Please ensure all Annual Data Checks are returned to the school by Friday 1st September.

Thank you.

Please click on the PDF below to view our P.E. timetable:

P.E. Timetable 2023.24

A HUGE congratulations to our new P1s. They have all had a very exciting day!

Currently, parts of the UK and Europe are seeing an increase in the number of people getting measles. In response to this, Public Health Scotland (PHS) has prepared the attached letter to be distributed to parents and carers of P1 and S1 pupils. This raises awareness of the importance of the MMR vaccine in protecting against measles and provides information on what parents/carers can do to make sure their child is up-to-date with vaccinations. This letter is also available in Arabic, Mandarin, Punjabi, Polish, Ukrainian and Urdu (see QR code on letter directing to translated versions). Please see attached PDF.

MMR vaccine letter to parents – Schools – August 2023

New Primary 1s should come to the main entrance of the school for 9.30 a.m. on Monday 21st August 2023. Primary 1s can be collected from the main entrance at 2.30 p.m. From Tuesday 22nd August 2023 start and finish times for all children are 8.50 a.m. – 2.55 p.m.

We look forward to seeing our new Primary 1s next week.

Welcome to session 2023/24 at Ochiltree Primary School. We look forward to seeing all the children on Monday. We have been busy planning some of the exciting events for the coming session. Look out for updates in the calendar section of this APP.

Children should bring their P.E. kit with them so they can change in school. No jewellery should be worn for P.E. P.E. will be notified next Tuesday. Please ensure all items are clearly labelled.

Children may bring a bottle of water to drink throughout the day. Please note that snacks containing nuts or coconut are not permitted in school. Thank you for your cooperation in this important matter.

If your child requires any medication, please bring it into school on Monday and complete an administration form for session 2023/24. Please note that medication should be in it’s prescription box.

Keep an eye on the weather, which can change from day to day. Children should have sun screen, a hat, sun glasses and a warm waterproof jacket to cover most eventualities!

School Meal Crunch Deal – this year we have a meal deal promotion running for all pupils who pay for their school meals.  P6 & 7 paying pupils will received their standard 2 course school meal at the cost of £1.08.  Paying pupils in secondary schools can choose one of our Crunch Deals at lunchtime for the reduced cost of £1.08.

Please see the link below to view Ochiltree P.S. lunch menu. Please ensure you book your child’s lunch on ParentPay by Sunday. If you have any difficulty order a lunch, please contact the school office.

*Please note that East Ayrshire Council hasn’t uploaded credit to the meals yet, so if you are being charged it will be credited back. Alternatively, the school office can order a lunch for your child.

Primary Menu 2022 to 2023 (east-ayrshire.gov.uk)

Thank you.

Sway (office.com)

Sway (office.com)

On Tuesday P6/7 carried out STEM challenges.  Paper cups were moved magically using string and elastic bands and marble runs of over 50cm were designed by each of the groups.  The budding engineers had a ball using their Metaskills to solve challenges.

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Children from P5/6/7 were recently showing their leadership skills by planning and carrying out different sporting activities such as football skills, parachute, dodgeball, jumping, tennis and hockey.  We had a competition to see who were the most supportive and engaging instructors as voted for by the 2 classes.  Our winners were Hannah and Libby who did an excellent job leading a high jump station.  Well done to all instructors who volunteered!

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Please note the following changes to lunches this week:

Wednesday

No lasagne – replaced with chicken meat balls

No panini – replaced with toast and beans

Thursday

No chicken biryani – replaced with sweet potato chickpea curry

Friday

soup and sandwiches only

Please see below various Summer activities:

KTC Summer Camp 2023

A massive THANK YOU to Ochiltree Community Council!!

Please click on the PDF for full details:

SHOUT Summer Swimming 2023

Scottish Opera – The Curse of the Maccabbra Opera House (office.com)