*** P4/P5 Trip to Neary Nógs ***

Mr Doyle’s P4/P5 class enjoyed an engaging and educational trip to Neary Nógs Chocolate Makers as part of their World Around Us topic on Chocolate. The visit provided pupils with a valuable opportunity to see first‑hand how chocolate is made, from raw ingredients to the finished product, bringing their classroom learning to life.

During the visit, the children learned about where cocoa beans come from, how they are processed, and the journey chocolate takes before it reaches the shops. Pupils were introduced to key stages of chocolate production and gained an understanding of the care, skill and equipment involved in creating high‑quality handmade chocolate. 

The experience helped deepen their knowledge of food production, materials, and change—key elements of their topic.

The class showed great enthusiasm, curiosity, and excellent behaviour throughout the trip. They asked thoughtful questions, listened carefully to explanations, and fully engaged in the activities on offer. The highlight for many pupils was seeing the chocolate-making process up close and, of course, sampling some delicious chocolate at the end of the visit.

This trip was a fantastic example of learning beyond the classroom, supporting the World Around Us curriculum while also encouraging teamwork, real‑world understanding, and active learning. A big thank you to the staff at Neary Nógs for warmly welcoming the class and making it such an enjoyable and memorable experience.

Nearynogs Artisan Chocolate