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Finally celebrating our achievements together in the school hall for a whole school achievement assembly! Well done to all of our winners today- you are all stars! https://t.co/SE7QgcI9u6
Finally celebrating our achievements together in the school hall for a whole school achiev...
Published on: 20-05-2022
Congratulations to the Melrose Festival Queen, Maddie, and her court. Thank you to all p7s who supported your peers at Appointment Night. You are a credit to our school. https://t.co/csZpOXxymg
Congratulations to the Melrose Festival Queen, Maddie, and her court. Thank you to all p7s...
Published on: 07-05-2022
Primary 7 enjoyed taking part in another @EarlstonHighSch Assembly with Mr Sinclair @jsinclairEHS this morning. This term they are going to be working hard to be the best versions of themselves ahead
Primary 7 enjoyed taking part in another @EarlstonHighSch Assembly with Mr Sinclair @jsinc...
Published on: 06-05-2022
This week P7 spent 3 days taking part fun activities linked to some of the skills that would have been covered during the P7 residential trip. Some of their favourite activities included bingo, mini r
This week P7 spent 3 days taking part fun activities linked to some of the skills that wou...
Published on: 29-04-2022
P3B have really enjoyed hunting for right angles this week and sorting 2D shapes by how many right angles they have. It’s always fun when we take our maths outdoors, especially when the sun shines! ht
P3B have really enjoyed hunting for right angles this week and sorting 2D shapes by how ma...
Published on: 19-04-2022
Three pupils from P3B successfully took part in the Galashiels Live Borders Mini Triathlon during the holidays. They trained really hard for this and we are super proud of them. https://t.co/1VbBXc4G
Three pupils from P3B successfully took part in the Galashiels Live Borders Mini Triathlon...
Published on: 19-04-2022
As part of their Healthy Lifestyle topic, P7D researched balanced healthy snacks, focusing on seasonal produce. They chose to make fruit kababs and smoothies. Yum! 🍎🍓🍌 https://t.co/A3kXXDmglz
As part of their Healthy Lifestyle topic, P7D researched balanced healthy snacks, focusing...
Published on: 29-03-2022
Today we participated in Down Syndrome Awareness Day by wearing and designing odd socks. We learned about Down’s Syndrome and the some of the challenges children with Down’s can face and we thought ab
Today we participated in Down Syndrome Awareness Day by wearing and designing odd socks. W...
Published on: 25-03-2022
Today Primary 7 put their Sports Leaders skills into practice by leading playground games with Primary 1. They delivered games with confidence and enthusiasm and made sure the P1 learners were active,
Today Primary 7 put their Sports Leaders skills into practice by leading playground games ...
Published on: 22-03-2022
🎉 A big congratulations to our Euroquiz Team for winning the Scottish Borders heat! They worked hard to gain knowledge about the EU and showed super independent learning skills. We can’t wait to see h
🎉 A big congratulations to our Euroquiz Team for winning the Scottish Borders heat! They ...
Published on: 21-03-2022
Last Friday P7D researched and discussed how the Red Cross is helping those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. They then made Ukrainian flags to show their support for the people of Ukraine 💛💙 https
Last Friday P7D researched and discussed how the Red Cross is helping those affected by th...
Published on: 16-03-2022
Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser for the Red Cross DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal last Friday. P3 and P4 learnt about why the sunflower is important to Ukraine and created beautifu
Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser for the Red Cross DEC Ukraine Humanitar...
Published on: 15-03-2022
P7D marked International Women’s Day by discussing equality and the importance of a world free of stereotypes where we celebrate and value our differences. 💓 The learners then reflected on women they
P7D marked International Women’s Day by discussing equality and the importance of a world ...
Published on: 08-03-2022
Primary 1, Primary 1/2 and Primary 2 have been learning what to do in the event of a fire and we received a visit from the fire brigade. Our learners had great fun using the fire hose and learning how
Primary 1, Primary 1/2 and Primary 2 have been learning what to do in the event of a fire ...
Published on: 04-03-2022
Primary 1 and Primary 1/2 came dressed in casual clothes or pyjamas to celebrate World Book Day. P7 pupils joined us to create ‘The Three Little Pigs’ scene using ARkmaker and in the afternoon our lea
Primary 1 and Primary 1/2 came dressed in casual clothes or pyjamas to celebrate World Boo...
