PUPILS from Goodrich Primary School made the most of the spring sunshine during a memorable hands-on educational visit to Lewstone Farm at Ganarew near Monmouth, where the children experienced the sights, sounds and smells of a working farm.

One of the biggest highlights of the day was the chance for pupils to bottle-feed young lambs.

Excitement filled the air as each child eagerly took turns, carefully feeding the hungry youngsters and watching them bound around the pens.

Both children and teachers agreed that this close-up experience with the animals, thanks to the Herbert family, was not only great fun but it will be something they’ll remember for a long time.

The bright spring weather also set the scene for learning about how plants grow and thrive.

Pupils discovered how a tiny seed begins its journey by putting down roots into the soil, before growing stems and leaves that stretch towards the sunlight.

They learned how plants use sunlight and water to make their own food, helping everything in the countryside burst into life at this time of year.

Seeing this process in action around the farm made the lesson even more exciting and real.

In the barns, children met the farm’s cattle and learned all about what they eat and how they are looked after.

The farmer shared his knowledge about feeding and caring for the animals, giving pupils a real insight into daily farm life.

Out in the fields, the group visited sheep grazing peacefully with their lambs, enjoying the fresh spring grass.

Staff from Goodrich Primary School praised the Herberts for their warm welcome and for creating such an enjoyable and engaging day.

The visit not only supported classroom learning about life cycles but also sparked curiosity, laughter and a deeper appreciation for the countryside.