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Worle School Visit
25th March 2009
Pupils studying Design & Technology from Worle Community School
re-visited the Grand Pier to see for themselves how work is progressing to replace the iconic attraction.
Having visited back in October 2008, the 40 pupils are using the rebuilding of the Pier as a way to learn and understand how design and technology shapes their everyday lives.
Staff from the Howards Group also took part in the event, which was sponsored by the Weston-based company along with the Weston & Somerset Mercury.
Guided by Mike Joannou - Grand Pier Security Manager, the pupils were given an update on the work and what the next phases in the re-building of the pier will be including the piling which will help support the new pavilion
Design and Technology teacher Peter Williams said: “It’s great for the pupils to see at first hand how, what they learn in the classroom is being applied to such an iconic structure as this and we would like to thank Mike for showing us around.
“There is a lot going on in Weston at the moment and the fact that it is going on right on our doorstep makes it very real for the pupils.”
Mike added: “It’s a great way for the pupils to learn the practicalities of design and technology and how they are being applied to a live project. I hope they’re able to take inspiration from what is going on here and look forward to seeing them again in the future for a further update.”
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