Primary 1-4 at Leswalt Primary recently concluded their study of “People who help us” with a trip into Stranraer Fire station. The boys and girls went in to learn all about the role of the Fire Brigade in the community.
The visit began with pupils learning all about the uniform and why the Fire Brigade wear it. Some of the small pupils even got to try on the large uniform themselves. Fire safety was also discussed, with pupils being reminded about the importance of having a smoke alarm in their home.Tanya Ellis explained to the pupils all about the role of the Fire Brigade before they went outside to meet Tony Reid and see the fire engines up close. Pupils learnt all about water hydrants before being allowed to use the fire hose. The highlight of the visit for all was a seat in the Fire Engine.It was a very active, informative afternoon for all. Kathryn Topping in P4 summed it up by saying “It felt like I was a proper fire-fighter when I was using the hose!” To which Jack Rickard in P3 added “Yes, the hose was awesome!”
Primary 5-7 pupils at Leswalt Primary have recently been learning all about France. As part of their learning experiences the pupils and their teacher Mrs Bathgate organised a French café for their parents and friends of the school.
Pupils created a menu which included croissants, pain au chocolat, tarte au citreon and des gateux. The café was also providing Orangina and chocolat chaud to drink. Pupils were encouraged to take orders from their customers by speaking French.
Visitors paid a donation to sample the French cuisine on offer. The enterprising pupils had also created a recipe book of favourite recipes to sell.
The café was well supported by the local community of Leswalt and the pupils were delighted when final calculations showed they had taken £200.58 in the one hour it was in operation. All profits from this event have gone to Macmillan Cancer research as part of the World’s biggest coffee morning event.
