Today, a small group of Form 7 artists visited Fettes College for a morning of art workshops inspired by the Italian/Scottish artist Eduardo Paolozzi. The children had a chance to work in 3D, mixed media, screen and mono print.Thank you to the Fettes Art Department for hosting this event. We had a fantastic time!

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Today, a small group of Form 7 artists visited Fettes College for a morning of art workshops inspired by the Italian/Scottish artist Eduardo Paolozzi. The children had a chance to work in 3D, mixed media, screen and mono print.Thank you to the Fettes Art Department for hosting this event. We had a fantastic time!

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Welcome to our latest mini concert! As always, there are performances from children right across the school from those just starting their musical journey to our more experienced musicians at the top of the school. A big thank you to our team of music teachers who continue to inspire all our children and it is lovely to see the Music School such a hive of activity! If children would like to play in next week’s concert, they need to speak to Dr Allsop.

Watch it here

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Welcome to our latest mini concert! As always, there are performances from children right across the school from those just starting their musical journey to our more experienced musicians at the top of the school. A big thank you to our team of music teachers who continue to inspire all our children and it is lovely to see the Music School such a hive of activity! If children would like to play in next week’s concert, they need to speak to Dr Allsop.

Watch it here

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Some of the nursery children have been thinking about symmetry this week and learning what makes something symmetrical!

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Some of the nursery children have been thinking about symmetry this week and learning what makes something symmetrical!

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The latest edition of The Publiciser has been published. Click here and subscribe to receive future editions and keep up to date with all that is happening at school!

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The latest edition of The Publiciser has been published. Click here and subscribe to receive future editions and keep up to date with all that is happening at school!

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Some of the children in the 'Bee' group in nursery hadn't tasted honey, so Miss Eddington had a honey tasting session with her little bees!

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Some of the children in the 'Bee' group in nursery hadn't tasted honey, so Miss Eddington had a honey tasting session with her little bees!

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P1s are immersed in the story of the Three Little Pigs and had to work in teams to investigate different building materials and their suitability for the job. They had to build with cheese crackers, wafers then a spaghetti and marshmallow combination. None of them were easy but they completed the challenge without eating too much of the construction materials!

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P1s are immersed in the story of the Three Little Pigs and had to work in teams to investigate different building materials and their suitability for the job. They had to build with cheese crackers, wafers then a spaghetti and marshmallow combination. None of them were easy but they completed the challenge without eating too much of the construction materials!

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Form 4 had a great day at the end of the last half term when Donald from Wildside Nature came in to help us learn all about the wildlife and environments of Scotland and China. We are currently studying these two countries in Humanities lessons and it was great to have some first-hand, practical experiences from an expert! There we lots of activities throughout the day but particular highlights were the bamboo race and building beaver dams. We had studied the living conditions and environments of both of these animals in the morning sessions and getting outside to do some activities was brilliant. Not only that, we managed to cope with near gale force winds! It was great to be able to welcome Donald back to school as his sessions are always informative, relevant to the curriculum and great fun.

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Form 4 had a great day at the end of the last half term when Donald from Wildside Nature came in to help us learn all about the wildlife and environments of Scotland and China. We are currently studying these two countries in Humanities lessons and it was great to have some first-hand, practical experiences from an expert! There we lots of activities throughout the day but particular highlights were the bamboo race and building beaver dams. We had studied the living conditions and environments of both of these animals in the morning sessions and getting outside to do some activities was brilliant. Not only that, we managed to cope with near gale force winds! It was great to be able to welcome Donald back to school as his sessions are always informative, relevant to the curriculum and great fun.

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Having played Loretto earlier on in the season we were expecting a tough hard-fought game. Loretto have a couple really skillful players who broke through our defense but Leo was ready for the challenge making a few great saves.

Our attack was once again ruthless in front of goal with Chay and Cody scoring a few goals each.  We have been working hard on keeping the ball and not giving it away too easily and it was evident today with our slick passing around back.  The boys played really well as a team and the constant, positive talking amongst the boys was brilliant to see especially a week before our trip down to Haileybury.

Well done on a good win.

