Thank you to Celine from NEST who met with some of our parents yesterday to talk over the support NEST can provide for our children and their families who have questions around Neurodiversity. Huge thanks also to our parents/carers who managed to come along and join in.

We hope to have a support group/workshop group up and running as soon as we return from the Easter break. If you would like to join our group and you were unable to make yesterday’s information session, don’t worry you can still come along and you will be made very welcome.

A questionnaire will be sent out on the app soon. In the meantime if you have any questions please feel free to email me.

tracey.bradford@eastayrshire.org.uk

(I’ve included a link to the NEST website for your interest)

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Join Us for Coffee & Chat with NEST!

Are you a parent navigating the journey of neurodiversity? Whether you’re seeking support, sharing experiences, or simply connecting with others, we invite you to our Coffee & Chat event!

Date: 18/3/25

Time: 1:30pm

Location: New Cumnock Primary School

At NEST, we believe in the power of community and conversation. Join fellow parents to discuss all things neurodiversity, including ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. This is a safe space to share insights, ask questions, and find support.

What to Expect:

Informative Discussions: Learn about our services and how we can support your family’s unique needs.

Supportive Community: Connect with other parents who understand your journey.

Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from our experienced team.

Grab a cup of coffee, relax, and join us in fostering understanding and support. Together, we can make a difference!

RSVP: To inform school of your intention to attend please complete the attached Glow form:

For more information: Please contact,

Tracey Bradford (Home Link Practitioner)

Tel: 01290 338404/07788124474

Email: tracey.bradford@eastayrshire.org.uk

Let’s create a supportive network and celebrate the strengths of neurodiversity!

Thank you for your patience regarding the issues we have been experiencing with the Learning Journals app… please do the following to resolve this problem.

1. Delete the Learning Journals app that was previously used.
2. Access the Apple Store/Play Store and search for “Learning Journals Parent Zone” (See image below that shows you what you are looking for.
3. Install the app and insert your username/password/PIN and you are good to go.  You now should be able to access the Journals without needing to log in every time.

If you need a reset email sent out with your username, which will then prompt you to reset your password, please complete the form below and Mrs Johnstone will reset your details – keep a check on your emails for the reset arriving.

Thank you so much for your patience with this situation.

Any issues please get in touch.

We are delighted to announce that the winner of the £100 from the P7 Residential Fundraising goes to…

LYLE P!

Dear Parents/ Carers,

On the 9^th/10^th of October, our school received an Learning Visit from the Local Authority Education Team. The purpose of this visit is to support the school with the self-evaluation process and identify strengths and next steps. Please find below the findings from the visit.

Strengths

• The SLT lead a strong strategic vision for improvement and are clear on the schools next steps for progression moving forward.
• The staff show a clear commitment to delivering quality learning and teaching.
• Staff use self-evaluation processes very well to support continuous improvement and maximise outcomes for children.
• Self-evaluation and closing the feedback loop underpins effective processes and approaches to improvement.
• There is a strong consistent collaborative approach to improvement throughout the school and all staff actively led and are supported to develop their leadership roles.
• The school has strong strategic systems, with clear processes, which are embedded and regularly evaluated.
• Positive relationships between families, pupils and staff are evident throughout the school community.
• Children and staff are very proud of their school, and work well together and enact the school values in everyday life.
• The work of the Home Link Worker has been identified as an area of strength in supporting families, early intervention and ensuring families are aware of, and get what they need thus impacting positively on children.
• There are significant strengths in the health and wellbeing, equity and inclusion which are benefitting the school and the local community.

Overall Feedback

• There is a strong pupil voice within the school and local community, which is clearly valued.
• It is very clear that the SLT understand the context of their school families and wider community and are proactive in supporting a diverse range of needs.
• Staff and pupils are very welcoming, friendly, polite, and are proud of their school.
• From discussions with the whole staff team during the visit it is clear that there is a shared understanding within regarding the strengths and areas for continuous improvement.
• Environments in both classrooms and shared areas have calm, purposeful and welcoming atmosphere. In classes, almost all pupils are engaged in the learning experiences and are able to articulate the purpose of their learning.
• Polite and well-mannered children who add to the positive ethos of the school.
• Positive relationships between pupils and staff are evident in and out of class.
• The school community has created a safe and nurturing environment in which children learn.
• There is a range of displays in the schools highlighting the different work going on. Children can talk well about these.
• Routines are well practiced and transitions are well managed within classes.
• Classroom displays showcase current learning journeys and generally have pupil work displayed.
• The staff praised strong leadership and strategic direction as a strength within the school.
• The staff appreciated the organisation of the SLT and feel part of a whole school team.
• Teaching staff are creating a nurturing, welcoming and positive ethos within their classrooms.
• Effective planning, which continues to evolve to meet the needs of all pupils.
• The opportunities for leadership, at all levels, promote the sense of ownership amongst staff and pupils. Professional Review & Development processes are well thought out and link whole school improvements with personal, professional goals in a successful manner.
• ASN policy and procedure is well structured and organised. The Head Teacher (ASN Lead) has also developed sound methods for tracking and monitoring pupil developments and the impact of interventions.
• The children know their school values and the vision for the school. This appears to be embedded across the whole school community.
• Pupils show an eagerness to engage in their learning.
• Children are happy and feel safe within the school.
• Pupils enjoy the opportunity to participate in decisions made regarding school improvement. There is a definite sense of pride amongst the pupils and also a recognition of their part in the whole school community.
• Pupils are familiar with the improvement groups across the school and these are shared in classes and assemblies.
• Pupils have an understanding of themselves as learners.
• Almost all lessons and activities were engaging and appropriately pitched.
• Appropriate pace and challenge was evident in almost all classes.
• High aspirations are evident throughout the whole school.
• Parents acknowledged that the school is keen to work in partnership with parents and carers.
• Parents praised the SLT team for the interventions and supports they offer children and their families when required.
• Parents were very happy with the current leadership and direction of the school.

Required Actions

• The Head Teacher and SLT will continue to further develop their curriculum, self- evaluation processes, leadership roles and responsibilities across the school to maximise ongoing improvements as identified in the school improvement plan

As we approach Christmas 2024, NCPS recognises that it can be a difficult time for some of our families, for various reasons. If you feel you would benefit from extra support with vouchers, gifts for the children or food parcels please complete the form in the link below and we will add your name to our family database. Information is strictly confidential and in such times as we are provided with the above support, you will be contacted as a matter of priority to receive this help.

Kind Regards

Tracey Bradford

Home-Link Practitioner

01290 338404/07788124474

eatracey.bradford@glow.sch.uk

Today we celebrated our Big Scottish Breakfast!  We were treated to toast and porridge and even had a visit from SuperTato.  Huge thank you to Michelle and the catering team for all their hard work!  Remember to send in food bank donations with your child please if you are able.

Please click on the link below to view the latest newsletter from EAC School Counselling.

EAC School Counselling Newsletter – Primary Schools (cloud.microsoft)

SLT23-002-GD East Ayrshire drop in – A3 poster.pdf

Does you child have Autism or Social Communication Difficulties?

Are you looking for advice on how best to support your child’s communication skills and/or their emotional regulation and sensory needs?

https://glowscotland.sharepoint.com/:b:/r/sites/SchoolCounsellingCoordinators/Shared%20Documents/General/OT21-003-GD%20OT%20(East)%20Advice%20line%20-%20leaflet%20(004)%20(1).pdf?csf=1&web=1&e=L6SyNi