Having been inspired by our recent discussions about Vincent Van Gogh, the children have had the opportunity to create their own sunflower artwork which has formed a display in both the school and Nursery corridors. Here is a selection of some of their work – please take the time to have a look at the displays in school as we think the children have produced some great art.
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Charlie’s buddy Taylor has left a lovely message about him:
“Charlie is a nice wee boy who is really fun to play with. I wish him well in going into P1 after the summer holidays.”
Thank you for leaving a comment Taylor and for looking after Charlie so well. I’m sure you will continue to help him when he moves to Primary 1.
Two of our parents have left us comments.
Fay’s Mum said, “Fay is enjoying getting to know her new Buddy Megan, especially playing together in the big playground.”
Those buddies certainly are doing a good job. They really looked after the children well in the big playground.
Paulina’s Mum and Dad loved the photo of her with her certificate and left her a message:
“We are proud of you
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We are all proud of you too Paulina. Well done!
We have been learning a little about Vincent Van Gogh and have looked at two of his paintings to talk about which we prefer. Here are some of the children’s thoughts.
Darcy: “The Starry Night” is best. I like the moon.
Jacob: I like the “Sunflowers” – it’s pretty.
Fearne: the “Sunflowers” is nice – they’ve got nice petals.
Caidy: I like the pot on the “Sunflowers” one.
Max A.: I like “The Starry Night”. I like the stars.
Callum: I like the “Sunflowers” ’cause they’re so shiny.
Wareeshah: I like “Sunflowers”. I’ve got it at home.
Brooke: I like “Sunflowers” ’cause it’s like summer.
Aoife: I like “Starry Night” ’cause it’s a bit dark.
Finlay T.: I like the yellow bits on “Starry Night”.
Jade G.: I like the circle bits on “Starry Night”.
Jayden: I like “Starry Night”. I like the stars and the big thing.
We would like to remind everyone of the Family Learning growing activity next week.
On Monday (11.5.15) there are sessions at 9-10, 10.45-11.45 and 12.15-1.15.
There are two afternoon sessions on Tuesday (12.5.15) at 12.15-1.15 and 2.15-3.15.
Finally on Thursday (14.5.15) there is a morning session at 9-10.
If you have not signed up yet, there are spaces available in some of the slots – you can add your name to the notices in the corridor leading to the Rainbow Room cloakroom. We look forward to seeing lots of families joining in with Eileen’s super activities.
Niamh’s family is delighted with her recent award:
“Niamh was so pleased to get her certificate. We are very proud of her and she has put it in her “memories” book to look back on as she grows up.”
What a lovely idea to have a “memories” book – it’s nice to think that Niamh will have her certificate to look back on her time in Nursery. I wonder what other people do if they get a certificate?
Callum’s family has left a comment about the Primary 6 buddies:
“Callum’s really enjoying getting to know his buddy. A great idea.”
The children all seem to be enjoying getting to know each other. We’re glad that parents feel that the buddy system is a helpful support for children moving to Primary 1.
Tobias from Primary 6 has left a comment about being a buddy:
“I have enjoyed playing with my buddy and getting to know him. I canny wait to see him again when we can catch up and learn more about him.”
You are doing a great job as a buddy Tobias. Thank you for all your visits and for leaving us a comment. You and the rest of the buddies are really helping the children prepare for Primary 1.
As promised, here are some photos of the Primary 6 buddies in the Sunshine Room meeting the Nursery children and some of their families when they came to deliver their introductory letters. Thank you for all your super work Primary 6 – we are sure that our parents appreciate your efforts. We look forward to you taking the Nursery children to the playground soon.
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