P2/1 have been learning about the Zones of Regulation. This fantastic system helps children understand their emotions and take control of their choices. Primary 2 children used their experience to introduce the 4 different zones to the primary 1 and nursery children, explaining how they feel, what can help, and linking everything the the Colour Monster story that both classes know and love. The children developed important talking and listening skills during the presentations such as speaking loudly and clearly to the audience, and using visual prompts to support understanding.

As part of our commitment to challenging diversity, we have been working on The Show Racism The Red Card national competition for schools. We have been learning about the important role that we all can play in tackling racism and discrimination and the children had very mature and well-thought responses in our discussion in assembly. Here are a selection of the fantastic entries that Longridge submitted to the competition.

For our IDL topic this term, Primary 4 wanted to learn about different countries. We used our digital skills to research and gather information on a country. We then used our creativity skills to create a fact file.

P7/6 have shown how creative they can be this week with their entries for the ‘Show Racism the Red Card’ schools competition. The competition encourages entrants to spread a positive anti-racism message through a choice of formats. Our entries range from pieces of art, to football boot designs and even songs and musical compositions, all highlighting this important issue in different ways. Well done P7/6 and good luck!

P2/1 have loved all the opportunities that Wellbeing Week has offered them to try new things, build relationships and have fun!

We had the chance to work and play with every other class in the school. Children collaborated to make smoothies with a twist – they chopped up fruits, selected their favourites, and then took turns to power the blender with the special smoothie bike!

We learned how to use our bodies in new ways during taster sessions for yoga, martial arts, fitness, singing and dance.

We explored a range of different hobbies including play-dough making, board games, painting and hamma beads.

We learned about emotional wellbeing, and showed kindness and care for each other by giving kind notes and gifts. Children showed lots of empathy and respect for each other.

We had great fun in a silent disco, playing hello bingo, making crafts and visiting the park. There were so many opportunities for children to work with other groups and share their talents and interests. What a wonderful week!