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For the first time, Year 5 and 6 students at �������� embarked on a transformative First Nations Immersion Tour to the Northern Territory, a unique experience that brought learning to life through connection, respect and deep engagement with culture and country. 

Travelling to the remote Top End with Red Earth, 26 students and three staff members had the rare opportunity to connect directly with Traditional Owners living on their ancestral lands. They listened to stories passed down through generations, participated in Welcome to Country ceremonies and explored cultural practices such as bush medicine making, traditional painting and spear throwing. 

“Getting our skin names helped us feel part of one big family,” one student reflected. “It shows who you’re related to and how we all connect as a community.”

Throughout the tour, students travelled to special places like Berry Springs, Barnatjarl Homelands, Cutta Cutta Caves and Nitmiluk Gorge, discovering the natural beauty of the Top End and the rich history embedded in the land. Whether swimming in Katherine Hot Springs, cooking kangaroo tails in hot coals or sanding and painting their own clapsticks for a traditional dance, the students embraced every moment with curiosity, respect and enthusiasm. 

“It was super hot, but totally worth it,” shared another student. “We learned from Elders, heard their stories and made medicine from lemongrass and beeswax. The sunset walk in silence was my favourite part. It felt peaceful and special.” 

This Immersion Tour reflects Grammar’s commitment to providing meaningful learning experiences that foster empathy, understanding and a strong sense of community. It is through moments like these that students grow not only in knowledge but also in respect for culture, connection to country and appreciation of diverse stories.