The modern studies and politics students recently had an exciting trip to the Scottish Parliament. They had the opportunity to tour the building, visiting the debate chamber and committee rooms. Pupils also learned about the meanings behind different aspects of architecture and art in the building.
Niamh Steel, an S6 politics student said “The trip was very enjoyable – it was an enlightening experience to learn about the running of the Scottish Parliament.”
The students took part in a lesson about the process of passing a bill and were given a task to scrutinise a bill and make necessary amendments. This was beneficial to many of the students as it was a practical application of what they are learning in higher politics, giving them an insight into how the government works.
Mrs Young, a Politics teacher at St Aidan’s commented “Students and teachers enjoyed a fabulous trip to the Scottish Parliament on Monday, the students received an educational lesson about the work and structure of the Parliament.”
Additionally, she remarked that “the day was rounded off with a trip to the Edinburgh Dungeons, where the students enjoyed an excellent variety of terrifying shows.”
