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Following on from their art workshop in March with Mexican artist, Daniel Godinez Nivon in collaboration with Atlas Arts, pupils were invited to the hall for an immersive art exhibition – ‘Inner Sun Dreaming’. Pupils enjoyed reconnecting with Daniel and … Continue reading →

On Monday 25th May, our P6 pupil had the opportunity to spend the school day in the Portree Primary P6 class. The idea is to provide early transition opportunities for our senior pupils and this will hopefully be the first … Continue reading →

As part of our Reading Schools Silver Award journey, pupils in Raasay Nursery went out and about with their ‘Book Bus’ and stopped outside the local shop to engage with members of the community in reading and sharing stories. This … Continue reading →

As our topic ‘The Greeks’ comes to an end, pupils enjoyed learning about and experiencing some Greek foods. On our tasting menu we had: olives, feta cheese, falafel, frankfurters, crepes, croissant, pretzels, egg, sun dried tomatoes anchovies – some foods … Continue reading →

In STEM lessons, Primary pupils have recently been learning about coding a microbit. They were challenged with coding a microbit to turn the lights on when the light level dropped or when someone came into the room. As an extension … Continue reading →

On Thursday 2nd April, Raasay pupils were invited to an afternoon of Easter activities by the local Community Council in collaboration with Raasay Walled Garden. The pupils decorated their own eggs before having an Easter chick and egg hunt! Everyone … Continue reading →

April Fools’ Day comes to Raasay Primary and the boys were very excited to be told that, as a special treat, they were to get ‘brownies’ for break time – they were more than a bit disappointed to discover that … Continue reading →

After the successful Community Curling Event last year, the feedback from the community was that it was very enjoyable, inclusive and that all who attended would love to see another curling event take place. The boys organised this for March … Continue reading →

Continuing their STEM work – learning about Renewable Energy – pupils were learning about batteries and energy storage. They were given zinc washers, 2p coins, cardboard, salt, vinegar and a multi meter and were asked to build a battery. After … Continue reading →

As part of their end of term SHHANARRRI rewards and the Health and Wellbeing curriculum, Raasay Primary School pupils and staff undertook a whole school outing to Skye Alapacas in Braes. This was followed by a pizza lunch at The … Continue reading →