There’s no dispute to the fact that field trips are essential during the formative years, not only because they are a welcome break in the routine for both students and teachers, but also because they can be a fun educational experience for everyone involved.

Students of grade 7 visited the organic homestead farm, “Daily Greens” Vattappilly Estate, located in Vandipetta on 4th and 5th February 2016.  The owner of Daily Greens, Mr. Jaques escorted the children and explained interesting details to the children. They were shown how the PH level of water was tested. They were shown how bio degradable waste was converted into compost and the necessity of using natural fertilizers was stressed upon. The children were fascinated by the domestic animals on the farm such as goats, bulls, ducks, hens and fish. The students were also riveted by some interesting facts on beehive keeping.

The trip ended on a sweet note with the children tasting the organic and delicious bananas grown on the farm.