By Mr Nick Martin, Assistant Head of Junior School Learning and Teaching

"What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make." — Jane Goodall

This week marked the culmination of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) through the Year 6 Exhibition. The PYP Exhibition is an in-depth, collaborative, and student-led inquiry into issues that matter in our world. This year, our Year 6 students explored the overarching concept of 'Play your part,' working to understand the power of a shared goal and the role individuals play in making a positive difference in the world.

The Exhibition was a wonderful celebration of both the process and the final product of learning. The students articulated their knowledge and understanding with skill to an audience that included students, teachers, and parents from across the Radford community, as well as teachers from other PYP schools in the ACT.

This collaborative process would not have been possible without the guidance of the teaching staff. Year 6 classroom teachers, supported by our Student Support and Enrichment team, expertly guided students throughout the journey, while our Specialist Teachers enriched the experience through their subject expertise. Mentors from both the Junior and Secondary School also provided valuable input at key points.

Finally, a heartfelt congratulations to the Year 6 students of 2024. This year’s Exhibition was truly outstanding. The students demonstrated knowledge, passion, empathy, creativity, and a sense of hope. It will be an Exhibition to remember for many years to come!