A very warm welcome back to all our pupils, parents and carers of Onthank Primary School.  We hope you have had a relaxing and safe Easter holiday.  We are so lucky that the weather has been good and the sunshine … Continue reading →

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Miss Anderson and  Miss Ellis tricked us all today at the James Hamilton hub.  Miss Anderson offered me a sweet but when I ate it, it turned out to be a grape! Did you trick anyone today?  Leave a comment … Continue reading →

Click on the picture to go to a new page which gives RESOURCES FOR RIGHTS LEARNING AWAY FROM SCHOOL

The following letter was sent to parents on our school app Letter to parents and carers – 23.3.20 If you wish to access any of this provision you will require to fill in our e-form here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id As you will … Continue reading →

EAC are continuing to provide meals to Free School Meals entitled families – register at http://eastayrshi.re/familymeals  

Hope all of our Onthank families and friends are all safe and well. We will be keeping the main blog page free for important information, however, we wanted to share a couple of ideas which might benefit all of our … Continue reading →

We said Goodbye to Mr Boyd who is leaving Onthank to take up a new PT post in Glasgow. All classes had a fun last day( for the time being) in school  as luckily the weather was in our favour. … Continue reading →

Please read the letter and follow the attached link. Letter to all parents and carers – 20.3.20

We gathered together for class photographs this afternoon before saying our goodbyes.   We are all hoping to all be back together soon.

As we say farewell to seeing many of our children the P7 class of 2020 picked the following song ….   Our leadership team and staff are so very proud of our children.  An Onthank assembly favourite!

Congratulations to Holly in P5 who won East Ayrshire’s internet safety competition by designing an avatar.  Holly has won a DASH robot for the school, well done! ?

We have put together a learning pack for your child. As we don’t know the duration of the closure, we have attempted to provide a range of activities which we would encourage your child to complete throughout the day, please … Continue reading →

Onthank Young People & Families, Our staff have been busy creating exciting and engaging home learning packs and digital learning activities for our young people.   Activities, as always, will be active, fun and inclusive for all learners, regardless of ability. Here … Continue reading →

Well done to Erin, Ellie and Mason.  They were the winners of the App design competition.  The ‘Make it Happen’ company were blown away by the amazing design ideas from our school. Thank you to all of our pupils for … Continue reading →

We would like to make sure we have the correct email address for all parents.  In these uncertain circumstances we will be contacting you at home via email. Please ensure the school has an up to date email address by … Continue reading →

Yesterday we distributed pupil reports. We do know that many children have not received them yet. To help us plan can all parents/carers please complete our online form.  Parents can pick up the school report if they are able to.  … Continue reading →

Primary 3 Nathan – talking about his Scottish project to the class Max – working well with his peers Mya – super instruction writing Primary 4 Imogen – always trying to brighten up a situation Lennon – making an effort … Continue reading →

If schools close in the coming days or weeks we would like the children to access Bug Club at home if possible. We have put together a step by step guide as to how to access it. In the meantime  … Continue reading →

Please click on the link below for the updated information on COVID-19 from Linda McAulay Griffiths, Head of Education.  This will also be sent to all parents/careers centrally via the school app. Coronovirus symptoms letter – updated guidance – 17.3.20 … Continue reading →

Onthank pupils working together to share their thoughts on their class team’s page.

Primary 7 helped set up our new Glow Blogs. We told them what we liked doing in school. Continue reading →

We have been looking at patterns and we drew patterns with chalk on the playground. Our P7 Buddies helped us. Continue reading →

We had fun doing our Sport Activities with P7s  and Sports Committee leading us   –  thank you. We went to the gym hall and took part in lots of fitness stations.  Thank you for your kind donations. Continue reading →

For reliable information our school app will be our main source of communication with parents/carers. You should check our news and message sections. Please can any parents who have not downloaded the app, do so as soon as possible. Thanks. … Continue reading →

  P1 had fun on Friday for Sports Relief 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Continue reading →

We had our first session on Monday and it was lovely to see the children engaging with the discussion and the activities. All the children in the group were given a letter to take home to parents/ carers, explaining what … Continue reading →

We are keen to support parents to ensure all young people are Cyber safe, especially with the growing use of a wide range of Apps and online forms of communication (WhatsApp/TikTok/Instagram/Snapchat etc). As part of our continued commitment, we are … Continue reading →

We are taking part in Sport Relief on Friday 13 March 2020.  Pupils can come to school wearing ‘Sporty’ clothes (no football colours) and bring in a small donation. The Sports Committee have created a timetable of activities inside and out … Continue reading →

  Primary 1 Noah – a super mixed up fairtytale Macie – writing super sentences Starla – using string to make our new phoneme – ch George – being the best and ‘Smartest Giant in Town’   Primary 2 Alfie … Continue reading →

A selection of photographs from last week’s visit have now been posted to the Primary 7 page of our blog.  Where possible we have tried to put them into different sports.

