Year 6 Become Water Champions with Wessex Water!

On Friday 25th September, Year 6 welcomed Sam from Wessex Water for an eye-opening and engaging workshop all about one of our most precious resources: water.

The children were fascinated to learn about the challenges facing our water supply and the importance of using water wisely. Sam explained that, following the recent UK heatwave, our local water supply is currently being supported by water from Sherborne Castle Lake in Yeovil. This really helped the children understand that water is not an unlimited resource and that we all have a responsibility to protect it.

One of the highlights of the session was a series of exciting fair-testing investigations. Through practical demonstrations, the children discovered what happens when items that should not be flushed down toilets or washed down sinks end up in our drainage systems. They were amazed to see how so-called "flushable" products can cause serious blockages, damage equipment and lead to costly repairs.

The workshop encouraged lots of thoughtful discussion, and the children asked some fantastic questions about water conservation, pollution and how water reaches our homes. They were shocked by some of the facts they learned but left feeling empowered to make positive changes in their own lives.

By the end of the visit, Year 6 had gained a new appreciation for the clean water that we often take for granted each day. We would like to thank Sam and Wessex Water for delivering such an informative and memorable workshop. We are sure that our Year 6 pupils will be taking their water-saving messages home and helping to make a real difference within our community.

Can you be a Water Champion too? Remember: save water, only flush the 3 Ps (pee, poo and paper), and help protect our environment for the future! 💧🌍

Next Event - 12th October 2026 - Becca Rogers