STUDENTS at Lyndon School recently visited Stratford to bring their Travel and Tourism studies to life, exploring the concept of honeypot sites through first-hand experience of this globally popular destination.
Learners investigated how the town’s historical architecture and cultural landmarks, including Holy Trinity Church, the resting place of William Shakespeare, attract large numbers of visitors, while also considering the impact of tourism on the local area.
By speaking directly with tourists about their enjoyment of the site, learners gained valuable insights into visitor experiences and developed key research skills.
The trip also gave learners the opportunity to demonstrate the Lyndon character virtues, showing confidence and communication when asking questions, respect and integrity when engaging with the public and visiting a place of worship, and curiosity and resilience throughout the day, making the experience both academically enriching and personally rewarding.
Syreeta Kapswara, Head of School said: “We are always looking for ways to make learning feel real for our children and young people, and this trip did exactly that.
“Seeing our learners apply their classroom knowledge in Stratford-upon-Avon, asking thoughtful questions and engaging so respectfully with visitors and the local community, was fantastic to see.
“This is a brilliant example of our learners living out the Lyndon character virtues outside the classroom.”
