🧗‍♂️ What an Unforgettable Adventure! 🏹

Our Year 5 students have just returned from an incredible three-day residential at PGL (and yes, for those wondering, that stands for Parents Get Lost! 😉).
From the moment they arrived, the energy was electric. Over the last three days, our young adventurers threw themselves into every challenge, including:

• Raft Building: Testing their teamwork (and their buoyancy!) 🌊
• Archery: Finding their inner Robin Hood 🎯
• Problem Solving: Using those brilliant brains to crack tough codes 🧩
• Survival Skills: Learning how to thrive in the great outdoors 🌲
• Climbing & The Giant Swing: Reaching new heights and facing their fears head-on! 🎢

🌟 Heart, Courage, and Community
Beyond the activities, what truly blew us away was their courage and determination. Whether they were dangling from the giant swing or navigating the woods, the way they shouted words of encouragement to one another was heart-warming.

They behaved brilliantly throughout the trip and were a true credit to our school. We couldn't be prouder of the resilience they showed!

🙌 A Huge Thank You
This trip wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing staff. A massive thank you to Mr Mealor, Miss Lyons, and Mrs Faux for giving up their time and working around the clock to ensure the children had a safe and life-changing experience.

Welcome home, Year 5! Rest up—you’ve certainly earned it. 💤✨

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All of the photos can be found here: https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/photo-galleries/year-5-pgl-may-2026