Pupils tested on knowledge of EU

James Gillespie’s Primary pupils are among 120 pupils from 30 teams across Scotland testing their European knowledge at the Scottish Parliament later today.

The Scottish European Trust’s Euroquiz is a competition for Primary 6 pupils, to be held in the Debating Chamber, that helps them develop their knowledge of Europe and the European Union. Questions are asked on history, geography, current affairs, culture, languages, sport and the European Union.

The final is sponsored by donors and trusts, the European Commission office in Scotland, Ian Hudghton MEP, David Martin MEP, Alyn Smith MEP, Struan Stevenson MEP and Catherine Stihler MEP. The event will be streamed on the Holyrood TV website.

Gerald Wilson, Chairman of the Scottish European Educational Trust, said: “The Euroquiz ticks many educational boxes, not least the opportunity for primary children to experience the excitement of competing in the Chamber of the Scottish Parliament.”

Anthea Grierson, head at James Gillespie’s Primary School, said, “All the pupils, parents and staff at James Gillespie’s are so proud.”