This week the children of Fair Isle Primary went on a trip to Lerwick for two nights, staying at the Anderson High School Halls. The plane was delayed on Monday so unfortunately we missed our first swimming lesson but we made it in time for dinner then went to Clickimin Pool for an evening swim.
The following morning, we went back to the pool for an hour’s swimming lesson. After a well-deserved snack then an early lunch, we headed into town to visit Harry’s toy shop to spend our pocket money and have a play at the park.
After that, we visited Lerwick Police Station and met Sergeant Alan and Constable Anya. We had a tour of the police station. We learned about the equipment they carry and were able to try on Alan’s vest – it was very heavy! Next we met Bravo the dog who works for the police. We learned about his job to sniff out illegal substances. He was very friendly and enjoyed some belly rubs. One of the most exciting parts of the visit was exploring the prison cells! There was only a toilet and a mattress on the floor! We could see our friends on the cameras. We had our custody booking photos taken and some of us had our finger prints done too. Anya showed us the police van that had a cell in the back. She switched on the lights and sirens! Lerwick police station was definitely a highlight of the trip!
Shortly after that, we made our way down to Aa’ Fired Up for a pottery session. Freyja designed a coaster, Harris a trinket pot thing, Heidi a unicorn, Luca a sign and Ander a racing car. They will go into the kiln in the next week so we will get them another day. We enjoyed some fudge and a drink too.
After dinner, we went to Fjara for ice-cream and met Luca and Ander’s dad, Guillermo, who was in Lerwick training to be a retained firefighter for the isle. After that we went back to Halls to watch a movie then bed.
The following morning, we were up early and packed as we had to be in Aith for 0930 for our climbing wall session. We met Kevin who showed us the equipment and some techniques then it was time to climb up to the top. Everyone, except Heidi and Gillian, had a turn (we were very proud of Hollie too) or two.
It was a lovely day so we explored Michael’s Wood which is a fabulous place with trees and fun trails to follow! We loved it so much we stayed there for a picnic lunch and another play before heading to Tingwall Primary School for an afternoon visit.
A very friendly welcome party was there to greet us for a play at lunchbreak then it was time to go to class for a lesson. Freyja met other Primary 7s who were also transitioning to AHS after the summer which was very exciting for her! It was brilliant fun to experience a bigger school and to make new friends. Shortly after, it was time to head to the airstrip and make our way back to Fair Isle. We had an amazing trip!
