This week in P6/7 we enjoyed playing handball with P4/5. We also had great fun working as a team on our chocolatey packaging production line. We had to work collaboratively to follow the steps and be as efficient as possible.
Primary 1 have loved our Wednesday morning music and storytelling sessions. We have been learning about musical instruments, joining in with fun stories and songs and playing some fun games too!
We’ve had a busy start to the New Year in Primary 1! We had fun outside in our icy sand pit and we have finished the week playing ‘kaboom’ and ‘roll a number’ games to help us learn our tricky words. A great start to 2026!
We have been looking at addition and subtraction in Numeracy and have been focusing on inverse operations. Primary 3 have become experts at this and have helped an alien to understand more about inverse operations by designing posters. In writing we completed our final Narrative Text about missing Christmas presents. We have had a busy week and have also enjoyed doing lots of Christmas artwork as well as attending our Christmas party and watching the P1 Nativity.
For the last 4 weeks, Primary 1 have been singing and playing games with Mrs Gray from NYCOS. We have had lots of fun learning some new songs that we will continue to sing in class.
This week in P7 was packed with exciting learning experiences! We learned numeracy skills through Building Thinking Classrooms, where pupils collaborated and had fun solving challenges in creative ways. In P.E., Inveralmond CHS S6 students came to help us with our football skills! We also welcomed parents into our Open Classroom for reading, where together we explored and analysed an extract from The BFG. It was fantastic to see families engaging with literacy and sharing ideas.
This week, Primary 5 have been learning about the significance of Remembrance Day and the importance of honouring those who have served and sacrificed. Through stories, discussions, and reflection, the children have gained a deeper understanding of why we wear poppies and take time to remember.
We read The Fallen by Laurence Binyon, a moving poem that reminds us of the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for peace. The children listened thoughtfully and shared their ideas about what remembrance means to them.
To mark this special occasion, the children got creative with two beautiful poppy-themed crafts:
🌺 Cutting Craft Poppies – Using red and black paper, the children carefully cut and assembled their own poppies. This hands-on activity helped develop fine motor skills while reinforcing the symbolism of the poppy.
🌞 Suncatcher Poppies – We also made vibrant suncatcher poppies using tissue paper and clear contact sheets. These lovely creations now hang in our classroom windows, catching the light and serving as a gentle reminder of remembrance and hope.
We’re so proud of the thoughtful conversations and beautiful artwork the children have shared. It’s been a meaningful way to connect with history and express gratitude through creativity.
Primary 2/3 had the exciting opportunity to visit West Lothian college last week, to take part in a fantastic play-based and outdoor learning experience.
The children had a brilliant time exploring the college’s playroom, getting creative with Halloween-themed crafts and artwork, and enjoying lots of fun outdoor activities. Their enthusiasm and imagination were on full display throughout the morning!
A big thank you to the college students who looked after our children so well. They provided a warm, supportive environment and gained valuable hands-on experience to support their own learning and development.
It was a wonderful experience for everyone involved — we’re already looking forward to the next visit!
Primary 5 and Primary 6 enjoyed collaborating with one another during an outdoor scavenger hunt. All groups demonstrated excellent team working skills and enjoyed being outside.
