Dykesmains Primary hosted a fantastic celebration of all things Scottish last week.

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: Dykesmains pupils and their guests enjoy a Scottish Celebration

Coming just after Burns Supper season, pupils at the Saltcoats school enjoyed a taste of Scotland, with some of the country's most loved food and drink - non alcoholic, of course.

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: Dykesmains pupils and their guests enjoy a Scottish Celebration

Residents from the Arran View care home were invited along, to enjoy the fun as well as youngsters from the early years centre.

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: Dykesmains pupils and their guests enjoy a Scottish Celebration

There were some excellent performances of Scottish verse and song, admirably handled by the pupils at the school. And some wonderful dancing too.

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: Dykesmains pupils and their guests enjoy a Scottish Celebration

A school spokesperson said on X (formerly Twitter): "On Friday morning, we had a lovely time celebrating our Scottish heritage with some of our feeder early years centre and our local residents at Arran View.

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: Dykesmains pupils and their guests enjoy a Scottish Celebration

"Together we sang, danced and recited poetry. Some older siblings popped in for a quick hello."