Mr Young chuckled to himself when this young learner popped along to his office on Monday 31st March with a picture he’d drawn during free-play. It shows Mr Young at assembly, complete with red tie, saying “Get ready for the … Continue reading →

Good attendance makes a HUGE difference to your child’s progress and attainment. Every school day really does count! We set a goal in mid-March to get Cathedral’s pupil attendance back up above 94% by the end of term and we’re … Continue reading →

Primary 5b learners set up a mini enterprise during the last week of term, selling beautiful hand-crafted finger rosaries. Not only did their enterprise promote prayer during this season of Lent, it also raised money for Missio, which will be … Continue reading →

The big storm back in January not only brought down branches around the school grounds (as well as an entire tree next to our pitch, which damaged the fence) but also blew in a huge amount of litter. With the … Continue reading →

For our Muslim families, Ramadan, the holy month of prayer and fasting, is now over and today, 30th March, loved ones come together to celebrate Eid ul-Fitr. From everyone here at Cathedral, may this Eid be filled with peace, happiness … Continue reading →

A newly-formed choir, comprising pupils from six of the schools involved in the National Schools Singing Programme, made its debut at the vigil Mass in Motherwell Cathedral on Saturday 29th March. The children sang alongside the established adult choir and, … Continue reading →

Friday afternoon is often an opportunity for truly learner-led learning here at Cathedral, when pupils can explore the ‘continuous provision’ available in the various areas of their learning street. These Primary 7 learners headed to the ‘Creation Station’ on Friday … Continue reading →

Primary 6 took to the stage on Friday 28th March to showcase their recent learning on Australia. The vibrant, informative and humorous performance included Captain James Cook’s expedition to Australia in 1770, Australian wildlife and the country’s famous landmarks. One … Continue reading →

Lenten almsgiving on Friday 28th March was particularly close to Cathedral’s heart as Mrs McCarthy continues to receive treatment for a brain tumour. Learners and staff wore their ‘hats of hope’ throughout the day to help find a cure for … Continue reading →

Thursday 27th March was the final session of Block 1 of Forest Schools and our nursery learners had the opportunity to showcase the new skills they’ve learned over the past few weeks to their parents and carers. The children worked … Continue reading →