On Friday 9th of June, the whole school set off for a day of learning and fun at Dumfries House in Cumnock. We were joined on our journey by P5-7 from Leswalt Primary. On arrival, the groups split off to participate in different activities. P1-4 went on a bug hunt, exploring creatures in the habitats around them. The children helped to construct a ‘bug hotel’ and visited the garden area to pot plants of their own. P5-6 explored the conditions plants need to grow. They then moved on to plant rapeseed in pots in the potting shed. The pupils also considered what materials are biodegradable before creating their own compost gardens in a bottle to take home.
Both schools came back together to have free time in the adventure playground. The boys and girls then enjoyed an ice-cream before returning journey.
