Pupils takeover zoo to discuss issues

PUPILS from across seven of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust’s primary and secondary schools took over Chester Zoo to deliver a series of talks to members of the public about some of the most pressing issues facing the world today.

- BY ELLIOT JESSETT Local Democracy reporter

Pupils from across seven of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust's primary and secondary schools during the Chester Zoo takeover

Wowing visitors to the zoo with their impressive subject knowledge taken from the schools’ curriculums, pupils held thought-provoking conversations with the public at different animal habitats that focused on topics such as illegal wildlife trade, sustainable palm oil and how to protect coral reefs.

Understanding the importance of bees and the crucial role they play in addressing climate change, Year 5 pupils from St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Runcorn, demonstrated their knowledge by sharing how bees impact ecosystems, agriculture and biodiversity.