STUDENTS from Teign School in Kingsteignton got the chance to quiz their MP during a visit.

Newton Abbot MP Martin Wrigley met students during the visit designed to showcase school life and give students the opportunity to engage directly with their local representative.

The visit was made even more meaningful by the return of Rebecca Jones, a member of Mr Wrigley’s staff and Teign alumna, whose passion for politics was first nurtured during her time at the school.

Mr Wrigley’s itinerary included a guided tour of the school’s nurture rooms, REACH and The Nest, classroom visits including a GCSE Citizenship lesson, and a Q&A session with the Student Council.

A school spokesman said: ‘Students asked thought-provoking questions on issues such as assisted dying, violence against women and girls, lowering the voting age, and climate change, sparking lively discussion.

‘The visit provided an inspiring and memorable experience for students, highlighting the value of combining academic learning with practical engagement in civic life.’

The visit also included stops in A Level Criminology and Sociology classes, followed by the Careers Centre, where students explored university pathways and career opportunities.

Lucie Wagner, Head of School at Teign School, said: ‘We are thrilled to have hosted Martin Wrigley and to see our students engaging so confidently with important social and political issues.

‘Visits like this bring learning to life and inspire our young people to think critically about the world around them.’

Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: ‘It is fantastic to see students connecting classroom learning with real-world politics.

‘Teign School continues to provide opportunities for pupils to explore their interests and develop the skills they need to make a positive impact in their communities.’