The children took photographs of each other and used these to create contemporary photo collages inspired by the work of artist, David Hockney.
David Hockney inspired self portraits
P3/4 Clay Faces
Picasso Portraits
Inspired by the work of Pablo Picasso, 3/4 created their own abstract portraits using oil pastels in hot and cold colours.
I can create and present work using the visual elements of line, shape, form, colour, tone, pattern and texture. EXA 1-03a
I can respond to the work of artists and designers by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work. EXA 1-07a
School Grounds Development
P3/4 helped Alan Kain to plan out our new garden area. They used a variety of different ways to measure length and recorded them in a plan.
MNU 1-11a    I can estimate how long or heavy an object is, or what amount it holds, using everyday things as a guide, then measure or weigh it using appropriate instruments and units.
Lunchtime Dance Club
We are extremely grateful to our volunteer, Colette who has given up her own time to take our lunchtime dance club. The children are enjoying learning a dance which they are going to perform at the annual ‘Dance Together’ event in March.
I am becoming aware of different features of dance and can practise and perform steps, formations and short dance. EXA 1-10a
I have taken part in dance from a range of styles and cultures, demonstrating my awareness of the dance features. EXA 2-10a
I have experienced the energy and excitement of presenting/performing for audiences and being part of an audience for other people’s presentations/ performances. EXA 1-01a, EXA 2-01a
P1/2 Healthy Eating Workshop
Anne Chalmers from Community Education & Development, led a workshop on healthy eating. Thank you to all the parents who managed to attend.
Unicef Day For Change 2014
Representing my class, school and/or wider community encourages my self-worth and confidence and allows me to contribute to and participate in society. HWB 0-12a / HWB 1-12a / HWB 2-12a
P1/2 visit the local post office
The children have been enjoying this context for learning in class and the visit to the local post office brought this learning to life.
Bulb Planting
We have been working together to improve our school grounds. We planted lots of different flower bulbs and are planning lots more gardening to brighten up our playground and grow our own herbs and vegetables.
P5/6 Football Festival
Our footballers joined other teams in the Airdrie cluster to play 7 a side football. The children played well and were praised for their behaviour, positive attitude and good sportsmanship.
