KOC DIARIES

Farming Block in Waldorf Grade 03 In Waldorf Grade 3, the Farming block is an essential part of the curriculum, reflecting the developmental stage where students begin to feel a stronger connection to the physical world and the practical aspects of life. This block is designed to give students hands-on experiences with farming, gardening and understanding the cycles of nature. The Farming block in Grade 3 ties into the larger Waldorf theme of practical learning, allowing children to experience the rhythms of nature and the practical skills needed to live in harmony with mother Earth. This also fosters a sense of responsibility toward nature, food and the effort of our farmers in producing food and develops appreciation & gratitude. Anandhi Teacher (our Grade 03 Class Teacher) says: In the farming block, the children actively participated by collecting dry leaves, wood twigs and small logs to create natural compost and fertilizer. They also dug a pit to place all the fruit peels the...

Geometry block in Waldorf Grade 06 !! In Waldorf Grade 6, the geometry block deepens students' understanding of shapes, forms, and spatial relationships, building on the foundation laid in earlier grades. The curriculum moves from freehand geometric drawing to more precise and mathematical constructions, using tools like compasses, rulers, and protractors. ---------------- Students in geometry block learn to construct basic geometric shapes such as circles, triangles, squares, and hexagons using compasses and rulers. They explore the relationships between different shapes, focusing on symmetry, balance, and proportion. Bashpika Teacher (current Grade 06 class teacher) says: We began by discussing the origins of geometry and how ancient civilizations might have used tools like ropes and shadows to measure and create geometric shapes such as circles, triangles, right angles etc. The children were fascinated to see perfect circles, something they had difficulty drawing freehand in fif...

Deepti Teacher shared a small story of her children's 3 km run as part of their preparations inter-school championship (Grade 5 Olympics)   The Grade 5 students had an exhilarating experience as they embarked on a 3km run, planned by our Physical Education teacher, Thejas sir. Children started from our Somanahalli campus and ran along the Cauvery pipeline road and back. The scenic route, which wound along the Cauvery Pipeline road was a testament to their endurance and determination. A refreshing pause by the gentle stream proved to be a revitalizing oasis, rejuvenating their spirits and propelling them forward to complete the run with unwavering enthusiasm. As they crossed the finish line, their beaming faces reflected a sense of pride and accomplishment, a true testament to the power of teamwork and perseverance. As Grade 5 children are being trained for the inter-school championship (Grade 5 Olympics) to be held this year, this 3km run was planned and executed.

Dear Parents & Teachers ,   On this special occasion of Teacher’s Day, I want to take a moment to celebrate you all, not just as learners of parenting or teaching but as future teachers and torchbearers of the Waldorf tradition. Over the past years, I have watched you engage deeply with the principles of Steiner education, approaching each concept with openness, curiosity, and a desire to understand education of children in the light of spiritual science , in its truest sense: as a journey that nurtures the whole being—body, soul, and spirit.   Being a Waldorf teacher is a calling like no other. No different is it being a Waldorf parent. It asks for more than just an academic understanding of subjects or a tick-box type of parenting; it requires us to see the child as a spiritual being and to embrace our own inner development. In our PTMs, we haven’t merely been discussing parenting techniques or curriculum models. We’ve been walking together on a path of self-awareness, d...