PRAISE FOR
RACING TO SCHOOL
“"I was surprised of what hard work it is and the jobs they do is mostly about maths and I now know why maths is so important."”
Lucy Owen, Helsby Primary School
“I like the way you made me more confident at maths. I have never been confident before.”
Jasmine, Helsby Hillside Primary School
“I now love horseracing and want to be a jockey.”
Jessica
aged 11 years
“A very worthwhile activity, I could assess what the children knew and have come away with new teaching ideas”
E.Watson
St. Nicholas Dereham
“Nothing but praise... nice resources... lots of stories and interesting facts... A brilliant learning experience.”
Crooksbarn Primary School
Sedgefield
“A fun interesting day doing maths problems. It was a good experience, thanks”
Maisie
aged 12 years, Tenbury High school
“A wonderful day for pupils and staff. We all enjoyed every minute of it.”
Mavis Pateman
Mary Hare School, Newbury
“The best school trip I have been on.”
Sam
aged 13 years
“...it was good to see the practical ways in which maths is used.”
Liam Beddall
aged 14 years
“It has widened my understanding of the importance of maths in later life.”
Holly
aged 14 years
“Lots of these children come from low income families who never or rarely experience days out.”
Brayton C of E Primary School
Pontefract
“I knew nothing about the industry before the day.”
Gill Woodman
Felpham CC, Brighton
“Very enjoyable... Surprised I’ve never taken advantage of such a great racecourse on my doorstep”
Jack Nicholson, 13 years old
Esher CofE High School, Sandown
“A very interesting and interactive day for pupils and staff.”
Sarah Sexton
Hardenhuish, Bath
“A very enjoyable event for pupils and staff. The right balance of maths, real world applications and fun”
Stuat Hofmann
Warlingham School, Linfield
“It was fun and enjoyable. I liked the weighing room. I liked 'the hot' to release your weight.”
Harminda
aged 10 years