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Having played Loretto earlier on in the season we were expecting a tough hard-fought game. Loretto have a couple really skillful players who broke through our defense but Leo was ready for the challenge making a few great saves.

Our attack was once again ruthless in front of goal with Chay and Cody scoring a few goals each.  We have been working hard on keeping the ball and not giving it away too easily and it was evident today with our slick passing around back.  The boys played really well as a team and the constant, positive talking amongst the boys was brilliant to see especially a week before our trip down to Haileybury.

Well done on a good win.

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The Form 5 Netball squad headed to wet and windy Edinburgh Academy, luckily for us we were playing indoors! Having not played EA at netball before it was going to be interesting to see how we got on so we could match our teams up better in the future. The girls played against P6 pupils that defintly had a height adavantage however our slick and skillful movement off the ball and knowledge of the rules were very evident. The girls were mixed into two different teams both being challenged in their quarters by EA.

The girls played well overall but the win went to EA.

Well done to all those involved!

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The Form 5 Netball squad headed to wet and windy Edinburgh Academy, luckily for us we were playing indoors! Having not played EA at netball before it was going to be interesting to see how we got on so we could match our teams up better in the future. The girls played against P6 pupils that defintly had a height adavantage however our slick and skillful movement off the ball and knowledge of the rules were very evident. The girls were mixed into two different teams both being challenged in their quarters by EA.

The girls played well overall but the win went to EA.

Well done to all those involved!

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All of the Under 9 boys travelled to Fettes for an hour of hockey in what ended up being fairly dry conditions. Our boys were split up into 3 mixed teams and played against the two Fettes teams and one Belhaven team. There was plenty of excellent hockey on show with a few terrific goals. We really showed that we could pass the ball around confidently and some of our boys lit up the pitch with their super individual skills. The games were played in great spirits with boys encouraging one another when things didn’t go well and congratulating each other when success came. It was lovely to see the U9s for the first time and the future of hockey at Cargilfield remains a positive one given the ability the boys showed today. Well done to everyone and thank you to Fettes for hosting us!

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All of the Under 9 boys travelled to Fettes for an hour of hockey in what ended up being fairly dry conditions. Our boys were split up into 3 mixed teams and played against the two Fettes teams and one Belhaven team. There was plenty of excellent hockey on show with a few terrific goals. We really showed that we could pass the ball around confidently and some of our boys lit up the pitch with their super individual skills. The games were played in great spirits with boys encouraging one another when things didn’t go well and congratulating each other when success came. It was lovely to see the U9s for the first time and the future of hockey at Cargilfield remains a positive one given the ability the boys showed today. Well done to everyone and thank you to Fettes for hosting us!

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It has been marvellous to receive news of scholarship success for a number of our Form 8 children. These assessments are still taking place for some, but so far well done to Venetia and Lottie on receiving academic exhibitions to Oundle, to Arty and Theo on being awarded academic scholarships to Loretto, to Oscar on his art scholarship to Loretto and Sophia who won a place at George Heriot's. Fantastic news and well done to all!

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It has been marvellous to receive news of scholarship success for a number of our Form 8 children. These assessments are still taking place for some, but so far well done to Venetia and Lottie on receiving academic exhibitions to Oundle, to Arty and Theo on being awarded academic scholarships to Loretto, to Oscar on his art scholarship to Loretto and Sophia who won a place at George Heriot's. Fantastic news and well done to all!

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) is experienced in the Nursery through exploration, experimentation and play.Our STEM area entices the children in to try out their theories as to why things work, how they work and how they can be changed or improved. The children lead the learning and staff resource our STEM area and support the children's learning by responding to their ideas. This can link in to a water area where the children build channels using guttering between our water pump station and water tray or it can be how they use the natural gradient beside the stem area to experiment with vehicles and forces. Our block play facilitates lots of extended learning as the children build, review and improve the various things they have constructed.We are extremely lucky to benefit from the specialist input of our science teacher who helps to resource, support and extend the children's learning. He also provides specialist input to staff to help extend and develop their practice in Science. The children's interest in learning and STEM is also extended through our annual Pre-Prep STEM day where various STEM ambassadors come to run workshops on a range of STEM topics including; bridge building, animal behaviours, sustainable eating, basic electronics and many more. We also participate in the Edinburgh Science Festival https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/.../english/58198.pdf which provides fantastic workshops which encourage the children to be inquistive and curious about science. 

