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We rounded off the term with a fabulous Viking Feast with roast chicken, venison, doughballs and vegetables. The children had also prepared hand made Viking bread, oatcakes and hand churned butter. Pupils then also enjoy an Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt … Continue reading →

As part of their ‘Viking’ project pupils researched Viking longships. They created their own longship in the classroom and we think it looks very realistic!

Pupils have been participating in online concerts provided by Seall. There has been a variety of music and dance / ceilidh opportunities through this virtual delivery. The children of Raasay have really embraced this week on week with regular attendance … Continue reading →

Pupils came to school in non-uniform and took part in lots of fun activities for Red Nose Day. We held an assembly on how the money raised helps other children in the Uk and further afield. They raised the fantastic … Continue reading →

As part of their Viking Art pupils have been learning about the Northern Lights – what causes them and what the Vikings thought they were. The northern lights are caused by electrons being blown out by the solar wind. These … Continue reading →

For our last ‘Forest Schools’ session this term – what better way to round off the day than some marshmallows toasted on the bonfire! We look forward to our regular forest school sessions next term.

These cute felt covered ‘Pebble Pets’ are the ideal pet – no mess, no fuss and always there when you need them! Pupils designed and made their own felt covered pebble creatures, can you spot them hiding in the woods?

Pupils continuing with their Cross Country Training – and enjoying some lovely weather for it!

Today, in Forest School, pupils were learning to do some ‘God’s Eye’ weaving. This involved measuring lengths of stick and sawing them – they had to make sure both pieces were the same length. They then used colourful wools to … Continue reading →

Due to COVID restrictions, schools will not be gathering this year for the annual Skye Schools’ Cross Country Championship. However, High Life Highland have set up a virtual Cross Country which Raasay pupils will be taking part in. First of … Continue reading →