CHILDREN from primary schools across Wirral became investigators for a special history project.

'Discover Birkenhead' was a chance for year five pupils to learn about the history of the school as well as Birkenhead and its community.

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Actors and teachers dressed in authentic costumesat Birkenhead School  (above) to give the children realistic snippets of history from historical figures such as John Laird and Andrew Irvine, to a ghost from the war.

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Pupils learn history of the school

The children were given four investigations focussing on finding out about Birkenhead Park, the impact of World War I and II, famous people from the town area.

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Actor gives pupils a sense of history at Birkenhead Park School

Among those taking part was year five pupil Harvey from Mersey Park Primary.

He said: "The event was really good because we learnt lots of facts about Birkenhead.

"It was fascinating to learn about the school and I am now thinking of coming to BPS."

The event was organised by the school's year seven team as part of its schools Primary Liaison work.

Head of Year 7, Miss Evans said: "The children always have a fantastic time and we put a lot of preparation and effort into making it an exciting as well as educational morning for the children.

"They always leave with smiles on their faces and learn a lot from the visit which is great to see."

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Pupils take part in history session at Birkenhead Park School

Green room technology was also used to take pictures of pupils in costumes onto historic backdrops, something to give them a lasting memento from the day.

Nathan, from Mersey Park Primary said: "It has been really interesting and I have learnt all about the park and who created it."

Macy from The Priory Primary said: "I have had a really good time, the actors were really funny and I have learnt a lot.

"I really enjoyed the green screen and seeing everyone dressed up."

Ten schools took part in 'Discover Birkenhead' at The Birkenhead Park School over a four day period.

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Pupil makes use of Green room technology for historical photograph

Ms Sanders from Bedford Drive Primary said: "What a fantastic learning opportunity for the children to find out about the history of their local area.

"The staff and students from The Birkenhead Park School were enthusiastic and charismatic and we all learnt a lot, thank you!"

The Birkenhead Park School is a forward thinking school with a focus on high academic standards and traditional values and is very proud of its historical roots.

Primary schools taking part in the event were:

  • Mersey Park Primary
  • The Priory Primary 
  • Egremont Primary 
  • Bedford Drive Primary
  • Riverside Primary
  • Bidston Village Primary
  • Christchurch Primary 
  • Portland Primary 
  • Bidston Avenue Primary
  • Woodlands Primary.