Rich in royal worth and valour, rich in holy Vedic lore.  Dasaratha ruled his empire in the happy days of yore.  So begins the Indian epic, the Ramayana, and so too begins our own epic journey through the rich Class 5/6 curriculum.

Gods, goddesses, mantras, yoga, meditation and the fascinating history of this magical part of our world, have woven us into an integrated whole and set our imaginations afire!

The concepts of Maya, Karma, Dharma and reincarnation have broadened our philosophical horizons and visits from local yoga teacher Emma D'Souza have stretched more than our imagination!

This wonderful main lesson was topped off by a magnificent Indian feast.  Many thanks to all the parents and caregivers that took the time to shop, chop, measure and cook with the children.  We couldn't be prouder of what they achieved.  Keep an eye out for our upcoming cookbook launch!

Meanwhile, during our focus on the ‘Wonder and Wisdom of Words’ with Renee, after writing our hymns to Agni the fire god (in order to ensure the sun is resurrected each morning), we have explored the Chinese myth in which the sun is stolen by demons and hidden in a cave, through the text ‘Bawshou Rescues the Sun’.  We have then been using our new understandings of simile, metaphor and direct speech to retell this epic tale with flair!

Thanks to our fabulous Class Carers and all the parents who have stepped up so beautifully and wholeheartedly to support us in the first five weeks of term.  We know we are in for a rich year!

Renee and Ashley