To find out more about our Nursery, please contact [email protected]

Watch our Nursery film here https://youtu.be/79gLjd0F3lQ.www.cargilfield.com

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) is experienced in the Nursery through exploration, experimentation and play.Our STEM area entices the children in to try out their theories as to why things work, how they work and how they can be changed or improved. The children lead the learning and staff resource our STEM area and support the children's learning by responding to their ideas. This can link in to a water area where the children build channels using guttering between our water pump station and water tray or it can be how they use the natural gradient beside the stem area to experiment with vehicles and forces. Our block play facilitates lots of extended learning as the children build, review and improve the various things they have constructed.We are extremely lucky to benefit from the specialist input of our science teacher who helps to resource, support and extend the children's learning. He also provides specialist input to staff to help extend and develop their practice in Science. The children's interest in learning and STEM is also extended through our annual Pre-Prep STEM day where various STEM ambassadors come to run workshops on a range of STEM topics including; bridge building, animal behaviours, sustainable eating, basic electronics and many more. We also participate in the Edinburgh Science Festival https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/.../english/58198.pdf which provides fantastic workshops which encourage the children to be inquistive and curious about science. 

To find out more about our Nursery, please contact [email protected]

Watch our Nursery film here https://youtu.be/79gLjd0F3lQ.www.cargilfield.com

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In nursery, literacy and numeracy form key areas of learning for the children. We follow the Curriculum for Excellence (Early Level) which provides the key learning outcomes for each of the children. Staff track progress against these outcomes and monitor next steps and individual progress. Observations are then uploaded on to each child's e-learning journal with photographic or video evidence to share with parents. Parents are welcome to comment or upload any activities which they have done at home which might link of extend the child's learning. A couple of examples of observations in learning journals below:

The children develop a wide range of language and literacy skills including; extending and expanding their speech and language, comprehension and understanding, name writing, environmental text awareness, letter formations, listening skills and mark making. Similarly, there are a wider range of numeracy skills the children are developing in nursery; numeral recognition, number formation, one to one counting, recognising, ordering, sequencing and counting numerals, identifying and counting quantities in various ways, sizing and learning about numicon. Progress against all of these areas are supported and tracked throughout their time in nursery with regular updates to parents via termly parent/teacher meetings.

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In nursery, literacy and numeracy form key areas of learning for the children. We follow the Curriculum for Excellence (Early Level) which provides the key learning outcomes for each of the children. Staff track progress against these outcomes and monitor next steps and individual progress. Observations are then uploaded on to each child's e-learning journal with photographic or video evidence to share with parents. Parents are welcome to comment or upload any activities which they have done at home which might link of extend the child's learning. A couple of examples of observations in learning journals below:

The children develop a wide range of language and literacy skills including; extending and expanding their speech and language, comprehension and understanding, name writing, environmental text awareness, letter formations, listening skills and mark making. Similarly, there are a wider range of numeracy skills the children are developing in nursery; numeral recognition, number formation, one to one counting, recognising, ordering, sequencing and counting numerals, identifying and counting quantities in various ways, sizing and learning about numicon. Progress against all of these areas are supported and tracked throughout their time in nursery with regular updates to parents via termly parent/teacher meetings.

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‘Fight-or-flight’

Stress is stressful!

What is stress?

Stress is a survival mechanism. When danger appears stress can get humans out of trouble quickly. Your body cranks up the gears and throws all its resources into getting you moving. Your heart pumps furiously to increase blood pressure, glucose is sent to the muscles as a fuel injection, and you become totally focussed on what psychologists’ call ‘fight-or-flight’. Stress was extremely useful for primitive humans but for 21^st century humans it is a bit different. Feeling some amount of stress is normal but not all stress is bad. In the short-term stress can be helpful in keeping you motivated for a goal you have or keeping you alert. It is extremely common to be overwhelmed or stressed about something. Stress is something that everyone has experienced in their life.

