Firstly, Leswalt pupils invited Portpatrick School to visit their community. The whole school travelled to Leswalt and spent some time getting to know each other in the classrooms. The pupils then worked in mixed schools teams to solve anagrams. The answers gave a list of items to be found on a Scavenger Hunt in the local wetlands, Aldouran Glen. Despite the torrential rain, spirits were high and pupils completed the Scavenger Hunt in their waterproofs and wellies! All pupils were then treated to a tasty warm snack made by the neighbouring Kirkland Tearoom and farm shop as they dried off inside.
A reciprocal visit was made this week by pupils from Leswalt travelling to Portpatrick. Luckily, the weather was on their side and all pupils were able to visit the local RNLI lifeboat shed. The children were split into mixed school groups and were all given a chance to go onboard the brand new state of the art lifeboat, dress up as lifeboat men and women and watch video
s of real life rescues at sea. The RNLI team involved in the tour were absolutely fantastic and had all children engaged from start to finish. On return to Portpatrick School, all pupils were treated to some toast and not a crumb was left! The pupils had a fantastic time and learned a lot about the importance of the lifeboat in the community of Portpatrick.
Pupils from both schools are beginning to form friendships and are always excited about the next joint project they will be taking part in. A real sense of ‘partnership’ is beginning to take place between both school communities. Leswalt Pupil Council are currently developing ideas for a joint ‘Easter Egg Challenge’ so watch this space!
