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Testimonials
Bringing History to Life beyond the Classroom
Here are some of the comments and feedback from teachers and parents that Tastes Of History has received over the last decade or so about our School History Days:​​
2013
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I was walking behind some school children who were raving about the day they spent with Mark for a Roman day. They were so enthusiastic that I thought it would be a good idea if we had you for a Roman day at our school.
Karen, Olive Hill Primary School, Dudley
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2014
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The children are still buzzing about their brilliant experience...
Felicity, St Bartholomew’s CE (VC) School, Longnor
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Dear Mrs Tayler, Just a quick mail to say how much Max loved the talk this week with your visiting historian. He hasn’t stopped talking about it since, and has been madly reading his books on the Romans. He did a fantastic job, so if you get the chance to give him any feedback please let him know. Imagination fully fired up on all things Roman! Thanks for giving them such fun days at school! Lynn
Email from a parent to the Headteacher at Cottingham Primary School
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I wanted to write to thank you for a great day on Monday this week - not only did the kids enjoy it, but we as staff learned a lot! Your love for the topic is obvious and despite the fact that the children had completed the topic this term, they remained engrossed throughout what was a long day. I certainly wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to any school studying the Romans.
Tim, Year 4, Nelson Mandela School, Sparkbrook
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2015
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I just wanted to let you know that we thought our Roman visitor yesterday was fantastic! The children thoroughly enjoyed the day and parents have told me their children continued to rave about it into the evening! Thanks again.
Corina, Year 5 & 6, Loseley Fields Primary School, Godalming
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2016
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Fantastic, thank you very much, and once again thank you for an awesome workshop - the children loved it!
Hannah, Year 5, Wibsey Primary School, Bradford
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Thanks Mark, the children all had a great day and excitedly shared what they had learnt. Thanks for all your time and effort - you deserved a rest after that! Best wishes.
Monica, Year 4, St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School, Shevington, Wigan
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2018
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Hi Mark, Just to say Thank You once again for yesterday! The children went home full of joy and wonder and can't wait to delve into the Romans again. Class lessons and pupil participation will have deeper meaning. Best wishes.
Lee-Anne, Year 4, Fakenham Junior School, Fakenham
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2019
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Dear Mark and Jill, thank you once again for your amazing workshop. The children were really enthusiastic and have learned so much! They were talking about things all of yesterday too and are producing some lovely work!
Fleur, Year 4, Greet Primary School, Birmingham
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Our children thoroughly enjoyed their Roman workshop last week! It was absolutely brilliant, and they learnt so much about their new topic. Hopefully see you again next year!
Rachel, Year 4, Rednal Hill Junior School, Birmingham
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I just wanted to pass on a big thank you for the World War 2 stunning start that as delivered at The Hills Academy. The children loved it and from the looks of the photos, it was a great day!
Matthew, Year 6, The Hills Academy, Bedford
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2020
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Thanks so much for the workshop yesterday. It was pitched perfectly and the children have not stopped talking about how much they enjoyed it!
Georgia, Year 1, Yerbury Primary School, London
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Hi Mark, thank you so much for today. The children loved it and it was the perfect mix of information and fun! We will definitely consider you for our next topic. We've already had parent feedback about how much the children enjoyed the day!
Jo, Years 3 & 4, English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy, Long Eaton
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2022
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I just wanted to say thank you for yesterday. I know with the group being so young it wasn’t the easiest audience but they loved it. One little boy said it was “the best day ever” and my son who was also there said when he grows up he wants to be a Roman teacher just like “Sir Teachalot”. They had a wonderful day and us teachers learnt a lot too!
Anna, Cheam School (Pre-Prep), Headley, Newbury
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Thank you so much for a fantastic day! You did an amazing job - very informative, engaging and entertaining - an extremely impressive one man show! We all loved it.
Genevieve, The Harrodian School, Barnes, London
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I just wanted to pass on our thanks for another fantastic day that the children thoroughly enjoyed. Mark (who was our actor last time too!) was great with the children and they were really engaged with the activities. Mark was very flexible and worked around us. Thanks again.
Sam, Elson Infant School, Gosport
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Please pass on our thanks for a fantastic workshop today at Park! Year 5 and 6 absolutely loved it and we've had some lovely feedback from children and parents already. The children were fascinated, amused and engaged all day.
Amy, Year 6, Park School, Bournemouth
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