Have you ever felt like you have so much going on and you’re not sure if you’ll be able to handle it all? This is called being overwhelmed or stressed. Stress happens when:

• - You have a lot of things going on at once.
• - You have an important decision to make.
• - An unexpected change in your life occurs.
• - A big event is coming up.
• - Something frightening happens.

Most common stressors for children and teenagers are:

• - Problems in a relationship or friendship.
• - Exam or test results.
• - Watching the news.
• - Bullying
• - Moving to a new house.
• - Getting a new sibling.
• - Arguments and much more.

How can it affect you?

Stress can affect your body, mind, feelings and behaviours. You can experience things like:

• - Headaches
• - Sweating

Heart pounding

• - Tense muscles
• - Feeling really low in energy

If these happens too often it can sometimes make you feel ill and forgetful. This will disturb your concentration on things that need to get done. When feeling anxious the mind will tend to focus on the negative things about situations. You may feel:

• - Sad
• - Angry
• - Helpless
• - Anxious
• - Irritated
• - Discouraged and feeling like you want to give up!

These feelings change your behaviour when going through something stressful. This will also affect sleeping and eating habits along with avoiding people or work you need to do.

What sort of things stress you out and how do you deal with them?

It is important to know what your stressors are so that you can come up with helpful ways to cope with them when they occur.

Helpful ways to cope with stress. Here are 6 ways to overcome stress:

1. 1. Take a few deep breaths.
2. 2. Focus on the things you can control. Focus on what you can do right away.
3. 3. Manage your time and make time to relax.
4. 4. Take care of your body by having enough sleep and healthy foods. Being active can improve your mood.
5. 5. Positive self-talk. Next time you feel stressed out – tell yourself things like ‘I know I can do it!’ or ‘I know how to handle this!’
6. 6. Talk to a friend or an adult.

Find out what works for you, take a break and stress less.

TP

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‘Fight-or-flight’

Stress is stressful!

What is stress?

Stress is a survival mechanism. When danger appears stress can get humans out of trouble quickly. Your body cranks up the gears and throws all its resources into getting you moving. Your heart pumps furiously to increase blood pressure, glucose is sent to the muscles as a fuel injection, and you become totally focussed on what psychologists’ call ‘fight-or-flight’. Stress was extremely useful for primitive humans but for 21^st century humans it is a bit different. Feeling some amount of stress is normal but not all stress is bad. In the short-term stress can be helpful in keeping you motivated for a goal you have or keeping you alert. It is extremely common to be overwhelmed or stressed about something. Stress is something that everyone has experienced in their life.

Have you ever felt like you have so much going on and you’re not sure if you’ll be able to handle it all? This is called being overwhelmed or stressed. Stress happens when:

• - You have a lot of things going on at once.
• - You have an important decision to make.
• - An unexpected change in your life occurs.
• - A big event is coming up.
• - Something frightening happens.

Most common stressors for children and teenagers are:

• - Problems in a relationship or friendship.
• - Exam or test results.
• - Watching the news.
• - Bullying
• - Moving to a new house.
• - Getting a new sibling.
• - Arguments and much more.

How can it affect you?

Stress can affect your body, mind, feelings and behaviours. You can experience things like:

• - Headaches
• - Sweating

Heart pounding

• - Tense muscles
• - Feeling really low in energy

If these happens too often it can sometimes make you feel ill and forgetful. This will disturb your concentration on things that need to get done. When feeling anxious the mind will tend to focus on the negative things about situations. You may feel:

• - Sad
• - Angry
• - Helpless
• - Anxious
• - Irritated
• - Discouraged and feeling like you want to give up!

These feelings change your behaviour when going through something stressful. This will also affect sleeping and eating habits along with avoiding people or work you need to do.

What sort of things stress you out and how do you deal with them?

It is important to know what your stressors are so that you can come up with helpful ways to cope with them when they occur.

Helpful ways to cope with stress. Here are 6 ways to overcome stress:

1. 1. Take a few deep breaths.
2. 2. Focus on the things you can control. Focus on what you can do right away.
3. 3. Manage your time and make time to relax.
4. 4. Take care of your body by having enough sleep and healthy foods. Being active can improve your mood.
5. 5. Positive self-talk. Next time you feel stressed out – tell yourself things like ‘I know I can do it!’ or ‘I know how to handle this!’
6. 6. Talk to a friend or an adult.

