There’s something powerful about taking mathematics outdoors. The moment learners step outside, numbers stop being abstract and start becoming something they can feel, measure, and experience. Our recent outdoor learning session on speed, distance, and time was the perfect example of this transformation. Rather than beginning with formulas on a whiteboard, we let the learners discover the relationships for themselves through movement, measurement, and real‑world problem solving.
These young learners gave Mrs Duffy a run for their money on Wednesday 11th, when they were spotted in the outdoor classroom collecting data in order to calculate the average speed of each pupil!
Mr Young spotted a very energetic group of Cathedral learners on Tuesday 10th February. Thanks to a fantastic partnership between Active Schools and OLHS Sports Leaders, our Primary 5 learners have the opportunity to enjoy an exciting multi‑sports club right here at Cathedral.
The highlight of Mr Young’s day is always his walk through Cathedral’s four learning streets, where he loves catching a glimpse of the children’s learning in action. On Tuesday 10th January, he came across these three enthusiastic learners in Ambition Avenue collaborating on a PowerPoint presentation about Egyptian gods.
As part of their learning on the Scottish Wars of Independence, our enthusiastic Primary 5 learners took on the challenge of constructing their own model of Stirling Bridge — the site of William Wallace’s famous 1297 victory. Using technology materials of their choice, they planned, designed and built this impressive structure that showcased both creativity and historical understanding. A fantastic display of teamwork and problem‑solving from everyone involved.
As Mr Greechan prepares to leave us for his new chapter in Aberdeen, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for everything he has brought to Cathedral school community. His dedication to the Diocesan choristers, his inspiring work with the Cathedral Church, and his unwavering commitment to Primary 4 pupils and choir members have left a lasting mark. James has shaped voices, nurtured confidence, and built a musical spirit that will continue to resonate long after his departure.
These Primary 6 boys demonstrated impressive teamwork and creativity as they took the lead in a learner‑led project to design and build a three‑dimensional model of the Egyptian god Anubis. Working collaboratively from the very beginning, they researched the features of the ancient deity, planned their design and delegated roles based on each person’s strengths. Their final model reflects not only their growing understanding of Ancient Egypt but also their ability to problem‑solve, communicate and support one another throughout the process. 
Parents and carers of children in Primary 3–7 joined us on Thursday 5th February for our second Active8 Family Learning session. The event opened with an insightful presentation from Mrs Duffy, who outlined the educational theory behind Cathedral’s approaches and explained the careful balance of adult‑led, adult‑initiated and learner‑led experiences. Mrs Duffy also highlighted the strong similarities between Cathedral’s approaches and those of primary schools in Finland, widely recognised as one of the world’s leading education systems.
Wednesday 4th February saw a visit from one of Cathedral’s music specialists, Mr Cruikshank. Developing their instrumental skills, these young saxophonists are learning to play ‘Stand By Me’ and ‘Back to Black’ by reading musical notation and playing together as a band. Mrs Duffy was lucky enough to be treated to her own personal recital!
Parents and carers of children in Primary 3–7 joined us on Tuesday 3 February for an Active8 Family Learning session. The event opened with an insightful presentation from Mr Young, who outlined the educational theory behind Cathedral’s approaches and explained the careful balance of adult‑led, adult‑initiated and learner‑led experiences. Mr Young also highlighted the strong similarities between Cathedral’s approaches and those of primary schools in Finland, widely recognised as one of the world’s leading education systems.
Cathedral learners are not only highly engaged in the classroom—they also know how to create their own entertainment in the playground. This talented and creative group recently formed their own dance crew, NV (pronounced envy), and even distributed VIP tickets ahead of their debut performance on Monday 2nd February. The outdoor theatre was packed for the much-anticipated show, proving that creativity and confidence are thriving here at Cathedral.