Published on: 04-03-2022
As part of our Mental Health Week activities P7D created outdoor art inspired by Andy Goldsworthy, after researching his artwork. It was lovely to get out in the sunshine and get creative! 🌸 #MentalH
As part of our Mental Health Week activities P7D created outdoor art inspired by Andy Gold...
Published on: 11-02-2022
P7D created 'Happy Hands' in recognition of children's mental health week. Each pupil drew round their hand, cut it out and wrote their name on it. The hand was passed round the class for other pupils
P7D created 'Happy Hands' in recognition of children's mental health week. Each pupil drew...
Published on: 09-02-2022
P7D have been learning to create tone using pencil. They have experimented with shading and cross hatching to create light, medium and dark tones. They used the skills learned to create these super se
P7D have been learning to create tone using pencil. They have experimented with shading an...
Published on: 01-02-2022
P7D have been puzzling over Wordle, the daily word game, as part of their straight to skills task this week. Some learners are now ready to try the challenge level! 🤔🤯 #WordleStars #DailyWordleClub #W
P7D have been puzzling over Wordle, the daily word game, as part of their straight to skil...
Published on: 25-01-2022
We wanted to say a huge congratulations to Lara! Our school aim is 'to be the best we can be'. We think training hard and taking a gold at the Scottish Junior Indoor Singles Championships covers that!
We wanted to say a huge congratulations to Lara! Our school aim is 'to be the best we can ...
Published on: 18-01-2022
Morning everyone! Please take a look at our Christmas update. There are loads of festive experiences for our learners happening and we want parent/carers to hear about them. Please follow the link 😁
Morning everyone! Please take a look at our Christmas update. There are loads of festive e...
Published on: 15-12-2021
Some great learning through play in P3B. A pupil built a Roman fort which inspired others to build forts. They collaborated together to join their forts and used non-fiction texts to aid designs. F
Some great learning through play in P3B. A pupil built a Roman fort which inspired others...
Published on: 25-11-2021
Thank you to the pupils, staff, parents and carers who donated to Children in Need today. We had great fun dressing up and taking part in the Joe Wicks live workout. https://t.co/3P6w0JfOVA
Thank you to the pupils, staff, parents and carers who donated to Children in Need today. ...
Published on: 19-11-2021
This term the P7s are taking part in a Sports Leaders course with Gemma Ross, our active schools coordinator @LiveSchools. This week they adapted games using the ‘STEP’ process. They will be able to u
This term the P7s are taking part in a Sports Leaders course with Gemma Ross, our active s...
Published on: 16-11-2021
P7D have enjoyed learning about COP26 this week. They created their own pledge, writing about why it was important and how they would achieve it. They also used note taking skills while watching news
P7D have enjoyed learning about COP26 this week. They created their own pledge, writing ab...
Published on: 04-11-2021
What an industrious lot P3B have been this week! The pupils really enjoyed making 3D models to show the setting of the Lighthouse Keeper’s Lunch, a book we have used as a context for learning this te
What an industrious lot P3B have been this week! The pupils really enjoyed making 3D mode...
Published on: 08-10-2021
P1 went on an Autumn walk today. We looked for signs of Autumn and collected Autumn leaves then we worked in groups to make Autumn tree pictures in the school garden. https://t.co/bCVpcMdxC5
P1 went on an Autumn walk today. We looked for signs of Autumn and collected Autumn leaves...
Published on: 07-10-2021
Our P7s enjoyed meeting Mr Sinclair, Mrs Weston and the Head Team during the first P7 Assembly this morning. They’re already looking forward to the next one! @EarlstonHighSch 😄 https://t.co/MzuJcxxFoT
Our P7s enjoyed meeting Mr Sinclair, Mrs Weston and the Head Team during the first P7 Asse...
Published on: 01-10-2021
Primary 3B really enjoyed Maths Week 2021. They have been very motivated to work in groups, solve problems and apply their maths skills. Their favourite activities include: magic maths tricks, makin
Primary 3B really enjoyed Maths Week 2021. They have been very motivated to work in group...
