Framlinghamian 2023 - Flipbook - Page 18
SPIRIT OF INQUIRY
Within their Humanities curriculum, Year 6
and mindfulness, prompting a deeper
studied Buddhism and during the Summer
understanding of the importance of
Term they delved into the rich and diverse
balance and peace in our fast-paced
world of Buddhist traditions, teachings,
world. As they worked together, they not
and practices. The children explored
only honed their teamwork skills but also
concepts such as meditation, karma, and
embraced the meditative aspect of the
the Noble Eightfold Path.
activity.
Linking the profound and enduring
From religion to politics. In November,
presence of Buddhism in Japan and its
Politics pupils embarked on an
in昀氀uence on the country’s way of life,
unforgettable experience as they visited
the Year 6 children were encouraged
the set of a live episode of BBC Question
to use the serenity of the Prep School
Time, held at Snape Maltings, where
grounds and embark on a unique and
they had the privilege of witnessing the
contemplative journey to build their own
renowned presenter, Fiona Bruce, in
Japanese Zen gardens.
action.
This hands-on project allowed the
This excursion provided an opportunity for
children to tap into their creativity
our pupils to observe the inner workings of
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