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We celebrated World Book Day on Thursday 5th March. We all enjoyed coming to school dressed as our favourite characters or themes from a book. We were joined on the day by our Pets as Therapy dog, Freya and her … Continue reading →

This term we have been really enjoying Murdo visiting for YMI. We have been progressing really well with learning lots of tunes an each week Murdo has been giving us a new tune to learn as he says we are … Continue reading →

As part of ‘Seachdainn na Gaidhlig’ (World Gaelic Week)  we (P4-6) took part in a collaborative ‘Day of Culture’ with Staffin and Kilmuir Primary Schools on Thursday 26th February. The theme this year is ‘Use it or lose it’ (Cleachd … Continue reading →

We were delighted to have recently been successful in our application for our fifth Eco-Schools Scotland Green Flag Award! The feedback below shows how much the hard work and efforts of the pupils were appreciated and we thank the community … Continue reading →

As part of their STEM topic ‘Designing a School of the Future’ pupils were tasked with finding out which sources of renewable energy would generate the most electricity. They had to experiment using solar panels and wind turbines (using a … Continue reading →

The Nursery pupils were learning all about feelings and emotions. They also very much enjoyed their visit to Macdiarmid Nursery where they enjoyed sharing stories, outdoor play and the opportunity to make friendships.

On Friday 20th February, Raasay pupils took part in the Seall Arts Ceilidh which supports Alzheimer Scotland. An afternoon of music and light refreshments was enjoyed by the community. The pupils performed their version of ‘Calum’s Road’ which was much … Continue reading →

Pupils in Raasay Nursery were learning about Chinese New Year. They learnt about 2026 being the Year of the Horse, Chinese Zodiak and traditional way of celebration. They also enjoyed a Chinese themed snack of noodles, hoisin sauce and a … Continue reading →

On Monday 23rd February pupils undertook a workshop provided by the National Library of Scotland in collaboration with Seachdainn na Gaidhlig (Gaelic Week). The pupils were tasked with producing an artwork inspired by the many, and varied, words and phrases … Continue reading →

Pupils in Raasay Primary School celebrated Pancake Day by making their own pancakes. They had to follow the recipe, weigh ingredients and cook the pancakes. They did a fantastic job with all agreeing that they were delicious!