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JUNIOR CHESS LEAGUE

This will be run on one Thursday evening 14th May 2026 from 6.30pm to 9pm at Greenwood Academy. The league will comprise teams of four players arranged in order of strength, and each player may expect to play about three games each evening against players from other teams. Teams may be grouped by age and/or experience in the event. We do not require players names until the evening of the event but teams must be entered by email by Monday 11th May

Full details are on the attached entry form

Thanks

John Montgomery

Secretary

On behalf of Ayrshire Chess Association

Peaceful Garden Quote Competition📚🦉

Peaceful Garden Quote Competition📚🦉
We’re excited to invite children, parents/carers to take part in a special competition to help shape our schools Peaceful Garden Area, a quiet, calm space where imaginations can grow through the love of reading.
The winning quote will be designed and proudly displayed in the peaceful garden for everyone to enjoy.
Hand your inspirational quotes into Miss Sawyers, Mr Howie or Miss Ward by the 13th of March.
We are excited to receive your entries! Good Luck!

JRSO Update –

The JRSOs have been campaigning along with North, South and East Ayrshire schools to highlight the dangers of E-Scooters. They created posters and presented at assembly, highlighting the dangers. Please see the PowerPoint below with more information.

As special treat for all their last work this session, the JRSOs enjoyed a nice Christmas breakfast with Miss McMillan.

E-SCOOTER PRESENTATION POWER POINT.

Junior Road Safety Officers’ Update

Hello!

Recently at assembly, we spoke about the dangers of walking through the school car park.

We have our display in the gym hall to show you the safe paths to use.

Last month we went outside with our Hi-Viz vests on to highlight where the dangers are around our school and where the safe walking routes are. You will see a map of these below. We want to stop you from putting yourself in danger.

Not that long ago, one of our friends was nearly knocked down because they were cutting through the car park on their scooter. This would have been avoided if they had used the safe paths.

We don’t want anyone getting hurt or run over so please make sure you use the safe paths and NOT cut through the car park as a quick way to get into the playground.

Thank you from your Junior Road Safety Officers.

Wishes do come true!

Stewart Travel are offering a family of four the chance to win a magical day trip to Lapland in December 2026.

This prize takes you from Glasgow straight to a magical winter wonderland. You’ll experience everything from husky and reindeer sleigh rides to snowmobile adventures, plus an enchanting meeting with Father Christmas himself.

To enter simply click the link below or pick up an entry form from any East Ayrshire Leisure venue or Stewart Travel, Kilmarnock.

https://www.stewarttravel.co.uk/win-a-trip-to-lapland/

If you don’t win a trip to Lapland, don’t worry you can still make your family’s dream come true with a magical day out to see Sleeping Beauty at the Galleon Auditorium. Make the most of the opening weekend preview prices from just £13.50

https://eastayrshireleisure.com/events/sleeping-beauty/

Exciting News! Author Visit – Friday 21st November

Book Week Scotland event at NRPS Friday 21st Nov
We are  delighted to announce that we have been working in partnership with Sarah from the Book Nook, Stewarton and we will be bringing two of our favourite children’s authors to our school on Friday 21st Nov 11am for an event for all p5-7 children.
Martin Stewart is a former English teacher who has been a full-time writer for ten years, writing for both adults and children. He runs many sessions for school children which are varied and engaging, helping promote reading for pleasure and the pursuit of creative ambition. He will be talking about two of his children’s book series which feature the popular characters of Bridget Vanderpuff and Sandy Fin.
Lindsay Littleson, also a former schoolteacher and now full-time writer, has had ten children’s books published, all of which are Book Nook favourites. Lindsay also loves doing school events, saying ‘it is a real thrill to encourage a love of reading and to inspire children to write their own stories’. Lindsay will be focusing on two recent books, ‘Ice Cream Boy’ and ‘Euro Spies’, both of which are Book Nook favourites.
You will be able to buy any/all of the books for the event in The Book Nook or from our online shop here https://www.booknookstewarton.co.uk/shop/nrpsWe recognise that increased costs of living can make it difficult for some families to afford books for their children. If you feel these circumstances apply to you, we can provide books funded by our Judith Illsley Memorial Fund. To benefit from this Fund, please enter code BWSNRPS when you get to checkout on the online shop. (subject to available funding)