--- title: "Year 5 Sound the Alarm: A Special Visit From the Fire Service!" url: "https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-20-16-02-year-5-sound-the-alarm-a-special-visit-from-the-fire-service" school: "Brookside Primary School" --- # Year 5 Sound the Alarm: A Special Visit From the Fire Service! ![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/blog/IMG_0029.jpeg) 20 May 2026 [Mr Griffiths](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/author/LukeGriffiths) [Year 5](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/category/year-5) Excitement reached fever pitch in Year 5 when the local fire service rolled onto the school grounds with a fully equipped fire engine! The children had a fantastic hands-on experience exploring the vehicle, getting a close-up look at the specialized tools, hoses, and cutting equipment used in real emergencies. A real highlight was learning all about the firefighters' protective clothing, discovering how the heavy, multi-layered tunic and trousers shield them from extreme heat and flames, while the heavy-duty boots and helmet offer vital protection. The class asked some incredibly thoughtful questions about fire safety and rescue operations, showing immense respect for our community heroes. A massive thank you to the crew for such an unforgettable, inspiring afternoon! ### Y5 fire service [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0039.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0039.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0038.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0038.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0037.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0037.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0036.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0036.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0035.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0035.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0034.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0034.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0033.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0033.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0032.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0032.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0031.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0031.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0030.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0030.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0029.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0029.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0028.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0028.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0027.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0027.jpeg) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0026.jpeg)](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/images/gallery/y5-fire-service/IMG_0026.jpeg) [Year 5](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/tag/year-5) [PSHR(S)E](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/tag/pshr-s-e) [KS2](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/citag/ks2) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/100x100c/blog/IMG_1089%5B1%5D.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-20-11-47-year-1-maths) Previous ### [Year 1 Maths](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-20-11-47-year-1-maths) [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/100x100c/blog/IMG_2718.jpeg)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-21-16-06-globetrotting-from-the-classroom-year-5-explore-the-oceans) Next ### [Globetrotting from the Classroom: Year 5 Explore the Oceans!](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2026-05-21-16-06-globetrotting-from-the-classroom-year-5-explore-the-oceans) ### School Life - [Brookside Blog ](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog) - [News](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/news) - [Events](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/events) - [Photograph Galleries ](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/photo-galleries) - [School Council](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/school-life/school-council) - [After-School Clubs ](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/school-life/after-school-clubs) - [KIDZ Club](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/school-life/kidz-club) - [Calendar](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/calendar) - [Newsletters](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/information-for-parents/newsletters-2026-2027) - [Mental Health ](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/school-life/mental-health) ##### Location Rostherne Avenue Great Sutton Cheshire CH66 2EE ##### Contact Us 0151 558 1123 ##### Stay Connected - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/brooksideprimary/) © Copyright 2014–2026 Brookside Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)