It has already been a busy start to the new term (just how we like it here in Fair Isle Primary School). We are cracking on with some new learning and enjoying catching up with each other after the October … Continue reading →

At the end of term, we said a very heartfelt goodbye to Hollie (or “Queen Hollie” as she has become known as at Fair Isle Primary School). Hollie and her family have lived in Fair Isle for twenty seven years, … Continue reading →

There was much excitement in the air as our first trip of the school year approached. These enrichment trips are so important for us here at Fair Isle. Firstly, and very importantly, they give our learners the chance to stay … Continue reading →

For those regular visitors to our blog, you will know that we place a lot of emphasis here at Fair Isle Primary School on I.D.L and self-directed learning. Our topic this term has been “lighthouses”, with the children engaging in … Continue reading →

One of the loveliest isle events, in our opinion, is Harvest. As a school, we always like playing our part in the fundraising as fresh produce is brought to the Fair Isle Hall, stalls sprout (if you’ll allow the pun) … Continue reading →

This week The Great British Beach Clean has been happening around the coastlines and shores of the country. Naturally, at Fair Isle Primary School, we play our part in this event and all the children are passionate advocates for keeping … Continue reading →

Did you know that Monday 21st September 2026 was International Day of Peace? Well, we certainly did here in Fair Isle (where we are very grateful for the peaceful – if not busy – nature of our island). We marked … Continue reading →

You may have read in our last blog about how we have been out and about in the community – this time being involved in a fascinating “time capsule” project at The Kirk. Marie, one of the island’s custodians of … Continue reading →

What a busy week it has been at Fair Isle Primary School. Carla, the ranger from FIBO (Fair Isle Bird Observatory) started off her sessions for the new school year with some fascinating biosecurity work. The children learned all about … Continue reading →

Our I.D.L topic this term is “Lighthouses”. Unsurprisingly, this features our local context, as we live in an island surrounded by notoriously choppy waters meaning these beautiful buildings are essential for seafarers who voyage near our shores. There are two … Continue reading →