Age 6 - 14 years   When children begin this stage of their education they enter into a unique relationship with their teacher. Together they will progress through the school for the next eight years, the teacher guiding them for two hours each day in the "Main Lessons" and often in other subjects too.   This continuous relationship creates a strong sense of security, trust, understanding and confidence.   The basic skills of writing, reading and numeracy are fostered within the imaginative context of the Steiner curriculum.   The whole child, not just the intellect, is involved in learning. A pictorial and artistic approach is adopted for all subjects, including science and mathematics.   Every day begins with a main lesson: in-depth study of a subject over 3 or 4 weeks. This leads to greater concentration and a more unified and wider understanding of the subject.