Blackmoor Park Infant School
& Kindergarten
Part of The Three Saints Academy Trust
Impact Statements
At Blackmoor Park Infant School, impact statements are used to clearly demonstrate how our teaching and learning experiences support children’s progress, development, and enjoyment across the curriculum. They help us reflect on the effectiveness of what we do, showing how our trips and enrichment help our children build knowledge, skills, confidence, and curiosity.
The following statements are closely linked to the EYFS Statutory Framework and National Curriculum and include children’s voice to capture real, meaningful outcomes. They also provide valuable evidence for school improvement, staff reflection, and communication with our school committee, our families and Ofsted.
Impact Statement: Reception Visit to Martin Mere – Discovering Pond Life
Date: May 2025
As part of our topic on ponds and living things, our Reception children visited Martin Mere Wetland Centre to deepen their understanding of the natural world through first-hand experience. The visit offered rich opportunities for observation, discussion, and exploration, fully supporting the EYFS area of learning: Understanding the World.
The children were enthusiastic and curious, demonstrating early scientific thinking as they investigated pond habitats and the creatures living within them.
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Leo explained, “We worked as a team… we have to look after them.” This shows not only collaboration but also an emerging sense of care and environmental responsibility.
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Eliza said, “I caught two snails. Snails swim really slowly.” Her observation illustrates growing attention to detail and an ability to describe the features and behaviour of animals.
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Toby shared, “Pond skaters skate on the water… we learned that pond skaters are real.” This demonstrates a clear sense of wonder and the reinforcement of knowledge through real-life experience.
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Willem was fascinated by the life cycle of frogs, noting, “Tadpoles turn into little frogs and then big frogs.” This reflects an early grasp of growth, change, and biological development.
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Lavelle shared, “The lady taught us when we were catching things, we had to make a number 8 with the net.” She not only learned about pond creatures but also acquired a practical skill, developing her fine motor control and ability to follow instructions.
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Eden noted, “The flamingos stand on one leg – it was pink.” Her observation broadened her awareness of the wider natural environment, supporting learning about animal characteristics and habitats.
The visit had a clear and positive impact, enhancing children's scientific vocabulary, deepening their curiosity about the natural world, and strengthening their understanding of living things. Experiences like Martin Mere are invaluable in bringing learning to life, encouraging our children to explore, ask questions, and engage with the world around them.
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