--- title: "Year 3- History-Why did Tudor children work and what was it like?" url: "https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2024-02-01-year-3-history-why-did-tudor-children-work-and-what-was-it-like" school: "St Barnabas Primary School, A Church of England Academy" --- We are holding a number of open days for children due to start primary school in September 2027. Please see our admissions page for further details. Everyone welcome! # Year 3- History-Why did Tudor children work and what was it like? ![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/images/news/activitymore-7943186B-371E-4BAA-B214-3F9EF11AF88B.png) 1 February 2024 This afternoon, the young historians delved into the Tudor era, exploring the lives and working conditions of that time. The children were amazed by the differences in daily life. Girls didn't attend school; instead, they assisted with household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and looking after younger siblings. Meanwhile, boys often apprenticed with blacksmiths, learning to craft tools, horseshoes, and more using metals to bring money for the family. They often worked long hours often cramped and uncomfortable environments. They weren't privileged to attend school as we do, and their toys and clothes were simpler. Despite these differences, they still found ways to have fun and enjoy their time like us! ![](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/images/news/activitymore-7943186B-371E-4BAA-B214-3F9EF11AF88B.png) [Year 3](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/year-3) [History](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/history) [![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/imagecache/100x100c/news/IMG_0496.jpeg)](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2024-01-31-year-4-english-debate) Previous ### [Year 4 - English: Debate](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2024-01-31-year-4-english-debate) [![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/imagecache/100x100c/news/activitymore-0CB76F8E-8A04-4281-A3DF-549748E3D84F.png)](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2024-02-02-year-3-reading-a-live-reading-session-with-jane-considine) Next ### [Year 3- Reading- A live reading session with Jane Considine](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2024-02-02-year-3-reading-a-live-reading-session-with-jane-considine) ### Personal Development - [News](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news) - [Events](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/events) - [Photo Gallery](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/photo-gallery-category/our-gallery) - [Calendar](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/calendar) - [School Council](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/school-council) - [Attendance](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/attendance) - [Fundraising](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/fundraising) - [Extra Curricular Clubs](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/clubs) - [Little Leaders](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/little-leaders) - [Visits and Visitors](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/visits-and-visitors) - [British Values](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/british-values) - [Protected Characteristics](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/protected-characteristics) ##### Location Knowlesly Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2JA ##### Contact Us 01254 702996 ##### Stay Connected - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stbarnabasce/) - [X](https://twitter.com/stbarnabasce) © Copyright 2021–2026 St Barnabas Primary School, A Church of England Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)