Camstradden Primary School

📏 Primary 7/6 Get Hands-On with Measuring!

Primary 7/6 have been busy developing their measuring skills in Maths over the past few weeks. The class explored a range of measuring tools, including rulers and tape measures, to measure different parts of their bodies.

After carefully recording their measurements, the pupils then applied their numeracy skills by multiplying their answers by 10 and 100. This allowed them to practise and reinforce key multiplication strategies they learned earlier in the year.

It was a fantastic way to combine practical learning with mental maths skills, and everyone enjoyed seeing how maths can be used in real-life situations!

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Today, Camstradden pupils were very lucky to meet a very special visitor – Finnie, the mascot for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games!

There was lots of excitement around the school as we learned all about the Commonwealth Games and what will be happening in Glasgow in 2026. Pupils discovered which countries take part, the different sports involved, and why the Games are such an important event.

We didn’t just learn – we got active too! Everyone had great fun joining in with sporty challenges and quizzes. There was plenty of teamwork, cheering and smiling throughout the day.

It was a fantastic experience for everyone and has definitely inspired us to get active and try our best.

Go Team Scotland! 💙🏴 #Glasgow2026 #TeamScotland

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W’s Art Exhibition

W has been working with his tutor to put together an art portfolio, which he used to create an art exhibition.  Pupils from the Acorn room got a special preview! We’re really proud of the effort he’s put in and the work he’s created.

Poetry Focus in Camstradden – January

In January, the focus for writing in Camstradden has been poetry. Pupils have enjoyed exploring a range of poems, including learning and performing some traditional Scots poems.

Primary 5 have also been developing their own poetry-writing skills by experimenting with different types of poems. Haikus proved to be the most successful and popular style, with pupils working hard to follow the structure while expressing their ideas clearly.

The class used a wide range of imaginative imagery in their poems, and some pupils even challenged themselves by including personification. It was wonderful to see such creativity and confidence in their writing.

Well done to Primary 5 for their enthusiasm and excellent effort in poetry this month! ✨📖

Primary 7/6 Make Great Progress in French

Primary 7/6 have been working very hard in French lessons and have made fantastic progress. They have been building up their vocabulary by learning numbers, colours and the names of different body parts.

The children have enjoyed putting their new knowledge into practice through a range of fun and creative activities. These included designing “wanted” posters and creating their own imaginative monsters, all labelled in French.

These tasks helped pupils practise their vocabulary in an engaging way while developing their confidence and creativity. Well done to Primary 7/6 for their excellent effort and enthusiasm in French!

Primary 7 Explore Divided City

Primary 7 have been enjoying a novel study of Divided City by Theresa Breslin. The story is set in Glasgow and explores important themes such as friendship, identity and the challenges people can face when communities are divided.

As part of our learning, we had thoughtful class discussions about the issues raised in the book and how they affect the characters. Pupils shared their opinions, asked great questions and showed real empathy and understanding.

Following these discussions, Primary 7 took on a creative challenge: redesigning the front cover of Divided City. The children worked hard to create designs that reflected the themes, setting and mood of the story. The results were fantastic, with lots of imagination and attention to detail on display.

Well done to Primary 7 for their excellent discussions, creativity and effort throughout this project!