The Scottish Government will be funding a three year programme to roll out Seafood Scotland’s pioneering ‘Seafood in Schools’ pilot project.
The project teaches children about Scottish seafood, where it comes from, how it reaches the plate and why it is healthy to eat. It is a partnership project with industry, which encourages teachers at primary and secondary schools to use seafood as a context for interdisciplinary learning.
Fishermen, shellfish farmers, processors, retailers and caterers are all being encouraged to get involved to ensure the project has longevity beyong the funding – pupils may after all decide to choose a career in the industry.
Scottish Fisheries Secretary, Richard Lochhead, said: “Pupils the length and breadth of the country will be given opportunities to learn about the fantastic seafood available in Scotland, how it is caught and produced – as well as the benefits of making seafood a healthy and delicious part of their diet.”
“Partnerships with local companies and individuals will take learning beyond the classroom, as young people get the chance to experience life in the fishing and aquaculture industries.”
The roll-out of the programme will see it developed by twenty clusters per year reaching an annual potential of 60,000 pupils.
More info is available from: www.seafoodinschools.org
