Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School in Shotton Colliery is undergoing building works to construct a new nursery. Recently, workmen unearthed a one penny coin from 1928 much to the delight of the excited youngsters – including Reception pupils Mirabel and Lester, both five –who were thrilled to discover real “treasure” buried under their school.
EYFS lead Lynsey Wetherell said: “This remarkable discovery coincides with the very year our school was established, making it a piece of history that holds special significance for us.”
The special discovery of the King George V penny sparked lively conversations about life in Shotton Colliery a century ago. The children imagined the people who might have held the coin and what the local area looked like back then.
“This discovery has not only brought history to life for our students but also connected our past with our future as we continue building our nursery,” added Ms Wetherell.
“Finding such a piece of history on our school grounds is a wonderful reminder of our roots and the stories waiting to be discovered. It was a lovely reminder of the hidden stories beneath our feet, leaving everyone curious about what other treasures might still lie undiscovered!”
