On Wednesday 1st of June, Portpatrick Primary school set out in the glorious sunshine to help tidy our village. The boys and girls, accompanied by parents, grandparents and siblings, went down to the beach to collect litter along the shoreline. We were warmly greeted and encouraged by holiday visitors and their families. After making the beach spick and span for everyone to enjoy, the school progressed to the play park and the public areas at the heart of the village. We dutifully bagged and binned 12kg of litter, helping to make our village shine. This was a great learning opportunity for the children as the task supports the requirements of Eco Schools Scotland. Such whole-school activities help to cultivate the children’s social skills, developing their capacities for learning i.e. responsible citizens and effective contributors and aligns with the learning experiences and outcomes of the Health and Wellbeing curriculum.
Take a look at our happy snaps to see our little workers in action!
E & O’s relevant from Early – Second level
Representing my class, school and/or wider community encourages my self worth and confidence and allows me to contribute to and participate in society. HWB 2-12a
Through contributing my views, time and talents, I play a part in bringing about positive change in my school and wider community.
HWB 2-13a
I value the opportunities I am given to make friends and be part of a group in a range of situations. HWB 2-14a
