The students in Class 4MJ took a giant leap into the future this week, swapping traditional textbooks for cutting-edge technology. Using Virtual Reality (VR) headsets, our Year 4 pupils embarked on an immersive journey inside the human body to bring their science curriculum to life.

The session focused on two of the body's most complex frameworks: the skeletal system and the digestive system. Rather than simply looking at diagrams on a screen or page, the VR experience allowed students to "walk" through the human torso, observing how organs function in real-time and how our bones provide the essential structure for movement.

The immersive technology provided a unique perspective on the journey food takes through the body and the intricate way our 206 bones connect to protect our vital organs.

High Engagement and Immersive Learning

The excitement in the classroom was palpable, with students "loving every minute" of the digital expedition. By using immersive technology, the school aims to boost engagement and help students visualize complex biological processes that are otherwise difficult to see.