Our Lady of Good Aid Cathedral Primary School

Our young horologists have been working enthusiastically on creating their own analogue clock faces as part of their First Level Curriculum for Excellence numeracy learning. Pupils showed great effort and concentration as they measured, positioned numbers accurately and assembled moving hands to help them practise telling the time.

This hands‑on activity supported their understanding of hours and minutes while also developing problem‑solving and fine‑motor skills. The pupils were proud of their finished clocks, and they will now use them in class to deepen their learning about time.

This week we explored our ‘Emotions Potions’ talking about different feelings and sharing times when we have felt happy, sad, excited, worried, and calm. Learning that all feelings are ok and how we can talk about them. Our young learners have been using the whiteboards to draw facial expressions and talking about how emotions can look and feel, before sharing how they were feeling today. This encouraged lots of lovely conversations, confidence in expressing emotions and understanding how our friends may feel too.

With the warmer weather this week our young learners have continued to be responsible citizens in caring for our flowers and vegetables, learning about the importance of what they need to grow and stay healthy. We have also had discussions about how we can look after ourselves in the sun by drinking plenty of water, finding shade and staying safe when outdoors.

Our young learners have been working together in pairs to complete number puzzles building on their existing early numeracy skills. Taking turns and listening to each other’s ideas whilst being supportive to one another. It has been wonderful to see everyone have fun whilst working as a team. check and improve

Primary 4 have been busy in our food technology room this week as part of their ongoing celebrations of First Holy Communion. To deepen their understanding of the Last Supper, pupils worked together to make their own bread, exploring both the symbolism and the practical skills involved.

Learners measured, mixed and kneaded the dough with great enthusiasm, showing teamwork and care throughout the process. As the bread baked, pupils reflected on the significance of sharing food and the meaning of this moment in the story of Jesus’ final meal with his disciples.

This hands‑on experience helped bring their learning to life, connecting faith, history and practical skills in a memorable and meaningful way.

Mr Young, Father Lamb, Mrs McCoy, Mrs Tominey and Mrs Duffy made the hour-long journey to Lendrick Muir on Thursday 27th May to join P7 for dinner and their evening activity. Mrs Duffy was absolutely delighted to hear from both Cathedral and Lendrick Muir staff how exceptional the children’s behaviour had been throughout the week.

Every pupil was eager to talk about their favourite activities and  even mentioned pupils commented on the Cathedral skills used and developed during their week at Lendrick Muir.

Many thanks to Mrs Campbell, Mrs Alison, Mrs Callaghan, Miss Tyrrell, Miss Cameron, Mr Hamill  and Miss McGraw for giving so generously of their time and allowing our P7 Cathedral learners to have such an incredible experience.

Primary 6 pupils have been fully immersed in their human body learning this term and today they took their understanding of the digestive system to a whole new level. As part of their IDL work, learners created hands‑on models to simulate how food travels through the body.

From constructing and investigating the role of the stomach and intestines, pupils worked collaboratively to test, observe, and refine their designs. There was plenty of curiosity, problem‑solving, and a fair bit of laughter as they explored how our bodies break down and absorb nutrients.

This live learning experience gave pupils a memorable, practical insight into the science behind digestion while strengthening teamwork and inquiry skills.

What stood out most was how naturally our young people demonstrated real‑life skills — collaborating, problem‑solving, supporting one another, and engaging fully in every activity. These are the moments that show just how capable and confident our learners are becoming.

It’s always a joy to see our pupils shine, and last night was no exception.

Our Primary 6 pupils have been working incredibly hard as they prepare for our forthcoming production of Oliver! — and their enthusiasm is shining through in every detail. This week, they’ve been tea‑dyeing their costume shirts to give them an authentic Victorian look and the transformation has been wonderful to watch.

They’ve also been rehearsing their class scene, “Pick a Pocket or Two,” with all the cheeky charm the number deserves. In fact, during her learning walk today, Mrs Duffy discovered a few mischievous “pickpockets” in action, fully committed to their roles and having great fun bringing the story to life.

A reminder that tickets are still available from the front box office. We can’t wait to share this fantastic performance with you.

On Tuesday 26th May, Primary 7 rounded off their first day at Lendrick Muir around the campfire. Despite the children having already enjoyed a delicious dinner earlier in the evening, they still had room for the marshmallows they toasted.

A perfect end to an action-packed first day!