Schools team up to be Champions for Change

The efforts of two Paisley schools to challenge sectarianism and help children better understand difference has been recognised with a national equalities award.

- EMYLIE HOWIE

Pupils from Glencoats and St Fergus' primaries in Ferguslie have been awarded the 2025 Champions for Change prize by leading charity Nil by Mouth.

It is in recognition of several years hard work aimed at making pupils better aware of different faiths and cultures, as well as celebrating the strong community spirit in the area.

The accolade recognises schools, businesses and individuals who have displayed long-standing commitment to challenging sectarianism in Scotland.

Over the past few years, youngsters at both schools have regularly come together on a range of projects designed to achieve this aim.

In 2023, the schools unveiled a cross-community mural which local graffiti artist David Knox created with help from the pupils.