As they are learning all about their body, P1-4 decided to test out their lung capacity by seeing how much air they could get into a balloon (in one big puff!). Have a look at the photos – who was full of hot air?!
As part of their Social studies learning, Primary 5-7 had a go at following instructions to try and make their own gas masks in class. Pupils were soon making suggestions as to how they would like to customise their masks!
Primary 7 went to The North West Castle hotel today to have a go at the sport of curling. They children all enjoyed am orning on the ice, before having some lunch then returning back to the school. The children were accompanied by Mrs Caron Cowan, who reported they all were very well behaved and mannerly! Well done to all.
What a fabulous display of tartan was on show at Leswalt Primary today. From kilts to leggings, hair bobbles to tartan tammies; the children turned out in style for this Scottish tradition. The staff and pupils celebrated the birth of Scotland’s national bard with a programme packed full of songs, poetry and feasting. Malcolm McGregor of P1 took on the role of carrying in the haggis, managing not to nibble any of it on the way, led by Finlay Scott carrying the bagpipes. Lauren Anderson of P7 would have done Rabbie himself proud with her Address to the Haggis. Jenna Calderwood of P4 said the Selkirk Grace before we all tucked into a delicious plate of haggis, neeps and tatties (or kilted sausages for those not too keen on the warm, reeking, rich haggis!) Dessert of shortbread, ice cream and toffee sauce was enjoyed by everyone as we listened to some traditional music – clean bowls all round!
Finlay Cowan of P7 oversaw the running of the poems and speeches keeping everyone on track and the pupils and staff settled back to enjoy the winning recitations and entertaining speeches. Mrs Ferguson gave a short Immortal Memory then Kerr Calderwood and Kathryn Topping of P7 led the toasts to the lads and lasses with good humour and witty observations. Lauren provided the toast to Leswalt School reliving her memories of her school years from P1-7. The recitations were provided by Aidan Adams (P1), Chloe Kennedy (P2), Phoebe Gaw (P3), Kirstie Macdonald (P4), Kayleigh Williams (P5) and Emily Cochran (P6).
Vote of thanks by Rebecca Brown ensured that everyone, including the dinner lady Patricia, was thanked for their input. O’ what a glorious sicht!
Primary 1-4 and Mrs Mc Knight are all working on the project of “My body” this term. This week the class have been learning all about the different organs inside of them, what they do and where they are.
As part of the project this week Mrs Mc Knight gave the parents a homework challenge! Mums and dads had to try and correctly cut and stick on organs, in the correct place.
In class this afternoon the Primary 1 children drew round Breagh. They then coloured her in and tried to make her look as much like the real Breagh as they could!
Once Breagh, the paper body was complete, she was pinned up in the classroom. The children reviewed where all the organs are in the body. Mrs Mc Knight then challenged them to pin the organs on the body – blindfolded! As you will see from the photographs, some were more successful than others!
Mrs Wither and Primary 5-7 enjoyed an afternoon of World War 2 cookery. The pupils were learning about rations, and how food was limited. As part of this learning they went on to bake a chocolate sponge – with no eggs, as well as making a carrot curry!
The children worked together in the classroom and enjoyed tasting the finished dishes. Pupils even took home a copy of the recipe to ask their parents to make more at home. And, having tasted both the cake and curry I was very impressed with the improvisation and use of limited resources – both were very tasty!
Primary 1-4 had a visit from dental Health officer, Janine Maxwell this week. The children were able to tell her how our tooth brushing is going in school, as well as Janine reminding them about the correct way to brush their teeth. She was also able to answer any questions. Breagh had even
brought in her letter which the tooth fairy left her the previous night, to show everyone
Primary 5-7 are embarking on a series of science lessons, linked by video conferencing resources to Heather Reid MBE, at the Glasgow Science centre. Heather Reid (the former weather girl) teachers the children about Forces and Energy in science, and leads them through a series of experiments. Have a look at the photographs to see how the technology link up with Glasgow is enhancing learning and teaching in Leswalt.
Every year the Rotary Club of Stranraer extend an invitation to Primary 7 pupils from all Primary schools to their annual lunch. This year the guest speaker was Richard Arkless MP. Leswalt Primary was represented very well by Kathryn Topping and Kerr Calderwood, who were very mannerly and chatted away to the Rotarians.
Well we’ve kept to our New Year Resolution!
The pupils and staff of Leswalt Primary have headed out for their morning walk the last two days. Heading out just after break, we set off through the park and completed the loop around by the Wetlands and back to school. We even managed to beat our time today! It’s a chance to exercise those legs, get the heart pumping, enjoy a sociable chat and let the local villagers see lots of wee, smiling faces! We then come back to school invigorated and ready to crack on with our Language work.
Give us a wave if you see us out and about!
