Testimonials
A selection of comments received from schools:
“The children thoroughly enjoyed learning about the birds, and of course the highlight for the children was the flight of the birds across the school hall, and the chance to be photographed with the birds of prey.Many of the teachers at West Hill are very aware of the dangers which face many animals and birds, through the destruction of their natural habitat, and they do try to impart this concern to the children. We believe that your role in visiting schools and adopting a policy of informing children of these real dilemmas is extremely important” P.M. Hindle – West Hill CP Infants
“The children have not stopped talking about your brilliant presentation. One mother wrote in saying that her son had declared it “the best day of my life”. I have no doubt that several ornithologists were born this week thanks to you” C. Teesdale – Vinehall School, East Sussex
“All my colleagues and pupils in this school would join me in thanking you for the fascinating day you gave us yesterday. It was a unique and enthralling experience for all of us. The staff were particularly impressed with your sensitive and informative answers to the children’s questions, they were exactly at their level. We have all learnt something and will never forget the wonder of birds flying”
M. Hodgson – Woodmansterne Primary School, Surrey
“I would go so far as to say that your visit was the most exciting we have ever had and that we shall definitely be asking you to come again”
M.J. Moore – Holmewood House School – Tunbridge Wells
“I did not attend this presentation but the feedback from my colleague and the pupils was excellent – they were very excited by the close proximity of the birds of prey” British Association Youth Section
“The impact that your talk and your birds had on the children was tremendous and the follow up work reflected the considerable amount of information that they absorbed both about the birds and conservation” Headteacher – Sundridge & Brasted School - Kent
“The children were all so inspired by your sessions and in the feedback they have given it was one of their favorite days during science week”
J. Harley – St Marys & St Peters School – Teddington
“It was a wonderful session for children and adults alike. The presenter was extremely knowledgeable about what is obviously a real passion of his. His relationship with the birds was fantastic. The flying displays so close to the audience were a real show stopper.”J Mulvey - Teacher
“The children really enjoyed your talk and were fascinated by the birds – so were all the staff! To see the birds at such close quarters and to watch them fly across the hall was quite spectacular. The children could not stop talking about it. I do hope we can call you back next year”F. Pohle – Rhyl School, London NW3
“It was wonderful to be able to observe the birds at such close quarters and to be able to hold them. The children were full of it afterwards and many parents commented the next day on how much the children had enjoyed their experience”P Suytz - Dulwich College Preparatory School, Kent