We are delighted to share an exciting update from our staff in Germany! Forty of our Year 8 pupils have travelled to the beautiful town of Boppard, located in the Rhine Valley.

The group arrived at the hotel before the kick-off of the Euros final (England vs Spain), and the hotel was kind enough to show the game on the big screen to the group. Despite the game’s outcome, it was great to see our pupils cheering England on.

Their first full day began with a stunning river cruise along the Rhine to the town of St Goar. After a brief ferry ride, the pupils visited Siegfried’s Musikabinet in Rüdesheim. A special moment included Mia’s birthday celebration with a rendition of “Happy Birthday” on the Kurbelorgel (crankorgan)!

Pupils enjoyed their evening in the park playing giant Schach (chess), boules and football – only kicking the ball into the river twice!

The next day, they journeyed to Cochem. After a challenging uphill walk, the pupils were rewarded with a tour of the stunning Reichsburg Cochem, a gothic castle offering breathtaking views over Cochem and the Mosel River. The guided tour was a hit, with pupils showing great respect and curiosity about the castle’s history.

Afterwards, there was time for souvenir shopping (including some water pistols now under staff safekeeping!). The day ended with fun at Cochem Moselbad wave pool, where pupils enjoyed racing on slides, wave pools, and the outdoor pool.

Ms. C. Horton, trip leader and German language teacher, shared, “Our pupils have been exemplary in their behaviour and attitude from the very start of the trip. It is incredibly gratifying to see them appreciate the area’s beauty and culture – they have been fantastic at applying their German language skills practised in lessons when making purchases, or when conversing with hotel staff during dinner; many have surprised themselves with their ability to make themselves understood.”

The adventure continued with visits to the Sesselbahn (chair lift) up the Hirschkopf, a tour of Koblenz, and today the thrill of Phantasialand Theme Park.

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