On Friday 28th April,  Primary 4 went on an exciting journey across the English border and along Hadrian’s wall to complete their learning about the Romans.  Our first stop was the Roman Army museum.  When we arrived, we went into a Roman classroom and were taught some lessons from Vilius our teacher.  We learned about Roman numerals, Aesop’s fables, the Roman empire and how to write and speak latin.

After that, we got to have a good look around the museum.  We saw examples of Roman coins, food, weapons and clothes.  We even got a go of a bow.

Next, we went back on the bus and travelled a short way to Vindolanda.  The first thing we did was get a talk from a lovely lady called Penny who taught us a lot about the job of an archaeologist.  She showed us some things that had been dug up at Vindolanda and explained how they work out what each of the buildings  was used for.

Finally, our stomach’s groans were answered and we could eat our lunch!  Some robins joined us too. 

Next, we had a look inside that museum and spent all of our money in the gift shop.

After having a good look around the site (and climbing a very big hill) we had a little bit of fun pretending to be real Romans in the Roman fort.  Then, before long, it was time to get back on the bus and travel back home.

The class behaved brilliantly and we all had an amazing time.  It was the perfect way to finish our topic.  Many, many thanks to the parents who came along with us and also Mrs White who gave up her afternoon off to come along.  We are all very grateful.