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Events

VE Day Party

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Primary 7s from the P7/6 class and P5s from the P6/5 class had a fantastic time planning and enjoying their VE Day party on Thursday.  They decorated the courtyard with flags and bunting, danced in the corridors, ate an authentic style menu, listened to the music of the the time and toasted with lemonade.  The children worked hard and had a fabulous afternoon after all of their collaboration and planning.

Events, Primary 3

P3 Vikingar Trip

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Vikingar 27th May 2025
The cost of this outing is £14 and payment can be made through ParentPay. If you require a barcode letter to pay for this item please contact the school office. Payment MUST be made before 16/5/25.
Children are required to bring a packed lunch (no glass bottles) for this outing. Packed lunches should be in a plastic bag labelled with your child’s name which can be disposed of after lunch. If your child requires a packed lunch from the kitchen on this day please order using the link below before 23/5/25.  Thank you.
Important Information

Wildfire Risk.

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Due to the spring up, plenty of old plant debris and high temperatures there is an increased chance of wildfires starting.

How can you help?

What we can do…

Follow our key tips to prevent wildfires in rural and semi-rural areas.

  • Avoid visiting vulnerable areas or those which have recently been subject to fires while the fire risk is high
  • If you see a fire in the countryside, however small,
    CALL 999 IMMEDIATELY.
  • Always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
  • Do not discard lit cigarette ends – make sure they
    are completely extinguished.
  • Avoid lighting fires outdoors when high winds,
    high temperatures and low humidity are present
    or predicted.
  • Report anyone acting irresponsibly or carelessly
    with fire in the countryside.
  • Talk to your children. Take time to explain the dangers of fire to them. Matches and lighters are tools, not toys.
  • If you need to call on an emergency service, they will need to find you quickly. Is your address visible from the main road? Are there clear access points to your property?
  • Have an escape plan. Ensure your family members know what to do and where to assemble. If you run a business in a rural area, make sure your staff members know the plan. Also, think about how you will round up and care for pets and domestic animals safely.
  • Remember – a wildfire can develop quickly. Don’t take chances.

Thank you for keeping us safe.

Global Goals
Parent Information

Parent Opportunity

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This session, we are able to offer the Seasons for Growth Parent Programme, led by Avril from Barnardo’s.
This 8 week programme will begin on Wednesday 14th May and will continue to run after the Summer holidays. The group time is likely to be 1pm- 3pm.
This programme is for parents who have experienced Change and Loss themselves or for parents who wish to support their children through Change and Loss. The programme is appropriate for families who have experienced serious illness, separation, divorce, loss- any Change or Loss that has had a significant impact on the family and/ or children.
More information can be read in the pamphlets that are left at the main office.
The programme is run in small groups (maximum of 10 adults) and offers a range of discussions and activities that allow parents to learn about what parents can do to help their children with Change and Loss as well as focussing on caring for themselves as a parent and a person.
Depending on the demand, Avril may be able to run two groups and could make one of these a ‘Dads group’.
Parents who have taken part in Seasons for Growth previously are still welcome to fill in the attached glow form if they feel the programme is still relevant to them. If you are interested then please fill in the glow form by following the link below as soon as possible to allow us to create the groups and contact participants.
Events, Excursions, Important Information

Primary 6 Danger Detectives and Science Centre

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Danger Detectives – 7/5/25
Children require a packed lunch on the day of the Danger Detectives outing. Children are having an early lunch on this day and there will be no hot meals available. DO NOT use the pre-order system through ParentPay to order meals. If your child requires a packed lunch from the kitchen on this day please order through the link below before 6/5/25.
Science Centre – 8/5/25
The cost of this outing is £3 and payment can be made through ParentPay. If you require a barcode letter to pay for this item please contact the school office. Payment MUST be made before 2/5/25.
Children are required to bring a packed lunch for this outing. If your child requires a packed lunch from the kitchen on this day please order using the link below before 6/5/25.
Events

The Terrific Titanic Trip

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Primary 5 had a fantastic trip to the Titanic Museum and Experience in Belfast on the 24th April.  After they had studied the information from history about the Titanic they were super excited to see the very place where Titanic was built.  There was great fun had by all.  Everyone came back having enjoyed the ferry crossing and visit and despite the very long day and late night return the children have been enthusiastically talking about the experience in school this morning.

Thank you again to the parent helpers and staff who accompanied the children, without whom trips like this would not be possible.

A fantastic time was had by all!

Parent Information

Galston Parent Group

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Galston Parent group will continue on Tuesday 29th April  from 2pm- 3pm,  led by Mrs Willsden.
The first 2 sessions will involve viewing the pre recorded NEST workshops, focussing on Executive Function, followed by discussion. Please note that many of the strategies will be useful for all children, not solely those who have Autism.
Please note that parents can also view these workshops at home on the NEST website  https://www.nest.scot/videos.
Celine Dyer from NEST will attend the session on Tuesday 20th May from 2pm- 3pm  to answer any questions based on the workshop.
All parents are welcome to join. Tea and coffee will be available.
Important Information, Primary 3

P3 Cycling

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In term 4, primary 3 will be working alongside our Active Schools Coordinator to learn and improve some basic cycling skills. This will take place on a Friday and we are looking to gather some information about pupils current ability and whether they own a bike or not. Please complete the form by following the link below.
Events

Thank You

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Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at our Easter Service this morning.  A special thank you goes to all of those who were able to accompany the children as they walked to and from the church.  As always we are very grateful for your help and support to make this happen.  Another special thank your goes to Rev. Lacy who spoke at the service and  to the lovely Vanda who helped us set up all the technology as well.

Thank you everyone and have a Happy Easter.