Rosewell renewable energy walks

Rosewell Primary school have embarked on a journey of discovery into the world of renewable energy.
Wind TurbineWe have linked up with Ally and Susan Cowen the very helpful owners from Eastside Farm in the Pentland Hills.  The learners in P4 to P7  will be  given the the opportunity to see renewable energy in action.  In addition to this the learners  will have the chance to walk in the surrounding area taking in the natural beauty of the Pentland hills

“It was so worthwhile for the pupils to see sustainable energy in practice in the picturesque setting of Eastside Farm and then we had our own mini adventure of walking up West Kip and East Kip and surviving the very wind that was powering the turbine! Back at the windmill, there was a real sense of pride from the pupils when they looked back up at the two hill tops that they had conquered!
Once back at school, the pupils were full of excitement when talking about the trip to the other pupils. They had really enjoyed the challenge and were pleased with themselves at having successfully coped with a new experience”  Mrs Douglas the P4/5 class teacher
We are looking forward to the remaining Sustainable development education trips.
Sean Fallon  (sean.fallon@midlothian.gov.uk)