News Primary
13 August 2026
Our Year 1 students stepped into the past this week during a special history incursion named “The Past in Our Classroom” that brought their learning to life.
The classroom came alive as students discovered what everyday life was like for children many years ago. They learnt about how children went to school, what they used for their learning, the games they played and how different daily life was compared with today.
Our young historians were fascinated to discover that children once wrote on slate boards, with ink, followed very strict classroom rules and had far fewer holidays. They also learnt that children had many responsibilities at home and were often expected to help with chores from a young age.
Through stories, demonstrations and plenty of opportunities to ask questions, our students enjoyed comparing life in the past with their own experiences today. It was wonderful to see their curiosity and surprise as they discovered just how much everyday life has changed.
A big thank you to our wonderful facilitators and the Year 1 team for creating such an engaging and memorable learning experience for our students.