A group of young learners from Harrow College have recently spent a day in central London to explore the capital and discover art and culture as part of their assisted learning course.
The Level 1 Art & Design group ventured out of their familiar Harrow surroundings to embark on a creative adventure taking in various sites including visiting Trafalgar Square and its two National Galleries.
Twenty students accompanied by teaching and support staff travelled by London Underground to a beautifully sunny Trafalgar Square where they were dazzled by the buskers, street performers and the general buzz of our busy city. For many it was their first time visiting the centre of town.
The students took up a task to search for some of the world’s most famous paintings and to stand up close to millions of pounds worth of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Monet to name but a few. The research they did and the sketches they produced will go towards a major part of their ‘Exploring Drawing & Painting’ projects.
Reflecting on the day, Lizz Tattle, Foundation Learning & Entry Lecturer at Harrow College said:
“Our objective is to give our assisted learners the best experiences possible to help develop their skills and broaden their life learning opportunities. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day in London and we’ve agreed that we’ll make the effort to go back again soon so the students can explore further”.
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