Thursday 28 May 2015

P6C Volcano Experiments

Today we erupted our volcano models using fizzy juice and mentos.  We thought about some of the variables that might affect how a volcano explodes e.g. vents, magma chambers, mixtures of gases and magma.  Then, we exploded each of our volcanoes and made changes to see what would happen e.g. type of juice, volume and number of vents.  We discovered one type of juice foamed more - red cola; more vents made the 'eruption' last less time and the smaller volume of juice the less time the eruption took.


Wednesday 27 May 2015

Roll Up, Roll Up for FREE Science Fair Attractions!

All the Fun of the Science Fair, including...  

Camera Obscura and the World of Illusions in the Sensory Room

The Living World Zone featuring the Scottish Wildlife Trust, Scottish Badgers and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds; 

The Neuroscience Zone - build your own cells and find out how your brain works

The Geology and Geoscience Zone - rocks under a microscope and the incredible, edible earth: make your own volcano and then eat it!

Computing and Technology Zone: sort balls like a computer and race your own dinosaur

The Physics Zone: sundials, bubbles and solids

The Maths Zone: magical maths and chess

The 'Break Out' Zone: bodies and bones;
Inventor Donald Naylor will be bringing his bike-powered kettle.

There will be a presentation by Dr Andrew Murray who has run from John O'Groats to the Sahara - find out about the creatures he met, the experiences he had and why exercise is SO good for the brain

Mercy Corps will be coming along to talk about how science can be used in world disaster zones.

So much fun and learning to be had. Don't miss out! 

Saturday 6th June, 12.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 26 May 2015

Science Fair! Saturday 6th June 12.30-3.30pm



Many thanks to the Parent Council for filming and editing this marvellous taster video to promote the Sciennes Summer Science Fair taking place on

Saturday 6th June, 12.30-3.30pm.

It will be a spectacular - and unmissable - way to thank all our fundraisers.

Can you guess who the mystery dancer is? Nice moves!

Everyone welcome - please come along to this great FREE event!



Summer Science Fair


SAVE THE DATE! SATURDAY 6th JUNE 12.30pm - 3.30pm

The Sciennes Parent Council has come up with a magnificent way to say THANK YOU to all our fundraisers. THE MOST AMAZING programme of FREE activities and events has been organised by Aileen Nimmo, Convenor of the Fundraising and Events Group, assisted by Mr McKenna and the Parent Council. You will not believe the programme that Aileen has worked tirelessly to line up!

Look out for more information about this exciting event, coming soon!


Monday 4 May 2015

P6 Natural Disaster Day - Earthquake

One of the tasks during our Natural Disaster morning was to build a shelter to keep off wind and rain.  Many people in Nepal are currently sleeping outdoors due to damaged housing and fear of further aftershocks. 
Ms French





Natural Disaster Day in P6

Today we are learning about the work of engineers and emergency response teams to earthquakes.   This groups have been designing quake proof buildings.  Young architects and engineers in the making.
Ms French


Quake Proof Buildings in P6

Ms French, Ms Gaffney and Miss Stewardson designed a day of motivating activities and split Primary Six into groups to try out designing quake proof structures, explore plate tectonics, build shelters and filter water. Here are P6 pupils designing their quake proof buildings using cotton buds, marshmallow and jelly in a tray.