--- title: Democracy in action! Year 6 visit the Houses of Parliament description: Year 6 visited London last week and experienced firsthand how democracy works at the Houses of Parliament. image: https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(47).jpg --- [![Black left aligned RHS GDST logo](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/logos/Black%20left%20aligned%20RHS%20GDST%20logo.png?width=215&height=100&name=Black%20left%20aligned%20RHS%20GDST%20logo.png "Black left aligned RHS GDST logo")](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [Back to Main Site](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [![Redmaids' High School](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Redmaids_High_School_April2021/images/mobile-logo.png?width=270&height=472&name=mobile-logo.png "Redmaids' High School")](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [Back to Main Site](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [\< Back to Blog](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) # Democracy in action! Year 6 visit the Houses of Parliament   ![Untitled design (48)-1](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(48)-1.jpg?width=658&height=494&name=Untitled%20design%20(48)-1.jpg) Year 6 pupils have been inspired to consider how laws are made in the UK and the role of the government in parliament during their citizenship sessions this term. Their learning was brought to life whilst watching a live parliamentary debate, touring of the House of Commons and participating in a workshop.   We were hoping to meet our local MP, Darren Jones, who was in residence but not available. We left him a ‘green slip’ and await his response. Watch this space!  In step with our citizenship studies, the girls have been learning about the geography of London, its landmarks, population and land use. At the Cenotaph, we learned about women's contributions in WWII, and walking past Horse Guards Parade was a firm favourite. Despite being in the city, the girls learned that green spaces were a feature, pausing in St James’ Park themselves for a rest and well-earned ice cream.  The whole day offered an opportunity to locate famous landmarks and linked beautifully with a firsthand experience and insight into how parliament and democracy works at the Houses of Parliament. No London tour would be complete without a photo opportunity with Big Ben. We will certainly be visiting again!          Date Posted: 22 October, 2025 [Share](http://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/democracy-in-action-year-6-visit-the-houses-of-parliament) ## Articles for: Junior ![Work has begun on The Lawns at Cribbs Causeway | Redmaids' High School](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/The%20Lawns%202-450_th.jpg?width=770&name=The%20Lawns%202-450_th.jpg) **Work has begun on The Lawns at Cribbs Causeway | Redmaids' High School** Date Posted: 21 April, 2021 READ MORE ![Year 6 win Hockey Tournament | Redmaids' High School](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/U11A-450_th.jpg?width=770&name=U11A-450_th.jpg) **Year 6 win Hockey Tournament | Redmaids' High School** Date Posted: 21 November, 2019 READ MORE ![Junior hockey success](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/UserFiles/Images/NewsImages/Gwen%20and%20Phoebe-450.th.jpg?637618574660000000) **Junior hockey success** Date Posted: 8 July, 2021 Many congratulations to Gwen (pictured left) and Phoebe, both aged 11 who have been selected for the U14 Avon Hockey... 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