Pupils took a closer look at the future of their community during a hands-on visit to a nearby construction site.
Pupils aged between eight and 10 from Crowle CE Primary School toured Spitfire Homes’ new 30-home Blackthorn development in Crowle, less than half a mile from their school.
The visit gave pupils a behind-the-scenes look at the homebuilding process, from groundworks to final touches.
The children also took part in a drawing competition to decide which traditional straw animal will decorate the thatched roof of one of the new homes, creating a chance to leave a lasting mark on the development.
Martha Abbott, headteacher at Crowle CE Primary School, said: “The event was really well organised, we were all made to feel very welcome and the kids loved it.
“It really inspired some of our pupils, and they loved the opportunity to be part of the competition to design the thatched roof decoration.
“Thank you so much for putting in such effort for our pupils, it was greatly appreciated.”
Pupils from Crowle Primary School visit the Spitfire Homes ‘Blackthorn’ development in their village (Image: Copyright Mike Sewell 2026)
Guided by the production and site managers, pupils learned about construction safety, sustainability, design, and the different roles and skills involved in housebuilding.
Dave Smith, managing director at Spitfire Homes, said: “Blackthorn is more than a collection of new homes – it’s also a learning tool for the community that has allowed us to engage with Crowle CE Primary School.
“The children growing up in this village can feel part of its growth and evolution by participating in site visits that open their eyes to the careers available in homebuilding, while promoting diversity and inclusion for the industry.”
During the visit, pupils spent time in the estate office, where they viewed a large watercolour painting by Crowle artist John Horton, who has lived in the village for more than 50 years.
The visit was arranged through the Academy of Real Assets as part of Spitfire Homes’ efforts to introduce young people to the housebuilding industry.
Earlier in the year, Year 10 pupils from Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College also toured the site.
