Free bus travel is available to all pupils aged 5 and over from 31 January 2022 and can be accessed via the National Entitlement Card.  We have been working with Customer Services as parents have a choice of applying for a new card via the school system or they can go directly to https://getyournec.scot/nec/.  If they go through the NEC website,  parents will require to validate both their identity and that of their child.
The other option is for them to apply for a National Entitlement Card  / Kidz Kard via the school.  This option assumes that both the parent’s and child’s identity has been validated and simplifies the process the parents. Please go to:
NEC Application Form 1 for pupils aged 5 to 10 years old
NEC Application Form 2 for pupils aged 11 to 15 years old

Please submit any applications before 15th June to ensure your child receives their free bus travel card before the end of term.

The children have been issued with their school photographs from Tempest today.  Orders should be placed on line by 15th June to ensure that they will be back at the school for orders to be issued before the end of term.

Please note that postage will be charged on orders placed after 15th June and these will be sent to your home address.

Thank you.

MR JOHN FADDES

It is with the greatest of sadness that we write to inform you of the death of our much loved previous janitor and friend, Mr John Faddes.
John was a unique character, kind, caring and always full of fun. He was  wonderful with the children and well known for his practical jokes and his infectious laugh.
John was an ardent football fan and delighted in wins for the school team as well as his beloved Talbot.
He was also a keen supporter of the school’s Eco work and donated a cup to recognise this work in the school.
Our thoughts and sympathies are with his wife and family.

We are looking forward to the Sports Day  on 8^th June ( weather permitting).  After a lovely few days, the weather forecast for Wednesday is not so good.

Should it rain on Tuesday night or on Wednesday morning the grass may be too wet to hold the event and it will be carried over to the 15^th June. Please look out for an update on Wednesday morning by 9.30 a.m. on the app.

The children will also be doing a selection of novelty races and we would be grateful if the following pupils could bring the items into school in a clearly labelled bag if possible.

P5 –hat, gloves and a scarf

P6 – pyjamas

If your child does not have these items please do not worry – they will still be able to take part in the events.

Parents wishing to spectate should line up at the front gate of the school no earlier than 10 minutes before the event starts. Please see the previous message on the app for times.

We hope this information is helpful.

REMINDER

If you haven’t already completed the form below and wish your child’s photograph to be taken please do so by Monday 6 June.

Please note that due to current GDPR regulations your child/children’s photograph cannot be taken unless the form below is completed.

Thank you for your cooperation.  If you wish any further information,  please do not hesitate to contact the school.

The next Parent Council meeting will be held online on Wednesday 8th June at 7pm. If you would like to join the Parent Council and attend the meeting please email the secretary by Tuesday 7th June at ochiltreeparentcouncil20@gmail.com so the meeting link and agenda etc can be sent out on time. 

Please click on the link below:

Coronavirus (COVID-19) | NHS inform

The school will be closed on Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd June. The school will re-open on Monday 6th June at 8.50am.

Thank you for coming along this morning and sharing our Jubilee Celebration with us. It was wonderful to be back together again and it even stayed dry. We will post the video and photographs on the school blog next week.

The raffle raised the fantastic sum of £342. This money will be used to offset the cost of the Jubilee water bottles.

Thank you for your wonderful support.

𝐎𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞 & 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩

𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍!!!

FUN FOR EVERYONE!!!

Join us on:

Saturday 4th June 2022

11am – 3pm

Ochiltree Community Hub

It’s FREE entry on the day and all children’s activities are free of charge!!!

There will be face painting, climbing tower, bouncy castle, inflatable assault course, outdoor games & more.

The Hub Cafe will be open throughout, serving food & drink. A great opportunity to catch up with friends & family. It’s Jubilee weekend, so come along and join the fun.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: the car park will be closed on this day. Alternative parking will be available at the Church & School.

Children should be accompanied by an adult and consent forms will need to be completed by a parent/carer for some activities.

Well done to the 10 players who took part in the Football Festival at RBA this afternoon. The team played very well and enjoyed the festival. Thank to Billy Alexander for giving up his time to take the training sessions on Mondays, Thanks also to Mark Hyslop for organising the event,

A reminder that permission is required for your child to be photographed and filmed during the Ochiltree Royal Variety Jubilee Performance tomorrow. Please complete the form before tomorrow morning.

Thank you.

Please note the details for tomorrow. Please enter via the car park. Entry will not be permitted before 10.40am. Thank you.

Permission is required for your child(ren) to be photographed and filmed for the above performance. All children and staff have worked extremely hard producing this performance and the school would like to share this amazing event with our families/friends and the Head of Education in East Ayrshire Council. Please complete as soon as possible. Your continued support is appreciated.

Thank you.

Primary 7 children are invited to attend some FREE fun football at Auchinleck Leisure Centre Astro Pitch. Details are on the poster. Pre booking required via: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AuchinleckPNL2022/

Thanks

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AuchinleckPNL2022/

Barry Holmes

Please see attached PDF:

Auch P7 P.N.L

We will be selling raffle tickets at the main entrance on Wednesday 1 June at our “Platinum Jubilee Celebration” costing £1.00 per strip.

Take at look at our prize …………………………..

• Freshly Prepared Savoury Selection
  Warm Scones With Cream and Preserves
  Variety of Cakes and Sweet Delights
  Your Choice of Tea or Coffee

Ochiltree will take part in a Football Festival at Robert Burns Academy on Tuesday 31st May 2022 from 3.45 – 5.00pm. Pupils involved will be given letters today. Billy Alexander and Mrs Shannon will attend. Parents of pupils involved should make arrangements to take their child to and from the Festival.

Please call the school on 01290 700351 if you require further information.

​​​​​​​Thank you.

P1/2 and P2/3 will visit Culzean Castle and Country Park on Friday 17th June 2022. Letters and consent forms will be distributed today. Please check your child’s bag. Payment should be made via Parentpay.

Please contact the school on 01290 700351 should you require further information.

Thank you.

Please see attached PDF from Mr McGurn, Depute Head Teacher Robert Burns Academy:

RBA P7 TRANSITION MAY 22