St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Bo’ness

Our Primary 1 and Primary 2 children delivered a wonderful school nativity performance. With bright smiles, confident voices, and plenty of enthusiasm, our youngest pupils took to the stage and reminded us all what this special time of year is really about.

For  Primary 1 children, this was their very first school performance. They played their roles with care and excitement. Our Primary 2 pupils were fantastic narrators and they all proudly sang their songs.

The children worked hard in the weeks leading up to the performance, learning songs, practising lines, and rehearsing movements. Through this process, they developed important skills such as teamwork, listening, and confidence, while also learning about the Christmas story in a meaningful and memorable way.

The nativity was filled with joyful singing, colourful costumes, and moments that made everyone smile. From angels and shepherds to Mary, Joseph, and the stars lighting the way, every child played an important part in making the performance a success.

We are incredibly proud of all our Primary 1 and 2 pupils for their hard work and positive attitudes. A big thank you also goes to our staff and families for their support in helping the children prepare for this special event.

Well done to our young performers for spreading so much Christmas cheer – you truly shone on stage!

Primary 5, 6 and 7 pupils enjoyed a festive visit to the Old Kirk to attend a Christmas Carol Concert with all of the Bo’ness cluster primary schools. Pupils retold the Christmas story and joined together to sing a selection of well-known carols.

This lovely morning at the Old Kirk always creates a strong sense of community as schools came together to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. Our pupils represented the school very well, singing enthusiastically and behaving respectfully throughout.

The concert was a memorable and meaningful way to mark the festive season, and pupils thoroughly enjoyed sharing this special experience with other local schools.

Our Primary 7 pupils have been busy taking part in a very special project as we prepare our new holy space in school. This week, the children worked together to measure the windows that will soon be transformed with beautiful stained glass designs.

Using their everyday numeracy skills, the pupils carefully measured the height and width of each window, recording their results and checking them as a team. They discussed which tools to use, compared measurements, and supported one another to make sure their work was accurate.

This hands-on activity was a wonderful example of learning in action. The children demonstrated excellent teamwork, communication, and thinking skills, while also seeing how maths is used in real-life situations. Measuring the windows helped them understand why accuracy is so important, especially when creating something meaningful for a shared space.

We can’t wait to see how their hard work contributes to the finished stained glass windows and to our new holy space, which will be a place of reflection and calm for our whole school community.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our amazing families for their generous donations to the Bo’ness Storehouse Foodbank. Your kindness, compassion, and community spirit have made a real difference to local families who need support.

Over the past few weeks, we have been overwhelmed by the number of items brought into school, from cupboard staples to thoughtful extras that will truly brighten someone’s day. Every contribution, big or small, helps create a stronger, more caring community, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.

The Bo’ness Storehouse Foodbank does vital work in ensuring that no one in our area goes without essentials, especially during challenging times. Thanks to your generosity, they are now better equipped to continue this important service.

We are so proud of our school community for coming together to help others. Thank you once again for your kindness and for showing our pupils the true value of empathy and giving.

A huge well done to our Nursery children and to all pupils in Primary 3–7 for their amazing performances at this year’s Christmas Cakes and Carols concert. The enthusiasm, confidence, and festive spirit they brought to the stage made the event truly special for everyone who attended.

We were also treated to a beautiful solo performance of O’ Little Town of Bethlehem on the violin by one of our talented pupils. It was a fantastic moment that added even more magic to the event.

Thank you to all pupils, staff, and families for making the concert such a memorable celebration. We are incredibly proud of our young performers!

This week, our Primary 4 pupils led  a thoughtful and joy-filled Advent Assembly. Each year, as we prepare our hearts for Christmas, this assembly is always a special moment and Primary 4 certainly rose to the occasion.

The children shared their Advent promises, speaking with sincerity about the small but meaningful ways they hope to bring kindness, patience, and joy to others throughout the season. From helping at home to being a supportive friend in school, their promises reflected a deep understanding of what Advent truly means.

Primary 4 also treated us to beautiful singing and Makaton signs, filling the hall with warmth and hope. We are incredibly proud of our Primary 4 pupils for their hard work and enthusiasm. Thank you to the staff who supported them, and to the families who joined us in celebration.

Well done, Primary 4, for a wonderful start to the Advent season!

Our school was full of cheer today as children enjoyed their Christmas lunches. The lunch hall looked bright and joyful with everyone wearing colourful Christmas jumpers, and festive music playing as the children ate together. It was a lovely way to celebrate the season and share some Christmas spirit across the school!

We are delighted to share that our school community has raised £83.67 for the Scottish Poppy Appeal 2025.

A huge thank you to all pupils, families, and staff who contributed so generously. Your kindness helps support veterans and their families across Scotland, providing vital services and making a real difference in their lives.

Well done, everyone!

Today, our school was buzzing with excitement as coaches from the a local boxing gym, GCB, joined us to deliver a series of BoxFit taster sessions for our pupils. And what a knockout experience it was!

The children were fully engaged – laughing, learning, and pushing themselves in ways many had never tried before. The sessions blended basic boxing techniques with fun, energetic fitness activities, giving every child a chance to experience the sport in a safe and supportive environment.

The coaches introduced the fundamentals of boxing footwork, simple combinations, and agility drills. They then mixed in high-energy fitness games that had the kids bobbing, weaving, jumping, and working together.

We’re incredibly grateful to the GCB team for giving their time, energy, and expertise.  The feedback from pupils has been overwhelmingly positive – many have already asked when the coaches are coming back!