Former Ayton Primary and Eyemouth High School pupil  and BBC screenwriter, Kirstie Swain, visited P7 pupils at Eyemouth Primary School this week. The classes are currently learning how to write their own scripts and Kirstie was able to share her experiences and give them some tips for writing a successful script.

At present, Kirstie is working on her second ‘Holby City’ script for the BBC; she has also written two episodes of ‘Doctors’ and her first ‘Eastenders’ episode is due to be broadcast soon. Kirstie’s first experience of writing professionally was when she undertook a week’s work experience at The Berwickshire News while she was in 4th year at Eyemouth High School.

The teachers are hoping that pupils will be inspired to go on and write their own exciting scripts which will include dialogue and stage directions to add detail.

(Don’t forget to watch Kirstie’s episode of ‘Eastenders’ on the 4th September!)