Change of menu for Friday 13 March as it is International School Meal Day. Scotland – Scotch Broth Soup Mexico – Chicken Fajitas & Wedges China – Spicy Vegetarian Noodles Italy – Pizza & French Fries America – Chocolate Muffins … Continue reading →

P6/7 football training will resume tomorrow (Tuesday 10 March) 3-4pm. Training will take place on the AstroTurf so please ensure your child has warm clothing with them.

In preparation for Parents’ Afternoon / Evening we would like to organise time slots.  Appointments will be available on Thursday 19 March from 3.10 pm – 8.30 pm.  Please indicate below if you wish an appointment.

We are having a World Book Day menu tomorrow in our dining hall: One Grain of Rice Soup (Chicken & Rice Soup) Jack & The Giant BBQ (BBQ Chicken in a Yorkshire Pudding) 10 Fat Sausages (Beef Sausages, Potato & … Continue reading →

Alistair and Charlie both competed in a taekwondo competition at the weekend and were successful winners. Alistair won a bronze medal and Charlie won silver. Well done , we are all proud of you.

Today our local MP Alan Brown came in to visit Primary 3 as part of the Scotland topic.  We asked him interesting  questions and learned lots about his job and his  passion for Scotland . Harris , Robbie , Lucas … Continue reading →

We all read Mr Wolf’s Pancakes and Heather came to our class to make pancakes. The pancakes tasted delicious. Continue reading →

Due to unforeseen circumstances Mrs Mills will have to cancel tomorrow’s after school Coding Club for P4-7 pupils ? Apologies in advance.

World Thinking Day 2020 is embracing the theme of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. World Thinking Day is celebrated on 22nd February every year. It is celebrated around the world by organisations such as Girl Guides, Brownies, Scouts, Rainbows, Beavers, Boys … Continue reading →

Mrs Bell will be starting an initial group for P3 and P4.  All pupils have been spoken to about it at Assembly and a letter has been sent home. Parents will be offered a date to come and find out … Continue reading →

Mrs Bell will be starting to work with P2 for the Massage in School programme., starting on Monday 24th February. MISP initial info letter updated

To celebrate World Thinking Day, pupils from any voluntary youth organisations are allowed to wear their uniform to school on Friday 21st February 2020. World Thinking Day is held every year and is a time when we celebrate and think … Continue reading →

P6 are visiting the Palace Theatre to see ‘Lifeboat’ (World War II Drama) on Monday 2 March 2020.  The bus will leave school around 12.15 pm and return by 3.00 pm.  The children will have an early lunch on this … Continue reading →

The Athletics Team will train at the Athletics Arena, Queens Drive, Kilmarnock on Wednesday 26 February from 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm. Please complete form below: The Athletics Team are taking part in the Athletics Regional Final on Friday 28 … Continue reading →

We have a change of menu tomorrow in the Dining Hall – a Valentine’s Buffet. Chicken Strips / Sausage Rolls / Sandwiches / Pizza Slices / Mozzerella Sticks Red Velvet Cupcakes / Strawberry Ice-cream Milk / Milkshake / Juice The … Continue reading →

        Primary 1 Shane – Working hard with French numbers. Oscar – Working hard at all times in class. Starla – Contributing to a class discussion about interesting sentences. Emily – Fabulous Phonics, well done!   Primary … Continue reading →

  We are having a Leaving Pizza Party for Mr Simpson on Thursday 6 February in our Dining Hall for pupils. Our menu on this day is: Cheese & Tomato Pizza Ham & Pineapple Pizza Chicken & Sweetcorn Pizza All … Continue reading →

Primary 1 Ruby – Super Subtraction! Zak – An outstanding recount of The Three Little Pig’s Story Cara – Excellent Subtraction Work Ava – Writing a super sentence on her own Tyler – making his own book   Primary 2 … Continue reading →

  Primary 1 Zac  – Super reading Calvin  – Excellent reading skills when decoding his words Liam  – trying very hard to blend words Rebecca  – writing an interesting letter to the friendly dragon Primary 2 Olivia  – excellent effort … Continue reading →

Firstly, a huge thank you to all parents and carers who were able to make us aware of the changes and difficulties that were occurring when logging in to BugClub recently. Having investigated this, it appears logging in to BugClub … Continue reading →

We are looking for good quality games that could be used in our classrooms during wet playtimes.  If you are having a clear out after Christmas and have games that you no longer need/want, then please send them into school.  … Continue reading →

An opportunity has arisen to support another school in our local authority and Mrs Findlay has agreed to the request made by the Head of Education to support Sorn Primary for a short period of time.  She will maintain close … Continue reading →

Primary 1 Corey – making sensible choices and trying hard Emma – writing super sentences Riley – trying really hard to make positive choices Hannah – achieving a personal goal Primary 2 Sofia – super Numeracy work – well done! … Continue reading →

Mrs Irving’s Homework Club will be starting again tomorrow – Thursday 9 January from 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm until further notice.