Find out what works for you, take a break and stress less.

TP

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The Pre Prep had an excellent charity disco on the final afternoon of the first half of term in aid of RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association). They all wore their Valentine themed outfits and really showed off their moves! Some excellent dancing and prizes were won during lots of dancing games. Well done P1, P2 and P3 for your amazing effort!

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The Pre Prep had an excellent charity disco on the final afternoon of the first half of term in aid of RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association). They all wore their Valentine themed outfits and really showed off their moves! Some excellent dancing and prizes were won during lots of dancing games. Well done P1, P2 and P3 for your amazing effort!

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Welcome to our latest mini concert and the final one of the first half of term. This has been a special week for the Music department as it has seen our first live music concert for nearly two years! We welcomed a small socially distanced audience to listen to our eight music scholars play a variety of pieces in Chapel on Monday evening; it was so good to hear applause once again and see the children respond so positively to a live audience again. The continued gradual easing of restrictions gives us hope that we will be able to welcome parents back to listen to our concerts in the not too distant future, fingers crossed! Well done to all this week’s performers and thanks, as always, to our talented team of music teachers!

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Welcome to our latest mini concert and the final one of the first half of term. This has been a special week for the Music department as it has seen our first live music concert for nearly two years! We welcomed a small socially distanced audience to listen to our eight music scholars play a variety of pieces in Chapel on Monday evening; it was so good to hear applause once again and see the children respond so positively to a live audience again. The continued gradual easing of restrictions gives us hope that we will be able to welcome parents back to listen to our concerts in the not too distant future, fingers crossed! Well done to all this week’s performers and thanks, as always, to our talented team of music teachers!

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Many congratulations to Venetia and Lottie who have been awarded academic exhibitions to Oundle, and to Sophia who has won a place at George Heriot’s!

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Many congratulations to Venetia and Lottie who have been awarded academic exhibitions to Oundle, and to Sophia who has won a place at George Heriot’s!

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A bitterly cold afternoon over in Mussleburgh, but the Under 10B boys were eager for their clash against Loretto, played at St Peter's Primary School.  Right from the off, we dominated possession and I was impressed at how well the boys kept their shape with Oliver and Honour very secure in defence, Leo S and Sasha always busy in the midfield and then Jamie and Leo Sm running hard up front regularly threatening the Loretto goal.  We put together some good pieces of hockey, passing and moving the ball confidently in to space, supporting each other and looking to move the ball in to the wide channels.  We scored 6 goals, with Jamie scoring three of them, but what was most pleasing was our build up play and the way in which everyone kept working hard and did not allow Loretto any time in our own half.

There was some super skills on show, a willingness to use the ball rather than try to dribble too much and as a result, we put constant pressure on the Loretto defence and they struggled to cope with having to deal with so much pressure.

Very well played indeed, boys; an excellent team performance!

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A bitterly cold afternoon over in Mussleburgh, but the Under 10B boys were eager for their clash against Loretto, played at St Peter's Primary School.  Right from the off, we dominated possession and I was impressed at how well the boys kept their shape with Oliver and Honour very secure in defence, Leo S and Sasha always busy in the midfield and then Jamie and Leo Sm running hard up front regularly threatening the Loretto goal.  We put together some good pieces of hockey, passing and moving the ball confidently in to space, supporting each other and looking to move the ball in to the wide channels.  We scored 6 goals, with Jamie scoring three of them, but what was most pleasing was our build up play and the way in which everyone kept working hard and did not allow Loretto any time in our own half.

There was some super skills on show, a willingness to use the ball rather than try to dribble too much and as a result, we put constant pressure on the Loretto defence and they struggled to cope with having to deal with so much pressure.

Very well played indeed, boys; an excellent team performance!

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U10A Hockey v Loretto

Win 0 - 8

Despite the cold and the wind, the U10As played well against Loretto. The match began tightly with both teams fighting it out to control possession. Nonetheless, the boys remained persistent and this paid off as smart passing up the pitch between Oliver and Theo enabled Toby to score the opening goal of the match. The boys gained momentum from the goal as they were quick to push up into the opposition’s half. This advance resulted in Oliver adding another goal to Cargilfield’s tally and the first half ended 0-2.

