The Collaborative Jigsaw Table has become a versatile and impactful resource across year groups. For our S6 pupils, this table offers a refreshing mental break from the pressures of academic life, providing a mindful activity that reduces stress and supports their overall well-being during challenging times. For BGE (Broad General Education) pupils, the 1000-piece jigsaw represents a collaborative yet achievable the value of breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps—a skill that translates to their wider studies.
It has been particularly rewarding to see students set aside their phones during lunch to focus on the jigsaw, showing their growing interest in activities that promote focus, patience, and teamwork. Through this engaging task, pupils are developing valuable skills, such as spatial and visual reasoning, concentration, and perseverance. These skills not only enhance their approach to academics but also foster a positive attitude toward tackling difficult tasks across all subjects.
The Collaborative Jigsaw Table is more than a puzzle—it’s a space for mindfulness, growth, and a reminder of the power of persistence.
In other news, the senior Library minions Jack (as part of his Caritas work) and Rene did an excellent job decorating the Library. The Halloween tree was a mass of cobwebs, pumpkins, with a random skeletal arm, and a skeleton fairy on the top.
They have learned really quickly and been reliable too. Here they are proudly with their Reading Leader badges on their ties. Celebrations too for our Senior Reader Leaders who enjoyed last year so much they have come back and helped train our new recruits. There is only 1 Senior Reading Leader in the photo, however we do have 3 in total. Our full team of 7 will make the library an even more brilliant place to be ! Well done to them all !
This activity was really popular and on the first day of the sheets being available, they had to be replenished. It is amazing how the library can provide a calm atmosphere in such a busy school.
