Gymnastics Summer Camp
Ayrshire Gymnastics up and coming summer programme.
The summer programme also includes Pre 5’s.
https://ayrshiregymnasticstrust.classforkids.io/
Summer Celebration
UPDATE
Our Summer Celebration will take place on Friday 20th June at 10.00 a.m. at Ochiltree Parish Church followed by tea/coffee in the school.
We hope to see you there!
OPS Parent Council
Ochiltree Parent Council – Disco
‘All Inclusive’ Holiday Themed Disco – Thursday 12th June within the school, 7pm – 8:30pm. Pupils are not permitted to bring their phones on the night. P7. Parents will not be allowed to enter the school on the night of the disco as P7 will have leaving celebrations in the school closer to the end of term. Tickets will be £5 per child (payable via ParentPay), as the ticket price will pay for an ‘All Inclusive’ wrist band which will include juice, crisps, sweets, glowstick and optional tattoos.
Parent Council – Update
UPDATE
The next Parent Council meeting will be held on Tuesday 10th June, commencing at 7:00pm in the Ochiltree Church Hall.
P1-4 Reading Planet
It has been a month since we launched our new reading scheme for P1-4 and in class things are progressing well.
We can see that some families are not regularly accessing the scheme at home and may be experiencing issues.
If that is the case, it might be for a variety of reasons but we are here to help!
We are available to support access with a drop in on the 6th of June: bring your device along or alternatively give us a call.
From log in issues to connectivity we will do our best to help you get on board. We will also be making resources available over the summer to support your P1-4 children so now is the time to get things set up.
Sports Day
Due to the inclement weather conditions a decision whether to go ahead with our Sports Day on Friday afternoon at 1.30 p.m. will be made first thing on Friday morning. Alternative dates will be provided on Friday, if required.
Thank you.
Reading Information for Parents of P1 pupils
P1 Parents intro to EA Literacy – reading focus
Please see the above presentation on reading in East Ayrshire’s literacy programme and how parents can help their child at home with reading. This may also be helpful to parents and carers of older children .
We have moved on to a new decodable reading scheme and further information about this will be given when your child starts Primary 1.
P1 + P7 Class Photographs
Dear Parent/Carer,
It’s time to find a spot on the mantelpiece or a space on the wall as I’m delighted to let you know that your recent group photograph is now ready to view and purchase at the following link –
https://htmp.st/Ochiltree25-P1
https://htmp.st/Ochiltree25-P7
We offer a free “deliver to school” option that is open for approximately 14 days, alternatively, home delivery is available at a cost of £5 postage and packing.
If you need assistance or have any questions regarding placing an order, please call 01736 751555 (option 3) or click on the “contact” button on our website home page (htempest.co.uk) where our friendly team will be happy to help.
Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenthood information for Parents/ Carers
Please see the guides below for parents and carers about the Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenthood curriculum in schools. This includes key vocabulary used in school for body parts.
Early level – P1
Early level Parent Leaflet- Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenthood
First Level – P2-P4
First level Parent Leaflet – relationships, sexual health and parenthood
Second level – P5-7
Second level Parent Leaflet -relationships, sexual health and parenthood
Whole School Summer Outing
Part of the summer term has always been the whole school trip, with many fond memories made.
With the cost increasing we are very mindful of keeping the price manageable for families. Our trip this session to the science centre will be on Monday 16th June with a cost of £10 per child that can be paid through ParentPay. Our wonderful parent council is supporting us to keep the price down to this level by meeting the shortfall.
We will have a visit to the centre with an additional activity so it will be a busy day. We are also not encouraging pupils to go to the shop as again we are thinking of the cost to all.
Pupils should bring packed lunches, or they can be ordered through ParentPay now.
On Foot Treasure Hunt Trail

Ochiltree – Big Day OOT
Friday 9th May is Ochiltree Primary School’s Big Day OOT (Ochiltree Out Together). Please ensure your child comes to school with appropriate clothing for the scheduled weather.
Thank you.
Local Holiday
Holiday Reminder
The school will be closed on Monday 5th May for a local holiday. Tuesday 6th May is an in-service day. Pupils will return on Wednesday 7th May.
Kilt Walk Glasgow – Our Hero!
Lukas in Primary 4 took part in Glasgow Kilt Walk last Sunday to raise funds for prostate cancer. Lukas’ team raised over £1000.00 for the charity! Take a look ………..
What a hero!!
Ochiltree Cattle Show Visit
The children will visit the Ochiltree Cattle Show on the morning of Wednesday, 23rd April. Please send your child to school with a warm, waterproof jacket and a suitable change of footwear, such as wellies or old trainers.
You can see our artwork on display at Ochiltree Bowling Green after the judging has taken place.
Daffodil Tea
Please see below photographs of our “Daffodil Tea” which took place on Friday 4th April.
Thank you message!!
Mrs Bell and Mrs Gregor would like to say a huge thank you to all parents and pupils for their very kind wishes and lovely gifts on their retirement.
They have very much enjoyed their time at Ochiltree Primary School …………… they’re just wondering where all those years went!!
Happy Easter when it comes!
Love Mrs Bell and Mrs Gregor