by The Editor | Mar 20, 2018
Primary 5 and Primary 6 at Bonnyrigg Primary School have just finished performing “Alice – The Musical” to the school, their parents and carers. The children worked so hard learning many songs, and principal roles learned lots of lines. Staff worked tirelessly alongside the children to create scenery, props and costumes for the show, and for this we are all extremely grateful. A special mention goes to one of our parents, Mrs Purdie, who gave up lots of her spare time to come in and help with scenery and props too – thank you! The children had a fantastic time enhancing their learning in, through and about Expressive Arts, whilst experiencing the inspiration and power that the arts can offer!
by The Editor | Mar 11, 2018
The Newtongrange Book Fairies are coming and guess what…. They LOVE reading!!! They want to share their love for reading with the whole community and over the weekend will be hiding books around the school and rest of the community for everyone to find! The idea of the Book Fairies is simple. At Newtongrange Primary School we love to read and share the books we’ve read. And guess what – everyone loves a nice surprise! These two things come together with the Book Fairies – giving people in the community a chance to take part in the discovery of our hidden books and share a love for reading with all.
From Monday keep your eyes peeled for the books… They could be anywhere, perhaps in the park, Co-op, the gym hall or even your classroom! So what happens if you find one? First of all sign the back of the bookmark and enjoy reading the book. (If for any reason the book is damaged please return it to the school) When you’re finished reading, simply put the book back where you found it for someone else to find and enjoy! Ask an adult to share your experience on our school twitter or email the school to see where they have been found!
BlackDiamond 107.8FM will be broadcasting an interview with teacher, Mrs Mitchell and 2 pupils at around 5.15 pm on Monday 12 March.
by The Editor | Feb 20, 2018
…a ‘cracking good idea!’
Parents, staff and children in Gorebridge Primary have been enjoying their brand new family breakfast initiative as part of the School Improvement and Pupil Equity plans. Families are welcomed from 8am every Tuesday and have enjoyed cereal, fruit, toast and croissants as well as taking part in a number of exciting activities.
Feedback from families has been amazing!
by The Editor | Jan 12, 2018
A link to this article can be found here: http://outdoorlearning.mgfl.net/2018/01/12/developing-attainment-with-outdoor-learning/
by The Editor | Dec 21, 2017
As part of the Corn exchange community engagement project, pupils from Saltersgate school have been developing an exciting piece of work in response to the story of the escaped monkeys from the Zoo circus in 1933 in Ironmills Park.
Using newspaper articles as a starting point, the pupils have been creating drawings and images to illustrate the story and have created a short piece of animation.
