing opportunity for our students to see their learning in reality.
“So many commented how useful they found the day to explore food production, sustainability, and careers in farming.
“This also supported our school focus this term of Care for Creation.
“Thank you to all who organised this fantastic day and Gorsehill Abbey Farm for the beautiful ice cream.”
LEAF education specialist Elizabeth Lake added: “All schools made a fantastic effort to engage with the activities, asked questions and showed real enthusiasm during the day.
“After marking the student work booklets it was clear to see St Benedict’s students had consistently scored the highest marks and deserve a commendation for their exemplary work, well done.”