The break at halftime allowed the boys to reflect on the match and they began the second half keen to improve. The U10As played with more energy and they placed the opposition under greater pressure. This increased competitiveness made all the difference with Edward and James moving the ball quickly up the pitch. Loretto struggled to keep up with the pace of Cargilfield and soon Oliver, Theo, and Arthur all scored; a special mention goes to Theo for his hat-trick. The match ended with a convincing victory for the boys – well done!

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U10A Hockey v Loretto

Win 0 - 8

Despite the cold and the wind, the U10As played well against Loretto. The match began tightly with both teams fighting it out to control possession. Nonetheless, the boys remained persistent and this paid off as smart passing up the pitch between Oliver and Theo enabled Toby to score the opening goal of the match. The boys gained momentum from the goal as they were quick to push up into the opposition’s half. This advance resulted in Oliver adding another goal to Cargilfield’s tally and the first half ended 0-2.

The break at halftime allowed the boys to reflect on the match and they began the second half keen to improve. The U10As played with more energy and they placed the opposition under greater pressure. This increased competitiveness made all the difference with Edward and James moving the ball quickly up the pitch. Loretto struggled to keep up with the pace of Cargilfield and soon Oliver, Theo, and Arthur all scored; a special mention goes to Theo for his hat-trick. The match ended with a convincing victory for the boys – well done!

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U10A and B Netball v Loretto

U10 A 9-2 to Cargilfield

U10 B Cargilfield lost 2-5

Captain Thalia won the toss and chose the centre pass. The ball moved around quickly but Cargilfield missed an early shot on goal and Loretto were very good at getting into spaces and passing quickly. They won the ball back and went on to score. We were slightly daunted but picked ourselves up and Ceci and Scarlett starting scoring. By the end of the first half we were 4-2 up. Olivia, Emily and Athena worked well in the middle and Lottie worked tirelessly to get the ball down to the shooters. The referees swopped so I did not see more of the game but I understand that Lottie, and Thalia added to the goal total. We do need to mark more quickly and more closely and the accuracy of our passing was a little untidy. However, the girls played well together and the final score was Cargilfield 9 Loretto 2

The B Team’s main difficulties were not managing to get the ball often enough to the shooters. We need to work hard on getting into spaces and marking more carefully. Our passes often went awry and ended up in Loretto hands instead. Anjelinaa and Lotte worked very hard in defence. Unfortunately, however we had very few shots on goal and lost the game 5-2. Anjelinaa was the B team’s star player. Whilst Loretto’s goal shooter was playing very well, Anjelinaa managed to get the ball several times. Rosanna had some strong moments but unfortunately slipped and she needs to stay focused at all times. All girls enjoyed the matches and thank you very much to Loretto for hosting us. Final score Cargilfield 2 Loretto 5

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U10A and B Netball v Loretto

U10 A 9-2 to Cargilfield

U10 B Cargilfield lost 2-5

Captain Thalia won the toss and chose the centre pass. The ball moved around quickly but Cargilfield missed an early shot on goal and Loretto were very good at getting into spaces and passing quickly. They won the ball back and went on to score. We were slightly daunted but picked ourselves up and Ceci and Scarlett starting scoring. By the end of the first half we were 4-2 up. Olivia, Emily and Athena worked well in the middle and Lottie worked tirelessly to get the ball down to the shooters. The referees swopped so I did not see more of the game but I understand that Lottie, and Thalia added to the goal total. We do need to mark more quickly and more closely and the accuracy of our passing was a little untidy. However, the girls played well together and the final score was Cargilfield 9 Loretto 2

The B Team’s main difficulties were not managing to get the ball often enough to the shooters. We need to work hard on getting into spaces and marking more carefully. Our passes often went awry and ended up in Loretto hands instead. Anjelinaa and Lotte worked very hard in defence. Unfortunately, however we had very few shots on goal and lost the game 5-2. Anjelinaa was the B team’s star player. Whilst Loretto’s goal shooter was playing very well, Anjelinaa managed to get the ball several times. Rosanna had some strong moments but unfortunately slipped and she needs to stay focused at all times. All girls enjoyed the matches and thank you very much to Loretto for hosting us. Final score Cargilfield 2 Loretto 5

