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Raasay Primary School is currently undertaking the Scottish Book Trust accreditation programme – Reading Schools. This is designed to build and sustain a whole school reading culture and the award system builds from Core through to Gold. We are currently … Continue reading →

After our Easter Break – with some lovely weather, pupils were delighted to have their first P.E.kayaking session of the summer term. The weather was perfect for their first paddle out on the Home Loch and the boys are continuing … Continue reading →

Pupils in the Nursery created beautiful flower art as part of their learning about Mothers’ Day celebrations. They took inspiration from the garden and spring flowers to create their artwork. We hope that all Mums enjoyed their gifts and special … Continue reading →

On Tuesday 25th March, Police Officers Rory Chalmers and Dawn Matheson visited the school as part of community engagement. The boys had the opportunity to find out more about what being a Police Officer involves and what duties they might … Continue reading →

Pupils in Raasay Primary and Nursery enjoyed taking part in Red Nose Day activities for Comic Relief. There were lots of fun themed games and challenges – rounded off by a ‘Nose and Spoon’ race!! A donation of £30 was … Continue reading →

As part of our HWB and Literacy with a focus on reading for enjoyment, pupils were delighted to have a visit from Freya, our school pet. The boys read to Freya in our newly developed library. This has been her … Continue reading →

On Tuesday 4th March pupils made pancakes for ‘Pancake Day’. Pupils had to carefully follow the recipe and use their Maths skills in weighing and measuring ingredients. The boys did a fantastic job of flipping their pancakes and then enjoyed … Continue reading →

Pupils at Raasay Primary School undertook Heartstart CPR training with representatives from the Lucky2Bhere charity. They also learnt how to use a defibrillator.

We are delighted that we are now back in growing season and receiving our weekly veg box from Raasay Walled Garden. Our pupils are very fortunate to have delicious, home-grown veg which is not only very healthy for us but … Continue reading →

On Wednesday 12th March, Artair from Gaelic Community Learning visited the school to lead a Gaelic Drama workshop. The boys were tasked with designing their own flag using elements of Gaelic. This was a wonderful opportunity for the boys to … Continue reading →