Students quizzed their local MP on issues ranging from assisted dying to climate change during a visit designed to bring national politics into the classroom.
Pupils at Teign School were given the opportunity to question MP Martin Wrigley during a visit that included classroom discussions, a tour of key student support facilities and meetings with the school’s student council.
The visit also marked a return to the school for Rebecca Jones, a member of Mr Wrigley’s staff and a former pupil whose interest in politics first developed while studying at the school.
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During the visit, Mr Wrigley toured areas including the school’s nurture rooms, REACH and The Nest, before observing lessons including GCSE citizenship.
Students later took part in a question-and-answer session with the MP, raising topics such as assisted dying, violence against women and girls, lowering the voting age and climate change.
The discussions formed part of a wider programme designed to help pupils connect their academic studies with real-world civic engagement.
Mr Wrigley also visited A-level criminology and sociology lessons before finishing the visit in the school’s careers centre, where students explored university pathways and potential career opportunities.
Lucie Wagner, head of school at Teign School, said: “We are thrilled to have hosted Martin Wrigley and to see our students engaging so confidently with important social and political issues.”
Lucie added: “Visits like this bring learning to life and inspire our young people to think critically about the world around them.”
Matthew Shanks, chief executive officer of Education South West, said: “It is fantastic to see students connecting classroom learning with real-world politics.”
Matthew added: “Teign School continues to provide opportunities for pupils to explore their interests and develop the skills they need to make a positive impact in their communities.”
