Year 3 adventurers discover nature’s way to clean water!

Yesterday, our Year 3 St Dominic the Adventurer’s Award students stepped into the great outdoors for a hands-on science and sustainability session that was both educational and inspiring. The focus was to create clean water using natural materials like stones, sand and leaves – just as explorers and communities around the world might do when fresh water isn’t easily available.

The session began with a simple question: ‘How can we clean dirty water using only what nature gives us?’ With curiosity in their eyes and teamwork in their hearts, the students worked together to build their own mini water filters using recycled plastic bottles and layers of natural materials.

The children poured muddy water through their filters and watched in amazement as clearer water trickled out the bottom. While not safe to drink yet, the transformation was a powerful lesson in science, sustainability and survival skills. The session was filled with laughter, problem-solving and moments of awe. Students shared ideas, adjusted their filters and celebrated each success, showing that learning outdoors brings out the best in young minds.

Just as St Dominic journeyed with purpose and faith, our Year 3 adventurers took steps toward understanding the world and their role in it. This session reminded us that even small actions, such as filtering water, can lead to significant discoveries.