Hi everyone!
P5/6 have been so busy since we returned after our holidays! I hope you all had a lovely rest.
Since returning, we have hit the ground running and it’s only going to get busier.
Sports Leaders – We are continuing with our Sports Leaders Awards and have been building on our skills to deliver an activity to our younger children. Our teamwork skills are improving and we have had excellent ideas on how to adapt the games to suit younger pupils. Next week, we will work with P1 and organise some activities for them. This will eventually lead to working closely with our ECC to help with their transition to primary.
Firework Safety – We had a visit from our local Firefighters to highlight the importance of keeping safe at this team of year, with a focus on Firework safety. P5/6 were an excellent audience.
Remembrance Day Display – We have been busy creating some fabulous pieces of art which will be displayed on the ECC windows in time for the Remembrance Day Parade. Keep a look out on your way to school!
Homework – A huge well done to the effort P5/6 have put into completing homework this first week. It will take us a few weeks to get into a routine, but I am already very pleased with the uptake so far. Please take your time to complete and continue to enjoy family time.
Numeracy/Literacy – In Numeracy, we are developing our knowledge of multiplication and division facts. We are aiming to become Multiplication Masters! If you have any spare time at home, keep going with your learning – even if you’re saying your times tables on the way to swimming! Literacy – The weather has changed and it’s cosy at night – curl up with a book you enjoy reading and please tell me about it in class!
STEM/Outdoor Learning – We have been enjoying our STEM and Outdoor Learning activities over the last few weeks. Our latest build was creating a human sculpture out of pipe cleaners and straws. Wow – the concentration and dedication was intense. After a few attempts, most of us got the hang of it and were happy with our creations.
Garden – A special mention and thanks to our volunteers who very kindly gave up their own time on Sunday to give our school garden a clear up and makeover- it looks fantastic! Well done, everyone!
As the weeks go on, there will be a lot of activities, themed days and Christmas events to look forward to. We will endeavour to update the blog as we go along, remembering it’s the most magical time of the year!
Thank you,
Mrs Reid
