Footbaths and WW2 German bunker helping keep Guernsey pupils cool

The island is scattered with hundreds of German fortifications built while it was occupied during World War Two.

The children had since been “nipping down” for short cool-off periods, said Judd, with a lesson also taking place in the unusual setting.

She said a Year 5 teacher had suggested the footbath idea and the children “just love it” with one saying it was the “best day in Year 5 ever”.

Judd said: “I mean, we’ve taken them on French residentials, we’ve given them so many experiences, but sticking your feet in a bucket of water is obviously the best thing ever!”

Beatrix, nine, said of the footbaths: “It’s better to keep cool when I’m working and it makes me concentrate more.”

Anna, 10, added: “It’s a bit strange when someone says ‘we’re going to put our feet cold water’ – but it has helped.”

Harry, 10, said the footbaths were “helping a lot”, while Ava, 10, said she was pleased they were also allowed to bring fans to school.