As part of the G28 expedition “Another Brick in the Wall’ which has the guiding question ‘“How are structures important in helping us to explain our world?”, we have organised some Human and art fieldwork to Byker Wall on Monday 18th September.
The fieldwork has the learning target: I can explain the significance of Byker Wall to the Byker community.
As part of the visit, students will listen to experts to gain an understanding of the importance of Byker Wall to Newcastle and how it has supported a thriving community.
Students will be able to build on their experience at I, Daniel Blake by seeing the context in which it was set and develop their understanding of the welfare state further.
In art, students have been studying artist Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen. Konttinen has photographed the Byker community from the 1970s-2010s capturing the change in landscape. Students will also have the opportunity to work with architects who have renovated the original design. They will also draw inspiration from Byker Wall to inform their own final product piece.
Students will leave at 8.45 from school and return at 3.00pm. Students will need a to bring a packed lunch. If your child receives free school meals we will provide one. Students will need their normal school kit and comfortable shoes. Currently the weather forecast suggests some light rain showers so please make sure your child brings a rain jacket.
Rebecca Jones