Y6 pupils enjoyed an Indian Cookery workshop with our school caterers, Aspens, where they were able to immerse themselves in the traditions, tastes and smells of Indian cooking to support their current topic, ‘Asia’. They had a fantastic morning and the finished result of Cauliflower, Potato and Chickpea curry smelt amazing!

Mr Mandair and India spoke to all of the Year 3 cohort this morning about  what it means to be a Sikh. They explained Sikhs are constantly learning and open to learning and that they are ‘seekers of the truth’.  The Sikh faith began around 1500 CE, when Guru Nanak began teaching a faith that was quite distinct from Hinduism and Islam.Mr Mandair spoke about what middle names Sikhs have and how they have a belief in equality. We reflected on the fact that this is an important principle in school too.

India shared with the children a key greeting - God is the truth! (“Sat Sri Akal”)  She also talked about how important meditation is for Sikhs and that it is important to be truthful, humble and that you work hard. Another important belief is the importance of sharing your time, talent and wealth and that serving others is vital. We were shown what happens during a baptism (taking Amrit) and the children also learned about the 5 ‘K’s.

On Monday, we went to the houses of Parliament. When we got to the train station we got on our first train which was 20 minutes. Then, we went on the tube. It was a give minute walk to Parliament. We then waited outside and ate our snack because we couldn't eat or drink inside. We were all given a lanyard and then went through security. We watched a film about how Parliament has evolved that was projected across the room's walls. Then, we were given headphones and a voice box to make sure we could hear our tour guided at all times. We went to the House of Lords and Commons as well as the robing room and the great hall which had been bombed in the 1900s. In the great hall there were loads of famous people's plaques. Then, we took a picture. We had lunch in London and walked around and then went home.

Y6 pupils enjoyed an Indian Cookery workshop with our school caterers, Aspens, where they were able to immerse themselves in the traditions, tastes and smells of Indian cooking to support their current topic, ‘Asia’. They had a fantastic morning and the finished result of Cauliflower, Potato and Chickpea curry smelt amazing!

Mr Mandair and India spoke to all of the Year 3 cohort this morning about  what it means to be a Sikh. They explained Sikhs are constantly learning and open to learning and that they are ‘seekers of the truth’.  The Sikh faith began around 1500 CE, when Guru Nanak began teaching a faith that was quite distinct from Hinduism and Islam.Mr Mandair spoke about what middle names Sikhs have and how they have a belief in equality. We reflected on the fact that this is an important principle in school too.

India shared with the children a key greeting - God is the truth! (“Sat Sri Akal”)  She also talked about how important meditation is for Sikhs and that it is important to be truthful, humble and that you work hard. Another important belief is the importance of sharing your time, talent and wealth and that serving others is vital. We were shown what happens during a baptism (taking Amrit) and the children also learned about the 5 ‘K’s.

Y6 pupils enjoyed an Indian Cookery workshop with our school caterers, Aspens, where they were able to immerse themselves in the traditions, tastes and smells of Indian cooking to support their current topic, ‘Asia’. They had a fantastic morning and the finished result of Cauliflower, Potato and Chickpea curry smelt amazing!

Mr Mandair and India spoke to all of the Year 3 cohort this morning about  what it means to be a Sikh. They explained Sikhs are constantly learning and open to learning and that they are ‘seekers of the truth’.  The Sikh faith began around 1500 CE, when Guru Nanak began teaching a faith that was quite distinct from Hinduism and Islam.Mr Mandair spoke about what middle names Sikhs have and how they have a belief in equality. We reflected on the fact that this is an important principle in school too.

India shared with the children a key greeting - God is the truth! (“Sat Sri Akal”)  She also talked about how important meditation is for Sikhs and that it is important to be truthful, humble and that you work hard. Another important belief is the importance of sharing your time, talent and wealth and that serving others is vital. We were shown what happens during a baptism (taking Amrit) and the children also learned about the 5 ‘K’s.

On Monday, we went to the houses of Parliament. When we got to the train station we got on our first train which was 20 minutes. Then, we went on the tube. It was a give minute walk to Parliament. We then waited outside and ate our snack because we couldn't eat or drink inside. We were all given a lanyard and then went through security. We watched a film about how Parliament has evolved that was projected across the room's walls. Then, we were given headphones and a voice box to make sure we could hear our tour guided at all times. We went to the House of Lords and Commons as well as the robing room and the great hall which had been bombed in the 1900s. In the great hall there were loads of famous people's plaques. Then, we took a picture. We had lunch in London and walked around and then went home.

Y6 pupils enjoyed an Indian Cookery workshop with our school caterers, Aspens, where they were able to immerse themselves in the traditions, tastes and smells of Indian cooking to support their current topic, ‘Asia’. They had a fantastic morning and the finished result of Cauliflower, Potato and Chickpea curry smelt amazing!

Mr Mandair and India spoke to all of the Year 3 cohort this morning about  what it means to be a Sikh. They explained Sikhs are constantly learning and open to learning and that they are ‘seekers of the truth’.  The Sikh faith began around 1500 CE, when Guru Nanak began teaching a faith that was quite distinct from Hinduism and Islam.Mr Mandair spoke about what middle names Sikhs have and how they have a belief in equality. We reflected on the fact that this is an important principle in school too.

India shared with the children a key greeting - God is the truth! (“Sat Sri Akal”)  She also talked about how important meditation is for Sikhs and that it is important to be truthful, humble and that you work hard. Another important belief is the importance of sharing your time, talent and wealth and that serving others is vital. We were shown what happens during a baptism (taking Amrit) and the children also learned about the 5 ‘K’s.