Understanding Religions

Students in Year 6 are currently involved in exploring Jewish High Holy Days including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Passover.  This has proven to be both interesting and fascinating to the children, building on their knowledge of Judaism established in previous years.

The study of Judaism and Islam, together with other world religions including Buddhism and Hinduism, provides an opportunity for students to explore the relationships between religion and society.  It introduces students to the connections and differences between religions, encouraging a dialogue between understanding our own beliefs and those of others.  Through these interactions, students are able to build their capacity to be active and informed citizens within their local and global communities.

Megan Mahoney
Assistant to the Principal Formation & Identity