P5–7 Visit to Skills Station 💙🎲🥁
This week our P5–7 pupils had the most wonderful opportunity to visit Skills Station, where members of the older generation gather to spend time together, share meals and enjoy activities.
The afternoon was full of fun and laughter as our children mixed with the residents through a range of games and activities. They played draughts, dominoes, word searches, hoop throwing, target ball games, and even joined in with some lively African drumming! The hall was buzzing with energy as pupils and adults worked together, shared stories, and encouraged each other in every challenge.
It was brilliant to see intergenerational learning in action – both groups teaching, sharing and laughing together. Pupils discovered that some of the “old-fashioned” games are actually really addictive, and a few children even asked if we could get them for the school playground!
A special mention goes to Ava G and Nanci-Rose, who were fantastic at making sure every single resident was included and having fun – they had everyone laughing along with them. Robin and Rhiannon also stepped up with great kindness, helping residents take part in the games and making sure no one was left out.
Even those who were a bit shy at first found themselves joining in, and by the end of the afternoon, smiles and laughter filled the room.
A huge thank you to Skills Station for welcoming us so warmly – it was a truly memorable day for all involved, and we hope to be back again soon. 💜
🌍 UNCRC Articles
- Article 12 – Respect for Children’s Views: Pupils had their voices heard while interacting with adults, choosing games and sharing ideas.
- Article 15 – Freedom of Association: Children freely mixed and formed positive relationships with the older generation.
- Article 31 – Leisure, Play and Culture: By playing traditional games and drumming, pupils enjoyed their right to play and cultural experiences.
🎯 SDG Goals
- Goal 3 – Good Health & Wellbeing: Promoted emotional and social wellbeing for both pupils and residents through shared activities.
- Goal 4 – Quality Education: Offered a real-life, intergenerational learning experience beyond the classroom.
- Goal 10 – Reduced Inequalities: Brought different generations together, breaking down barriers and promoting inclusion.
- Goal 11 – Sustainable Communities: Strengthened links between school and local community spaces.
💚 SHANARRI Indicators
- Included: Every child and resident was invited to take part and feel welcome.
- Responsible: Pupils showed respect and care when helping residents with games.
- Respected: Both pupils and residents listened to each other and valued one another’s contributions.
- Active: Children took part in physical games such as hoop throwing, target games and drumming.
- Nurtured: Pupils offered kindness and support to help residents feel comfortable and confident.
🛠️ Meta-skills
- Collaborating: Working with older people, taking turns and sharing equipment.
- Communicating: Listening carefully, explaining games and chatting to residents.
- Focusing: Staying on task during games like draughts and dominoes.
- Adapting: Being flexible and patient with different abilities and preferences.
- Feeling: Showing empathy and kindness to people of different ages.
- Leading: Ava G, Nanci-Rose, Robin and Rhiannon especially demonstrated leadership by ensuring everyone was included.
✝️ Strands of Faith (linked to Catholic RERC)
- Reign of God: Pupils showed respect, inclusion and community spirit, living out values of kindness and service.
- Signs of God: In their actions, children reflected God’s love by welcoming, supporting and caring for others.
