Across the month, the school community took part in a wide range of activities, both in school and at home, from exploring local parks and woodlands to growing plants, spotting wildlife and getting creative with natural materials.

In school, Reception pupils cared for caterpillars as they transformed into butterflies, explored the Forest School area and created artwork from leaves and sticks. They also took part in outdoor challenges, including transporting water using pipes and tubes.

Other activities included planting tomatoes, weeding flower beds, making wind streamers to investigate wind direction and releasing the school’s butterflies into the wild.

Families also embraced the challenge, with children visiting Dartmoor Zoo, exploring the River Dart, enjoying days at the beach, helping in allotments and gardens, and spotting local wildlife including foxes, swans and other birds.

Whipton Barton Federation, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, is committed to helping children develop curiosity and a connection with the world around them.

Louise Moretta, headteacher at Whipton Barton Federation, said:

“30 Days Wild is a wonderful way for our whole school community to explore the natural world together. We loved seeing children, families and staff getting involved in so many different ways, from caring for plants and wildlife at school to exploring the outdoors at home. It was fantastic to see everyone discovering and enjoying the nature around us.”

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust, said:

“It is lovely to see the whole Whipton Barton community getting involved in 30 Days Wild. Experiences like these give children the chance to explore, be curious and develop a real connection with the world around them.”