Page 20 • The HERALD • 2nd April 2026 v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v S H PLASTERING Contact Sam on 07896 830160 No Job is Too Small! Local • Reliable Service Internal & External Decorating Wallpapering & Dustless Sanding FULLY INSURED PROFESSIONAL PAINTER & DECORATOR MARK 1 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE To advertise your business in The Herald, contact Sue on 023 8084 0815 or email: sjones@herald-publishing.co.uk LIFT NEW FOREST STUDENTS TAKE LEARNING TO THE STREETS OF PARIS Students from Li New Forest have returned from a memorable trip to Paris, where they explored its famous landmarks while deepening their understanding of French language, culture and history. e trip began with a visit to a First World War memorial and battle eld, where they walked through a preserved trench and re ected on the realities of con ict. e group then travelled on to Paris, visiting the Château de Versailles and exploring its grand state rooms, royal apartments and expansive gardens. ey also experienced the atmosphere of a traditional French market and enjoyed local cuisine. A change in river conditions meant a planned boat cruise on the Seine could not go ahead, but the group instead travelled to the top of the Ei el Tower earlier than scheduled. e itinerary also included visits to the Stade de France, the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre, Place de la Concorde, the Musée d’Orsay and the Louvre courtyard with its iconic glass pyramid. On their nal evening, they visited the Arc de Triomphe and the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior before returning to see the Ei el Tower illuminated at night one last time. The visit provided valuable opportunities to practise French in real-life situations while gaining first-hand experience of key historical and cultural landmarks. Educational visits such as this form a key part of the school’s enrichment Giving students the opportunity to use their language skills in context and engage directly with European history helps make their education both meaningful and memorable.” Lift New Forest students on the ferry to France Students getting into the French spirit programme, helping broaden horizons and bring classroom learning to life. Rob Forder, Principal of Li New Forest, said: “Trips like this create memories our students will never forget. They came home full of stories, having shared experiences At the Stade de France that will stay with them for years to come. Seeing language, culture and history come alive beyond the classroom deepens understanding and builds confidence in a way textbooks alone simply can’t.” Karl Sampson, Regional Education Director for Li Schools, said: “Experiences like this show the real value of learning beyond the classroom.
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