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Pupils and staff at an Erskine primary school are celebrating achieving the next stage Fairtrade status as a FairActive school.
St Anne’s Primary School achieved the status from Fairtrade Foundation after gaining two awards within 18 months. The school is one of three within Renfrewshire to achieve the second level of the Fairtrade Schools Awards scheme.
Pupils in the school’s Citizenship committee have worked with class teacher Kirsty Fitzpatrick on developing Fairtrade activities and events for their school community since 2024.
Pupils have put on Fairtrade breakfasts, with support from local businesses, and made Fairtrade gifts for the school’s enterprise shops.
Primary six and seven pupils also received a visit from Rainbow Turtle where they heard about Fairtrade and crafts.
Acting Head Teacher Julie Hunter said: “I am incredibly proud of our pupils. Achieving FairActive status is a fantastic reflection of their hard work, teamwork and determination.
“Pupils have developed new skills and gained a deeper understanding of Fairtrade and how it supports communities around the world. They have also developed new skills, such as enterprise and working with local businesses to develop the Fairtrade breakfast events.”
Education Convener, Councillor Emma Rodden, said: “Congratulations to everyone at St Anne’s Primary School on achieving the next level of Fairtrade recognition. The FairActive status reflects the commitment shown by pupils and staff to promoting fairness, global awareness and responsible citizenship among their school community.”
