Category Archives: Uncategorized

Uncategorized

Mrs Mc Farlane’s last day!

Leave a comment

On Thursday the 31st of January it was Mrs Mc Farlane’s last day at Dalbeattie Primary; she retired after many years of teaching. We will miss her.

Mrs Fortnum and her dancers made up a dance to represent Mrs Mc Farlane’s holidays with her husband, relaxing times ahead and her contribution to Scottish dancing after school club.

Not only was there a dance but an award for being a Successful Learner, Confident Individual, Responsible Citizen and Effective Contributor; well done Mrs Mac!!!

There was a song from the choir about Brian, an invisible friend who everyone blames-I wish I had one! The choir was led by Rory Mc Latchie.

 
 

 

Uncategorized

Leaving!!

Leave a comment

Sadly, Jacinta and Olivia who have been here for almost a year are leaving us and returning to Australia.

They have been a great asset to the school with their happy, smiling faces and enthusiastic attitude. We will miss them very

much!

It has been a great pleasure to have them in our school. 

and we wish them all the best!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Uncategorized

A Scrumdiddylicious Afternoon in P5D

Leave a comment

Fun and laughter were evident during the recent Wonka Open Afternoon in P5D. Visitors were invited to celebrate the pupils’ work around the novel “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl. Everyone was entertained by the Oompa Loompa dancing, singing and games. Pupils had transformed themselves into characters from the novel and acted as tour guides for the afternoon. Mrs Dyson was extremely proud of all the pupils’ efforts!

Uncategorized

Meet the author – Philip Ardagh

Leave a comment

Dalbeattie Primary has just enjoyed a very funny afternoon, thanks to visiting author Philip Ardagh who was organised to come to school through the Scottish Book Trust. Mrs Dyson’s Primary 5 have been learning about the novels of Roald Dahl and this led to them find out about Mr Ardagh. “Philip Ardagh’s first book Awful End was published in 2000. It was to be the first of his ‘Eddie Dickens’ series, which has been critically acclaimed and been described as a cross between Dickens and Monty Python. In 2009, he won the Roald Dahl Funny Prize for ‘Grubtown Tales.’ “(1) Scottish Book Trust

The event was clearly not one to be missed so all pupils from Primary 4 up to Primary 7 were invited along too. Colvend Primary also came along to join in the fun. The afternoon proved a very rewarding experience for all, with the pupils being clearly engaged and motivated to find out more about the work of a popular children’s author. Mr Ardagh kept all pupils entertained with his funny anecdotes and various props. Pupils were delighted when he took time to sign copies of his book and add a personalised message. This was a very exciting event for all our pupils.

Uncategorized

Nursery Owl Babies Topic- November 2012

Leave a comment

A field teacher from the RSPB taught the Nursery children all about owls. The children were able to make owl sounds and identify owls.

RSPB visit

They have had a lovely time playing with the night animals puppets, especially the owls.

Playing with the owl puppet

The children have been exploring light by playing with torches in the tent. The children loved this activity!

Tent picture

The children showed an interest in making a warm cover for the bed in the house. This has been extended into work on quilting. Look at our super quilt.

The children were able to sew the patches together. Well done!

The children have also been creating their own quilt patterns at the sticking table.

The children were really pleased with their quilting work!