The Grand Opening

When we arrived back in Nursery on Monday our super new climbing frame had been constructed and secured in the ground but the children had to resist temptation for one more day to ensure that everything was complete. This was no easy task for some because that climbing frame just looked so inviting.
However the grand opening arrived today with a huge cheer and rush of excitement as the children explored our fantastic new outdoor resource and, as you can see, it was very popular.
We would like to say huge thanks to Davie Bell and Liam Mitchell who worked so hard to install the climbing frame – we really appreciate all your help.
Massive thanks also go to the ‘Hecklegirth Fundraisers’ group who gave us a very large donation towards the purchase of this wonderful resource. We appreciate all the effort and organisation that goes in to the fundraising events that make this kind of donation possible and are very grateful for your support. We hope that Nursery families continue to support the ‘Hecklegirth Fundraisers’ events, such as the upcoming barbecue, as they do such good work for the school and Nursery community.
All we need to do now is sit back and enjoy the joyful little faces having fun. One little voice was heard saying today, “This is the best climbing frame I’ve ever been on in my whole life” so we think it’s passed the test.

“Hecklegirth Nice Place”

Last week a group of the morning children worked very well together to plan and make a super den. They were creative in the way that they used materials round about them and were delighted with their efforts when it was finished. The final touch had to be a banner so a few of them worked hard to make a sign and they decided that their den would be called “Hecklegirth Nice Place”. It was such a lovely surprise for the afternoon children to arrive at Nursery to find such a wonderful den to play in. Well done boys and girls! You showed great imagination, perseverance and teamwork.

“Sunflowers”

Having been inspired by our recent discussions about Vincent Van Gogh and his “Sunflowers” work, the children have been keen to create their own sunflower artwork which is now part of a beautiful, bright display alongside some of their daffodil paintings. We would like to share a selection of some of their art but please take the time to have a look at the display in Nursery too.

Well Done!

Enid’s family is very proud of her recent award:

“A little later than intended catching up with the blog, but Enid’s ‘increased confidence ‘ was a very welcome surprise, and she was very proud to show us. Enid can be very shy so this certificate gives us some reassurance that she is building her confidence.”

Very well done Enid! You thoroughly deserved your certificate and we are very proud of you too.

What Is Happening In The Garden?

Here are some interesting pictures from our outdoor area today. I wonder what could be happening here boys and girls? Our two hard working helpers were very busy all day and, as you can see, Miss Kerr was providing a helping hand too. We think that by the time you come to Nursery on Monday there will be some exciting changes almost complete in our garden. Fingers crossed for some good weather next week.

Buddies

This week the children who are moving to Primary 1 at Hecklegirth found out who their buddies will be. The Nursery pupils met their individual Primary 6 buddies when they came to play and, as always, the buddies showed great skills and attitude with our Nursery children. It was lovely to see them organise a game of “Duck Duck Goose” outdoors which the children loved. We have now planned visits to the school playground and the buddies will go with the children on these visits to encourage and support them both in the empty playground and when the rest of the school is out. Thank you to all the Primary 6 buddies for doing a super job.

Nature Walks

The children from the Sunshine Room have been building their confidence in the wider environment recently by paying a few visits to the nature garden. As you can see, they have enjoyed exploring every aspect of it and collected various objects from nature to create their own works of art. We hope that you like their work as much as we do.

Play Dough Testing

Eileen, our Family Learning Co-ordinator, has left a message about the play dough testing at her PEEP sessions today:

“Our play dough testing is over. The favourite was the play dough made with hair conditioner. It was the squishiest and had a lovely smell, it also made our hands nice and soft. Least favourite was the play dough made with yoghurt.”

Thank you all you play dough testers who took part. I liked the smell of the hair conditioner play dough too. I wonder if you will make any at home?

Fire Station Fun

Finlay’s family has been looking at the photos from the fire station:

“Finlay enjoyed his morning at the fire station and would like to be a firefighter when he grows up. Finlay said he laughed a lot when Mrs Gray soaked Mrs Kirkpatrick with the big hose!!😁”

Poor Mrs. Kirkpatrick, she really was soaked but it was an accident. The children did find it very funny.

Joshua H’s family liked the fire station photos too:

“Joshua looks so happy sitting in the fire engine 😄.” and “Joshua looks like he had lots of fun here 😊”

That fire engine certainly put lots of smiles on the children’s faces.

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