The Edinburgh Academy

🪾Our Primary 3 pupils have been stepping back in time as part of their Outdoor Learning activities ⚒️

Using branches gathered from the garden around the polytunnel, they have been learning how Vikings built fences by hand and putting their skills into practice to build their own fences.
A fantastic hands-on way to bring history to life while developing , , problem-solving, and practical outdoor skills👏

📱We were delighted to support the wonderful work of the Edinburgh Young Carers by donating a number of school iPads through our Charities Committee.

These devices will help provide young carers with access to learning, resources and opportunities, supporting them in balancing their caring responsibilities with their education and personal development ✨

P3 had a fabulous Viking Day where they had a fun-filled day of Viking themed activities including craft, bread making, Hnefatafl competitions, and a traditional burning of their longboats 🛶

Today is 'Thank a Teacher Day' and pupils wrote some special thank you messages to their favourite teachers and staff at the Junior School 🤗🥰

We would also like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to all the teachers and staff who work with and support our EA pupils across the Nursery, Junior School and Senior School. Your dedication and encouragement make a real difference every day. The care and commitment you show do not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you do to help our pupils thrive 💙✨

Pictured:
Jessica with Mrs Houghton (Learning Support Assistant)
Zola with Mrs Boyd (Junior School Nurse)
Archie & Felix with Mrs Scotland (Receptionist)

⚡️ Go, Greased Lightnin'! 🏎️

Our Senior School musical dress rehearsals have been in full swing, and we are delighted to welcome friends and family to our first opening night of the week. Wishing our cast and crew an electrifying performance as they transport us to the world of Grease and bring Rydell High to life on stage 🎭

The Independents by Sodexo team at The Edinburgh Academy Senior School brought a splash of colour and sunshine to a rainy day with our Summer Smoothie Giveaway! ☀️🍓🍌

While the weather outside was less than summery, the team embraced the occasion by dressing in bright, colourful outfits and serving up delicious mixed berry smoothies packed with fruit, yoghurt, oats, and natural goodness.

It was fantastic to see so many pupils enjoying their complimentary smoothie and taking part in the fun. Events like these are a great way to promote healthy choices while creating memorable experiences for our school community.

A huge thank you to the team for their enthusiasm, creativity, and energy in making the day such a success.

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Success in the National Scientific Thinking Challenge 💭

Congratulations to the following pupils who achieved Bronze, Silver and Gold certificates in this year's National Scientific Thinking Challenge.
This competition provides an excellent opportunity for pupils to develop and apply their scientific reasoning skills beyond the curriculum, encouraging them to think critically and tackle challenging scientific problems.

Gold Certificates
Neil R (Top in Year)
Oscar F

Silver Certificates
George T
Martha P
Samuel K
Chloe M

Bronze Certificate
Perrie W

These awards are just one of the many opportunities available within Chemistry for pupils to stretch and challenge themselves outwith the classroom curriculum. We are delighted with their achievements and congratulate all participants on their hard work and success 👏

P3 had a wonderful time opening up their classrooms and sharing their learning about the Vikings with parents. They even challenged them to a game of Hnefatafl... can you guess who won? 👀

Primary 4 had a wonderful first residential camp to Broomlee Scottish Outdoor Education Centre. Despite mixed weather, they took part in a variety of activities which were designed to encourage communication, teamwork and problem solving. Through these experiences they developed essential qualities such as leadership, confidence and resilience. Most importantly they had fun! 🤗

Join the EA Big Band and guests for a summer evening in the incredible surrounds of the Bruntsfield Pianodrome https://www.pianodrome.org/

Expect swing worthy of the Duke himself, dusky slow jazz and up-tempo Latin numbers as well as some mixed combos made of our own EA jazzers and the friends they have made through playing jazz across the city. Show starts at 6.30pm, tickets £12, cafe open from 6pm 🎷🎶

Event - https://www.citizenticket.com/events/pianodrome/ea-big-band/