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Children graduate from first Aberdeen children’s university

The pupils at the ceremony on Elphinstone Hall
The pupils at the ceremony on Elphinstone Hall

School pupils from across the north-east have graduated from Aberdeen’s first ever children’s university.

More than 75 youngsters took part in the programme, which was launched in January to encourage seven-14-year-olds to widen their skills and interests.

Among the schools represented were Mackie Academy and Dunnottar, Arduthie, Lairhillock, Glenbervie, Mill O’Forest, Bervie and Catterline primaries.

Each pupil took part in a wide range of learning activities, from gallery and museum visits, to drama, crafts, sports and further education in the classroom.

About 55 pupils were present at a special ceremony at Aberdeen University’s Elphinstone Hall, which was also attended by parents, teachers, university principals and staff.

Councillor Alison Evison, chairwoman of Aberdeenshire Council’s education, learning and leisure committee, said: “Young people have been encouraged to participate in a range of experiences throughout the north-east of Scotland and beyond.

“From sporting activities to visits to RSS Discovery, Dundee and Edinburgh Castle they have filled their children’s university learning passports with many exciting activities. It is fantastic to see how far they have all come on their learning journey.

“I am sure that families and the whole community around Mackie Academy and its linked primary schools will be proud of what these young people have achieved. I congratulate all of those involved and wish them all success as I am sure the programme will have ignited a passion for learning.”

Children’s University Scotland was the first project to be awarded funding by the ScottishPower Foundation when it was established in 2013.

Aberdeen’s children’s university is being undertaken in partnership with Aberdeen University, Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire councils.