Published on: 01-10-2021
“When we work together we can create something beautiful.” P7K collaborative art; ‘Cow’ & ‘Giraffe’ in oil pastel inspired by Scottish artist @stevenbrownART. https://t.co/UQWnBb0C2A
“When we work together we can create something beautiful.” P7K collaborative art; ‘Cow’ &a...
Published on: 24-09-2021
Our P7s are reading ‘Wonder’ as their class novel. They have taken time to reflect on and discuss the message of the book #bekind and have created artwork that reflects their learning on the importanc
Our P7s are reading ‘Wonder’ as their class novel. They have taken time to reflect on and ...
Published on: 24-09-2021
P1 and P1/2 had a busy afternoon yesterday building a Gruffalo story map in the school garden. We made a home for each of the characters and made sure that the story followed the correct sequence. htt
P1 and P1/2 had a busy afternoon yesterday building a Gruffalo story map in the school gar...
Published on: 10-09-2021
🌈 P7 Leavers 2021 🌈 We wish you all the best at High School and for the future. We have been so lucky to be part of your learning journey and are so proud of all your hard work and how far you have c
🌈 P7 Leavers 2021 🌈
We wish you all the best at High School and for the future. We have...
Published on: 24-06-2021
Festive Fun Day for P7! They all had a great day taking part in outdoor activities and were presented their Melrose Festival rosettes. 🏵 Many thanks to all the members of the Melrose Festival Committe
Festive Fun Day for P7! They all had a great day taking part in outdoor activities and wer...
Published on: 22-06-2021
P1/2 have had a busy week. On Monday we watched Scotland play in the Euros. On Tuesday we competed in Sports Day and today we worked hard to build a seesaw ⭐️ https://t.co/KIb0QQSrZn
P1/2 have had a busy week. On Monday we watched Scotland play in the Euros. On Tuesday we ...
Published on: 17-06-2021
Well done to our brilliant Euroquiz Team for coming 5th out of 24 schools in the Scottish National Final! We are so proud of your enthusiasm, hard work & independent learning and the teamwork you
Well done to our brilliant Euroquiz Team for coming 5th out of 24 schools in the Scottish ...
Published on: 16-06-2021
The 2021 Euroquiz Final has begun! Our Euroquiz Team could not be more excited to be taking part this afternoon. Wish them luck! 🤞🏽🎈 #Euroquiz2021 #EuroquizFinal @SEET_scotland https://t.co/ycylqTljTP
The 2021 Euroquiz Final has begun! Our Euroquiz Team could not be more excited to be takin...
Published on: 14-06-2021
P7 JRSOs evaluating entries for the Walk to School Week competition. Great discussion and responsibility shown. Some super prizes being allocated... #JRSO #WalkToSchool #SBC https://t.co/lE6zJj8jTz
P7 JRSOs evaluating entries for the Walk to School Week competition. Great discussion and ...
Published on: 28-05-2021
Hi there. We have a hugely exciting Principal Teacher opportunity - the appointed PT will be leading work on both literacy and digital technologies. We have a progressive and dynamic team. Could this
Hi there. We have a hugely exciting Principal Teacher opportunity - the appointed PT will ...
Published on: 27-05-2021
This morning P7 had a virtual visit from Mr Christensen and 2 former MPS pupils. They were given lots of useful information and had the opportunity to ask questions. They are even more excited to move
This morning P7 had a virtual visit from Mr Christensen and 2 former MPS pupils. They were...
Published on: 27-05-2021
Please help us... Watch the video below and please retweet and share as widely as you can. If we work together we can help stop this vandalism... @SBCEducation1 @EarlstonHighSch #community #responsib
Please help us... Watch the video below and please retweet and share as widely as you can....
Published on: 17-05-2021
P7s took their role of selecting 'Star Writers' from P3 very seriously. Full blown discussion about success criteria and whether or not they were successfully met. Super examples of persuasive writing
P7s took their role of selecting 'Star Writers' from P3 very seriously. Full blown discuss...
Published on: 11-05-2021
Congratulations to our P6 Euroquiz team on winning the Scottish Borders Heat! You all worked so hard in preparation and showed an amazing level of knowledge during the quiz as well as super team work
Congratulations to our P6 Euroquiz team on winning the Scottish Borders Heat! You all work...