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We welcomed our friends from the north to play a mix of our Under 11 A/B/Cs. It was a terrific first half with Ardvreck having the most shots on goal but Alexander L made some amazing stops. After they scored, we then began to start passing the ball better and finding chances. Maxi worked hard up and down the left and Senuka improved throughout the game through the middle of the pitch. George was brilliant with his determination and he stepped up to give us a deserved equaliser, right on half time.
In the second half, Hugh came in to to keep goal but we actually had more of the play in the opening minutes: Alexander A found some space on the right and put some teasing balls in but we just couldn’t hit the target. Ardvreck grew into the second half and as we pushed forward, they found some space in behind and were clinical in front of goal. Despite a few good saves from Hugh, the defence were a little apprehensive and this cost us. Dexter came on with 5 minutes to go and definitely helped stem the green tide and set up Mack who got our second with a fine strike.
Things to improve on a working back more, especially when we are guilty of giving the ball away and if we can be more accurate in front of goal, we will probably put some chances away.
The final score was 8-2 to the visitors but credit to the Cargilfield boys for keeping going. Our man of the match was captain Archie. He worked so hard for the team, covering most of the space on the pitch and was understandably out on his feet by the end!

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We welcomed our friends from the north to play a mix of our Under 11 A/B/Cs. It was a terrific first half with Ardvreck having the most shots on goal but Alexander L made some amazing stops. After they scored, we then began to start passing the ball better and finding chances. Maxi worked hard up and down the left and Senuka improved throughout the game through the middle of the pitch. George was brilliant with his determination and he stepped up to give us a deserved equaliser, right on half time.
In the second half, Hugh came in to to keep goal but we actually had more of the play in the opening minutes: Alexander A found some space on the right and put some teasing balls in but we just couldn’t hit the target. Ardvreck grew into the second half and as we pushed forward, they found some space in behind and were clinical in front of goal. Despite a few good saves from Hugh, the defence were a little apprehensive and this cost us. Dexter came on with 5 minutes to go and definitely helped stem the green tide and set up Mack who got our second with a fine strike.
Things to improve on a working back more, especially when we are guilty of giving the ball away and if we can be more accurate in front of goal, we will probably put some chances away.
The final score was 8-2 to the visitors but credit to the Cargilfield boys for keeping going. Our man of the match was captain Archie. He worked so hard for the team, covering most of the space on the pitch and was understandably out on his feet by the end!

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This week the Girls’ U11B netball team travelled to Crieff to play against the Ardvreck girls. Although one player short, this didn’t stop the girls from winning the match. Starting with a bang, the team played an excellent first quarter, finishing it off with a lead of 7-3 thanks to some great goals scored by Isla and Gabriella. The girls are to be commended for the great skill and teamwork shown throughout the game. Notably, the midcourt players – Emilia, Nancy, and Millie, who demonstrated some great intercepts and good pressure on the opposing players to turn over the ball. By the fourth quarter, the opposition were catching up, trailing by only one point. However, it was Shriyaa’s great defence in the goal circle that helped the girls secure their lead, winning 10-9. Overall, it was a great game, and the girls are to be applauded for their outstanding teamwork

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This week the Girls’ U11B netball team travelled to Crieff to play against the Ardvreck girls. Although one player short, this didn’t stop the girls from winning the match. Starting with a bang, the team played an excellent first quarter, finishing it off with a lead of 7-3 thanks to some great goals scored by Isla and Gabriella. The girls are to be commended for the great skill and teamwork shown throughout the game. Notably, the midcourt players – Emilia, Nancy, and Millie, who demonstrated some great intercepts and good pressure on the opposing players to turn over the ball. By the fourth quarter, the opposition were catching up, trailing by only one point. However, it was Shriyaa’s great defence in the goal circle that helped the girls secure their lead, winning 10-9. Overall, it was a great game, and the girls are to be applauded for their outstanding teamwork

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