Two primary schools have struck gold with sportscotland.
Partnership schools Lochrutton and Shawhead Primary individually worked through the framework of the organisation’s School Sport Gold Award, showcasing their exceptional commitment to sport and physical activity.
And they have now been told they’ve received the gold award, recognising their dedication to promoting physical activity, sports participation and overall wellbeing.
The youngsters have tried their hands at pretty much every sport in the last few years – from learning about Paralympic sports such as boccia to attending after school badminton and football clubs.
Local volunteers, teachers and community sports coaches, all supported by Active Schools, have been delivering the sessions and there have also been fun festivals to take part in.
Senior pupils in P6 and P7 regularly take part in the play leaders programme, creating fun and engaging games for younger pupils.
Dumfries and Galloway Council leader, Councillor Gail MacGregor, said: “I would like to congratulate both Lochrutton Primary and Shawhead Primary for achieving such a fantastic award. sportscotland’s School Sport Gold Award is a significant milestone in the continued work being carried out to ensure sport, physical activity and wellbeing is prioritised within school for every pupil.”
“What is particularly important to highlight is the partnership between these two schools working together with their communities, working with volunteers, local sports club and of course our Active Schools and community sports team. This partnership approach supports the continued efforts of all to provide free, inclusive opportunities for our learners in which to learn, grow and achieve here in Dumfries and Galloway.”