Published on: 05-05-2021
A super result for both our P7 classes at Melrose Primary School this week, as there were over 100 classes taking part in this ‘Sumdog’ Maths contest. Great reinforcement of a whole range of numeracy
A super result for both our P7 classes at Melrose Primary School this week, as there were ...
Published on: 30-04-2021
MPS does Dalguise! ☀️ P7 have spent the last 3 days taking part fun outdoor activities linked to some of the skills and attributes that would have been covered during the P7 residential trip. More pho
MPS does Dalguise! ☀️ P7 have spent the last 3 days taking part fun outdoor activities lin...
Published on: 23-04-2021
Melrose Primary School ELC is advertising for an Early Years Officer, see link below. Closing date 25 April 2021 Early Years Officer - Melrose Primary School - | Scottish Borders Council | myjobscot
Melrose Primary School ELC is advertising for an Early Years Officer, see link below. Clos...
Published on: 12-04-2021
P7 pupils took part in their first virtual assembly with @jsinclairEHS today. The pupils enjoyed meeting some of the staff members that would be working with them when they move up to S1. They can’t w
P7 pupils took part in their first virtual assembly with @jsinclairEHS today. The pupils e...
Published on: 24-03-2021
P7 taking time to remember the people who have died during the Covid pandemic and reflect on their own experiences during the past year 💜💛 #1minutesilence #reflection #respect #Covid19 https://t.co/Qj
P7 taking time to remember the people who have died during the Covid pandemic and reflect ...
Published on: 23-03-2021
P7 have had fun completing a World Book Day Bingo task today. 📖💫 The tasks have included reading in usual places, reading a set of instructions to bake or cook something, designing and creating a char
P7 have had fun completing a World Book Day Bingo task today. 📖💫 The tasks have included...
Published on: 04-03-2021
Today P7 began listening to a series of Positive Affirmation Podcasts. They listened to the first episode on what positive affirmations are and how they can help improve our wellbeing. Some learners t
Today P7 began listening to a series of Positive Affirmation Podcasts. They listened to th...
Published on: 24-02-2021
Hannah is cutting her hair short to donate it to The Little Princess Trust, a charity that makes wigs for children who have lost their hair through cancer treatment or other conditions. If you would
Hannah is cutting her hair short to donate it to The Little Princess Trust, a charity that...
Published on: 24-02-2021
P6M have also been making bird feeders but using toilet rolls - a great bit of recycling! They have used their iPad technology to take beautiful pictures of these some have created pictures of the bir
P6M have also been making bird feeders but using toilet rolls - a great bit of recycling! ...
Published on: 29-01-2021
Very proud of our P7s and their response to setting kindness goals to help support others! Love this example from Sara, I'm sure there will be some happy children in Melrose! 🤗😀 https://t.co/Gi44aS0eh
Very proud of our P7s and their response to setting kindness goals to help support others!...
Published on: 25-01-2021
In Primary 4 we have been learning about the Arctic and Antarctica. Some our Zoologists wrote to David Attenborough. Evie Adamson was delighted when she received a response! How lovely to know that he
In Primary 4 we have been learning about the Arctic and Antarctica. Some our Zoologists wr...
Published on: 22-01-2021
P6K have been discussing the meaning of Christmas today. We appreciate spending time with family and friends. Although this year is a bit different we are enjoying playing board games together. https:
P6K have been discussing the meaning of Christmas today. We appreciate spending time with ...
Published on: 17-12-2020
This year instead of receiving presents from Miss Duthie and Mrs Riddell, P7 researched charities and chose to donate to Cash for Kids @RadioBorders and support the amazing work they do in our local c
This year instead of receiving presents from Miss Duthie and Mrs Riddell, P7 researched ch...
Published on: 17-12-2020
Well done Melrose PS for your fantastic donation to Galashiels Foodbank. An extra special well done to the P3 year group for sorting it all out, ready to be collected. https://t.co/n4CJLOeiYl
Well done Melrose PS for your fantastic donation to Galashiels Foodbank. An extra special ...
Published on: 16-12-2020
Fantastic response from children and parents for our Thoughtful Tuesday appeal for local foodbank. Can't see our library floor! Thank you to everyone for this act of kindness. https://t.co/UR20c2IPEH
Fantastic response from children and parents for our Thoughtful Tuesday appeal for local f...
Published on: 15-12-2020
