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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow school's 'unforgettable' trip after £27k boost
The primary seven children from Cadder Primary in Gilsochill are twinned with Colegio Sorolla in Valencia, and after a £27,000 boost from the Turing Scheme which made the trip affordable for families, and months of hard work by teachers, they finally got to meet their Spanish peers. Headteacher Damian Nicholas said the trip had been a 'milestone' in the pupils' primary school journey. 'It broadened their horizons, built confidence and created memories that will last a lifetime,' he added. 'Many of these young people were going abroad for the first time and we are incredibly proud of how they represented our school and city.' (Image: Cadder Primary) Cadder Primary began weekly Spanish lessons for all pupils in the school, with teacher Katie O'Brien, last year. 'At the same time, we were also successful in our application to the Turing Scheme, a UK government initiative for schools which provides funding for international study and work placements,' said Damian. Cadder Primary was awarded £27,000 for a five-day educational and cultural trip to Valencia for a group of primary seven pupils. (Image: Cadder Primary) For the next few months, teachers and pupils in Glasgow took part in a range of activities designed to build up partnerships with Colegio Sorolla, including a Spanish Week, celebrating Spanish music, art, food and culture. Last month, children headed to Valencia, where they spent time on Cullera Beach and visited L'Oceanogràfic, Europe's largest aquarium, to learn about marine life, from graceful dolphins to mysterious jellyfish. 'At Colegio Sorolla, the pupils were warmly welcomed by their Spanish peers, and together they participated in joint lessons, games and cultural exchanges,' says Damian. 'It was heartwarming to see friendships blossom across borders and languages, reinforcing the value of global citizenship.' The group also explored the historic heart of Valencia. 'The children were fascinated by the city's rich history and stunning architecture,' added Damian. 'Later, we visited Gulliver's Park, where the giant playground structure based on the story of Gulliver's Travels provided endless fun and laughter.' Primary seven pupil Harris Campbell, 11, said: 'I loved learning about Spain, its language and its people. 'My favourite thing was visiting the old town because I like learning about history and the architecture of old buildings. I also really enjoyed going to the beach every day. 'It was the best school trip ever and a bargain because it only cost about £50.' Principal Teacher, Stefanie Szula said: 'Taking our primary seven children to Valencia was a fantastic and memorable experience. 'For many, it was their first time travelling abroad, making it especially meaningful. They had the unique opportunity to explore a different culture whilst sharing the experience with their peers.' In June, children who attended the Valencia trip were invited to the City Chambers for lunch and a meeting with the Lord Provost Councillor Jacqueline McLaren. 'The pupils returned brimming with excitement and unforgettable memories,' said Damian. 'The experience, which combined learning, friendship and fun, was a resounding success and a perfect way to round off their final year at primary school.'
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Paralympian visits Glasgow primary school to teach kids about energy saving
Stephen Clegg visited a Glasgow school to deliver a workshop on the importance of saving energy (Image: Supplied) A Paralympics GB athlete visited a primary school to teach pupils about energy saving. Stephen Clegg visited Cadder Primary School in Glasgow on June 18 to deliver a workshop on the importance of saving energy, in partnership with British Gas. Advertisement The event was part of British Gas' Get Set for Positive Energy Roadshow, which is designed to educate pupils across the UK on energy-saving behaviours and habits. A total of 84 pupils participated in the workshop, which was led by the paralympic swimmer and representatives from British Gas, and included a wide range of activities for the youngsters to participate in. The pupils were asked to design posters to encourage energy saving at home and school, identify ways to prevent energy misuse and suggest improvements to make their school more environmentally friendly. Read more: New lab aiming to become world's most advanced opens in Glasgow, creating jobs (Image: Supplied) Advertisement (Image: Supplied) Damian Nicholas, headteacher at Cadder Primary School, said: "The energy-saving workshop hosted by Stephen Clegg and British Gas was such a fantastic opportunity for our students, and we can't thank everyone enough for their time and passionate attitude, which certainly inspired the children. "We believe it's so important to shape the minds of tomorrow and encourage them to engage in energy-saving habits from a young age, and it was great to see our pupils so engaged in activities on the topic." Hannah Lawrance, strategic brand partnerships lead at British Gas, said: "We really enjoyed visiting Cadder Primary School yesterday alongside Stephen Clegg for our Get Set for Positive Energy workshop. "We met some brilliant pupils who threw their all into the energy-saving activities we had planned, which was great to see. Advertisement "The programme aims to educate children on building a more sustainable future, which helps us to create a more sustainable community for all. "We're using our partnership with Team GB and ParalympicsGB to inspire schools to get more active and consider different ways to create a positive impact." (Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied) Read more: Do you really have to pay to sit with your children on a flight The Get Set for Positive Energy Roadshow is part of the broader Get Set for Positive Energy initiative. This free cross-curricular programme hopes to educate young people aged five to 11 on the importance of saving energy to drive change, getting active, and building healthy everyday habits. Advertisement Through this initiative, British Gas hopes to reach up to 8,500 schools and 1.5 million young people and families across the UK by 2028. They aim to inspire young people to take an active role in creating a greener future for themselves and their community, motivated by the Olympic and Paralympic values. For more information on the programme can visit the Get Set for Positive Energy website.
