STUDENTS from Queen Elizabeth’s School in Crediton visited the Bay of Naples during the autumn half-term holidays.

The group of 30 enjoyed a “packed itinerary” over five days, which included climbing Mount Vesuvius, exploring the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and sampling fried pizza in Naples.

A highlight of the trip was a visit to Tenuta Vannulo Buffalo Mozzarella Farm, in which students learned how authentic mozzarella is produced and had a chance to taste the famous cheese.

“This was a fantastic opportunity for students to learn beyond the classroom and experience one of the world’s most fascinating regions,” QE Headteacher Paula Smith said.

“Trips like this help broaden horizons and create memories they’ll carry with them for years.”

Ted Wragg Trust CEO Moira Marder added: “At the Ted Wragg Trust, we are committed to providing young people with opportunities that offer a deeper understanding of the world and their place in it.

“This was a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about different cultures, explore historic sites and of course sample some of the world’s best pizza.”

In March, QE students visited the European Parliament in Strasbourg. They had the chance to take part in a “Euroscola” session, stepping into the shoes of a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) for a day, engaging in debates, negotiations and voting on real European issues.

QE is a secondary school for ages 11 to 18 and was founded in 1547. Converted into an academy in 2011, it has 1,200 pupils.

It has two campuses in Crediton: the lower school is located at Barnfield, and the upper school at Western Road.

QE belongs to the Ted Wragg Trust, which has as many as 18 Devon schools and 15,500 students under its umbrella.