Stepping into the World of Harry Potter: A Magical Trip
Magical memories were created when Year 9 students from Don Valley stepped out of the classroom and into the world of Harry Potter.
They travelled to experience the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, The Making of Harry Potter, one
of the most successful movie franchises of all time.
It was organised by Assistant Principal Becci Cooper for the Life of a Student Programme, part of Personal Development.
The group encountered the Weasley twins’ pranks throughout the tour and discovered the secrets behind
the making of the levitating cake and Harry’s flying acceptance letters. Aspiring witches and wizards
even tried their hand at making an origami howler, just like the one delivered to Ron by Mrs Weasley in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Becci said: “I think it is really important to give our students a range of experiences throughout their time at secondary school that they will remember for life.
This magical day immersed our Year 9s in the filmmaking trickery required to pull off the magical
mishaps seen in the Harry Potter film series and lots of fun was had by all. We loved the green screen experience to fly the brooms and catch a golden snitch!”
“A fabulous day was had by all. Students excelled at representing the Academy with lots of staff at the studios commenting on their politeness and behaviour.”