From the Garden to Table:
Learning in Action
Healthy Afternoon Tea
On Friday 27 March, our Year 2 students welcomed parents to their Signature Event, a Healthy Afternoon Tea, marking the culmination of a term of learning about what it means to live well. From understanding the importance of sleep and exercise to exploring balanced nutrition and a healthy mind, students brought their learning to life in a thoughtful and hands-on way.
Working collaboratively, they prepared a menu of nourishing options, from fruit skewers and vegetable sticks with hummus to yoghurt cups, sandwiches and homemade muffins. Each element reflected their growing understanding of the nutrients our bodies need to thrive, turning learning into something both practical and shared.
More than anything, the afternoon was a celebration of connection. Students took pride in hosting their families, serving what they had created and enjoying the experience together:
“My favourite part was when we served the food to our parents and then we could eat it, too!” – Audrey
“I liked when my mum and dad were so full because the food was so yummy!” – Alivia
“I liked cutting the food in the kitchen before the afternoon arrived.” – Ariah
“I liked serving the parents by using the menus we made.” – Nathan
A Beekeeper Visit from our Head of Science
Learning often comes to life in the moments when students can see, touch and experience it for themselves. For our ELC students, this came through a recent visit from beekeeper and Head of Science, Mrs Macfarlane, as part of their exploration of mini beasts.
Through hands-on experiences, students were introduced to the important role bees play in pollination and the natural production of honey and beeswax. They explored hive structure, learnt about different types of bees and even discovered the intricacies of the “honey dance”.
From handling honeycomb and smelling beeswax candles to tasting fresh honey from the hive, the experience engaged all the senses. It was a powerful way to deepen understanding, with students finishing the session with a growing awareness of the role bees play in our environment.