On Thursday 31^st of March, pupils, staff and parents took part in a celebration of Spanish Culture as part of St. John’s Primary School’s development of teaching Spanish throughout the school. It was an opportunity for children to showcase their learning, with pupils from Primary 4 to Primary 7 leading the activities. We were also delighted to welcome along Elizabeth Clingan, a Languages Development Officer from South Lanarkshire Council. Parents and pupils had the opportunity to get hands on with lots of aspects of Spanish culture featuring Spanish cooking, which included homemade churros, pinchos, paella and magdalenas.

In the Spanish Art class, parents and pupils worked together to create their own Pablo Picasso drawings. We had Spanish storytelling in the library and a very interactive Spanish language lesson! A fantastic time was had by all and a huge well done to our dedicated staff and pupils for organising and leading the activities. Thank you also, to all the parents and carers who took part so enthusiastically in all the activities. The feedback received on the day gives a flavour of how much everyone enjoyed the event.

” Great morning! Enjoyed seeing and learning about the Spanish teaching. Excellent experience.” P2 mum

“What a fantastic morning! Great fun and a brilliant day of learning with the kids. I wish I was back at school!” P2 mum

“Thoroughly enjoyed our Spanish experience today. Very impressed with how much the staff and children know about all things Spanish!” Parents of P1 and P5 pupils

“Really enjoyed this afternoon. It was lovely to see everything Taylor is learning. You have inspired me to look into Spanish lessons!” P1 mum