Spring bulbs

Our spring bulbs have really been enjoying the warmer weather recently. It is a shame we are not at school to see how beautiful and colourful they are. They really brighten up our playground.

January Eco News

Battery Recycling

The Big Battery Hunt is on! We've almost filled our second battery bin so please keep bringing in your used batteries (AA, AAA, C and D) so we can make sure they are disposed of safely. 

Clear Out Your Closet

We're looking for donations of clothes in wearable condition, pairs of shoes, handbags and belts for our next Rag bag collection. All funds raised go towards supporting Eco projects. 

Next collection date 13.03.20.

Let’s Get Cooking!

The Gardening Club learned how to make leek and potato soup using their very own fresh produce. With the help of Mrs Morrison and her team of volunteers, the pupils prepared the vegetables and added them to the pot. There was enough for a tub each to take home and enjoy. They also cooked Brussels sprouts with bacon. Delicious!

Crisp Packet Blanket

Former pupil, Caitlin Fraser contacted Mrs McPherson to share her idea of making blankets from foil crisp packets to keep homeless people warm on cold winter nights. Our pupils happily collected two large bin bags full of empty crisp packets and Caitlin quickly got to work. What a superb recycling idea!

Let’s Get Cooking!

The Gardening Club learned how to make leek and potato soup using their very own fresh produce. With the help of Mrs Morrison and her team of volunteers, the pupils prepared the vegetables and added them to the pot. There was enough for a tub each to take home and enjoy. They also cooked Brussels sprouts with bacon. Delicious!

November Eco News

Working in Partnership with GHS

6th Green Flag

Houston Primary continues with its excellent eco work year upon year, and we received recognition for our efforts. 

We are absolutely thrilled to receive our sixth green flag. The pupils first started their eco journey way back in 2006, and have covered very many topics over the years. 

A special Eco Award is given to the pupil who has demonstrated a commitment to reducing, reusing and recycling throughout their time at Houston Primary School. This year’s winner was Emily C from Primary 7. 

August Eco News

St. Vincent’s Hospice Toadstool

The winning team of pupils from Primary 6 went for a visit to see their finished toadstool in position at the beautiful community garden at St. Vincent’s Hospice. They were delighted with their achievements, whilst supporting a very good cause.

ECO Clean Up 18.9.19

All the Eco Reps and Rangers from P1-7 took part in a litter pick in the school grounds as part of the Renfrewshire-wide initiative.

Wullie Where's Yer Troosers?

Pupils in the whole school had the chance to put forward their design ideas for the Oor Wullie statue which will be going on display across Scotland to raise money for children's hospitals. 7 lucky children were selected to contribute to the finished design inspired by colour, fun and a Scottish theme. Recycled materials were used to decorate inluding the children's old Easter egg wrappers. Have a look at the wonderful final result!