1B enjoyed creating their 3D solar system banners, selecting their materials according to colour and size, and adding some extra sparkle. We learned about the different planets and listened to music from Holst's Planets Suite while we worked. #creativity

S1A have been getting to know their new school and local area during explore lessons. We had a lovely time spotting wildlife at the local pond this morning. #confidentindividuals #learningforsustainability

S1B have been thinking about some of the ways we keep our bodies healthy. We have been sorting food, washing fruit and veggies for messy play, taking part in brain gym and getting our bodies moving on a local walk! Phew that was tiring work. Well done S1B! #effectivecontributors

S1A have been learning all about dental health and hygiene in IDL. We had a go at brushing all of the stains from the 'teeth', talking about what food are healthiest for our teeth and even making our own teeth characters! These are brilliant. Well done S1A! #effectivecontributors

1B continued work on our Space theme during Explore time. We tried doing some yoga with an astronaut and we were very glad we had gravity to help us do the poses more easily! #confidentindividuals

NPA Costume learners are creatively busy prototyping neckpiece designs.  Working in 3D allows them to problem solve and adapt their designs when considering  wearability for users. #successfullearner #creativity

Fashion and Textile pupils have been developing their communication and digital skills this week by researching a design brief and creating mood boards, with everyone making their own personal choices. #skillsforlife #creativity #confidentindividuals

Rural skills started their lawn maintenance outcome for their estate maintenance portfolio at St Theresa's. #skillsforwork #effectivecontributors

Practical Cookery classes have been learning how to use potato peelings from our Cedarbank school potato crop to make crisps. We put thm on our vegetable bakes as a decoration - a crispy topping full of fibre that cuts down on food waste too. #learningforsustainability

Photography pupils took advantage of the good weather this week.  Tasked in a shoot to show their understanding of new photography terms some of our young people were very creative as both photographers and models. #successfullearners #confidentindividuals

One of our pupils brought in his medals from a successful weekend of competition swimming. What an achievement! #confidentindividual #widerachievement

What a creative way of learning new vocabulary words from our class novel 'Oranges in No Man's Land.'  #creativity #successfullearner

Well done to these Senior Phase Art and Design learners who are able to take on board feedback and adapt as they follow the creative process.  Amazing progress! #successfullearners #creativity

We are skill building our techniques in Fashion and Textiles.  Learners are understanding the need to use tools safely and accurately which are essential skills for learning, life and work. #successfullearners #skillsforlife #skillsforwork

This young learner took inspiration for his Art and Design Senior course work all the way from South Africa as some of his family are from this region.  What a fantastic black girdled lizard!  We are looking forward to seeing the iconic Table Mountain next. #successfullearner

This talented artist has earned a commission from the Scottish Youth Film Foundation for her painting of the West Lothian skyline! #confidentindividual #creativity

S1B walked to the shopping centre for Lifeskills Maths today. We are looking forward to using our local shops to help us learn during our Maths lessons! #learningforsustainability #activelearning #confidentindividuals

Mrs L was really pleased with her coffee and the service from this pupil in Steps to Work - excellent work! #effectivecontributor #skillsforwork

This Cedarbank teacher was gob smacked by the quality of this portrait painted in acrylic paint by one of our Senior Art and Design learners. #successfullearner #creativity

This 6B class had two birthdays this month🙂 They had little celebrations with hot chocolate and cupcakes each time! #celebrations #confidentindividuals