Please click on link below for info regarding P1 Registration: P1 Enrolment Flier 2020    

As we welcome our children back to school tomorrow, work is starting in the Primary 1 and 2 playground to expand Onthank Early Childhood Centre. Construction work means the gate nearest the NUKLEUS community centre will close. The middle gate will be re- … Continue reading →

During our Buddying time, P1B and P7S designed Christmas cards to give to our friends at Onthank ECC and Crossgates Care Home. We delivered these cards today where they were received with great thanks by children and adults alike.   … Continue reading →

Please click on link below for details of changes to Entry and Exits: Changes to Entry and Exits due to Early Childhood Expansion  

A grandparent has suggested Heather sells her Shortbread to raise funds for the Breakfast Club. The Elves have been busy baking Shortbread and is now available to buy from the Kitchen from today until it’s all gone. Price – £2 … Continue reading →

Hi folks This is just a reminder that the Christmas Choir for P6-7 are heading to Morrisons on Wednesday at 10am to sing for Hansel. Pupils should bring water and can wear a Christmas headpiece.

Primary 2 would like to invite you to their performance of “The Inn-Spectors” Venue: Main Hall – Onthank Primary School Time: 10am Date: 17th December 2019 (tomorrow!!) Tea and coffee will be served after the performance. We look forward to … Continue reading →

Merry Christmas?

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Christmas Lunch is on Thursday 12 December – all P1-P3 pupils receive free school meals so no cost.  P4-P7 cost £2.15 (pay through ParentPay) except for children in receipt of free meals. Main Meal Roast Turkey with Trimmings / Steak … Continue reading →

Primary 6 parents/carers, Please indicate below which evening performance(s) your child can attend. Children should arrive at school at 6.30pm for the evening performances wearing their Christmas attire. Thank you!

With Christmas fast approaching we are all more mindful than ever of the effects of poverty on the lives of many of the families we work with and the pressure many families feel to show their appreciation to staff in … Continue reading →

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to join us. Another fantastic turnout from all of the Community.?  

Please click on link below for P7 Letter and Transition Calendar: P7 Letter & Transition Dates  

P1, 3, 5 and 7 made the trip to the Palace Theatre for Cinderella today. We had lots of fun and the children behaved brilliantly. A huge  thank you and well done to staff, parents/ carers and children for making … Continue reading →

Primary 6 parents/carers, Please indicate below which evening performance(s) your child can attend. Children should arrive at school at 6.30pm for the evening performances wearing their Christmas attire. Thank you!

Both after school clubs are now off until January 2020.

Panto arrangements for pick up tomorrow and Thursday – all pupils will be brought into the main hall after the Panto at approximately 4.15pm.  Parents will come into the hall to collect their children. Pupils should wear school uniform and … Continue reading →

Week Beginning 2nd December Remember to bring your homework bags back on Friday. This is the last week of Homework until 2020. Task 1– Have a look at your new book, can you spot familiar letters? Talk about the pictures. Can you retell the story? Task 2 – Alphabet Rainbow words. let log lock lots …

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On Friday 29 November 2019, we have arranged a visit for all P1-P4 pupils from Harris McCoo and the author and illustrator of the books, Shirley Husband & Maurice Hynds. During the visit they will be reading their new book, “Angus McCoo and the Starry … Continue reading →

If you are able to come along to the Panto as a parent helper on Wednesday 4 December or Thursday 5 December in the afternoon please complete form below:  

Our Christmas Fayre is on Tuesday 3 December from 9.15 am till 12.00 pm.  Please see timetable below: 9.20 am          Primary 1 9.40 am          Primary 2 10.00 am       Primary 3 10.10 am       Primary 4 11.10 am       Primary 5 11.20 am       Primary 6 … Continue reading →

Week Beginning 25th November Remember to bring your homework bags back on Friday. Task 1– Have a look at your new book, can you spot familiar letters? Talk about the pictures. Can you retell the story? Task 2 – Phoneme challenge – These are the phonemes we have learnt so far: s a t p …

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Brilliant night with wonderful prizes. Thank you to all that attended.

  As you will be aware from our Diary Dates the whole school is going to ‘Cinderella’ at the Palace Theatre.  P1, P3, P5 and P7 are going on Wednesday 4 December and P2, P4 and P6 are going on Thursday 5 … Continue reading →

Primary 1 Heather – Super doubling facts Emilie – Excellent homework Josh – Trying very hard to blend words Amelia – Confident counting Primary 2 Alfie – Great number formation Zak – Great answering out in class especially at maths time … Continue reading →

The YMCA in Kilmarnock are running a number of evening opportunities – click on link below for further info: YMCA-Kilmarnock-Hobby-Club-Scheme    

Week Beginning 18th November Remember to bring your homework bags back on Friday. Task 1– Have a look at your new book, can you spot familiar letters? Talk about the pictures. Can you retell the story? Task 2 – Use your alphabet rainbow to say, make/break, blend, read and write these words can red top …

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Please click link below for updated December Dates December-2019-Dates-for-Parents        

All parents, carers and friends are invited to attend Onthank’s Breakfast Buffet on Friday 22 November from 8.15 am. The menu is: Cereal / Toast / Roll in Bacon / Roll in Sausage Served with Tea or Coffee Price is … Continue reading →