Onthank Primary School

East Ayrshire Council site

November 20, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

P5 trip to Dick Institute

Reminder that all of P5 will be visiting the Dick Institute for the Imprint book festival on Wednesday 21st November. Update on information- the workshop involves meeting an author, David MacPhail, who will discuss his work and how he develops … Continue reading

November 19, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Star Pupils

 Primary 1 Leah Marshall – using playdough to correctly sound out s-a-t and p-a-t Penny McCormack – achieving a personal target Myaa Cunningham – helping others with a challenge Ella Crawford – super effort at numeracy  Primary 2 Darcy Green … Continue reading

November 15, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

P5 trip to the Dick Institute

All primary 5 classes will be visiting the Dick Institute on Wednesday 21st November.  It is part of the Imprint book festival and pupils will be attending a workshop in the library: Workshop 1 – P5I and P5E Workshop 2 – … Continue reading

November 15, 2018
by EAamy.black@glow
0 comments

P5B Pointilism

  Primary 5B have been creating pointillism portraits in class. After studying famous Africans, we decided to create a portrait of Nelson Mandela using the Pointilism technique. We used a variety of crayons, pencils and felt tip pens to create … Continue reading

November 14, 2018
by User deactivated
0 comments

P7 Performance at Hillhead PS *UPDATED POST*

Please complete the form below to give permission for your child to participate in our dance performance at Hillhead PS next Monday  19th November as part of the North West Kilmarnock Action Plan Launch. This is a great opportunity for … Continue reading

November 14, 2018
by ealesley.williams@glow
0 comments

Ayrshire College Students – PE in P3C and P3S

P3C are enjoying PE sessions this year led by three students from Ayrshire College. Ryan, Baillie and Declan will be with us until Easter to help us to develop our skills in many sports. The boys are also offering lunchtime … Continue reading

November 13, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Star Pupils

   Primary 1 Lana Richmond, Harry Muir, James, Nelson, Amelia Wallace  Primay 2 Eoghan Williamson, Tyler Curran, Lucy Hunter, Max Rorison  Primary 3 Amy McArthur, Jessica Rodgers, Brodie Callaghan, Millie Brown  Primary 4 Rio Quinn, Zak Richmond, Calum Brown  Primary … Continue reading

November 12, 2018
by Mrs WRIGHT
0 comments

Anti-Bullying Week #ChooseRespect

#ChooseRespect Onthank Primary is taking the pledge to join Scotland’s  #ChooseRespect campaign. We are looking for parents to support us during Anti-Bullying Week. Before you give advice, get some …   The following guide gives parents and carers useful information. … Continue reading

November 11, 2018
by Mrs WRIGHT
0 comments

Ayrshire Schools Competition ??‍♂️?‍♀️

Congratulations to our swimming team, who represented our school on Saturday at the Citadel in Ayr. All the children swam brilliantly and made us feel proud!  Congratulations to Adam who got gold medals for freestyle ?and breast stroke ?and a bronze medal … Continue reading

November 9, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

Remembrance Medals P5E

P5E were learning about the importance of Remembrance Day 2018 and designed medals in honour of those who fought in the war. They all made a super effort and created lovely designs. Miss Ellis was delighted with their hard work … Continue reading

November 8, 2018
by ealesley.williams@glow
0 comments

P3 Welly Wednesday Phoneme Hunt

We had a very successful ‘Welly Wednesday’ phoneme hunt! We were looking for things which contained the phonemes ‘ck’ and ‘ai’. We were very lucky to begin our hunt by spotting the most beautiful ‘rainbow’. By the end of the … Continue reading

November 7, 2018
by EAamy.black@glow
0 comments

Wider Achievement – Bronze Medal

Sophie in P5B won 2 Bronze medals on Sunday 4th November at Bellahouston Leisure Centre in Glasgow in the City of Glasgow Gymnastics Club Floor & Vault Competition. Sophie won one of her medals in the team event and went on to … Continue reading

November 6, 2018
by Ms Merrick
0 comments

Eco Committee – Unwanted Box Requests

The Eco Committee are looking for any unwanted plastic or cardboard boxes  to help recycling within the classes.  Every class recycles plastic and paper. Any donations to the front office would be gratefully received.   Thank you The ECO Committee

November 5, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Star Pupils

 Primary 1 Sophie Mitchell, Dylan Millar, Casey Allen, Liam Rankin  Primary2 Millie Hogg, Mylie McClung, Max Muirhead, Jessica Dickie  Primary 3 Ross Golightly, Alistair Krupp, Jorgie Chisholm, Lauchlan Dunn  Primary4 Rudy O’Brien, Amy Bicker, Lucas Baird  Primary 5 Fraser Ritchie, … Continue reading

October 30, 2018
by Mr Simpson
0 comments

Cross Country Championships

Congratulations to Isla Tonner on 3rd place today at Ayrshire Athletics Arena. Jack Edgar and Lucas Bryden placed 4th and 5th respectively in their category. Well done to the whole team for giving their all and also thanks to the … Continue reading

October 30, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

Tempest Photographer – Individual / Family Photographs

Our school photographer will be visiting on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 November to take individual and/or family photographs.  If you have a child not at Onthank Primary and want them to be photographed with elder brother or sister please … Continue reading

October 25, 2018
by ealesley.williams@glow
0 comments

P3 were excited to meet Barney the Dinosaur!

We were so lucky to have a visit from the ‘Dino Team’ today! Kevin entertained us with fun and games and some of us got to hold a real snake! We also had a visit from Barney the T-Rex. We … Continue reading

October 22, 2018
by User deactivated
0 comments

Welcome Back P5i

It was nice welcoming all the children back this morning and I hope everyone had a lovely break. Spelling homework for this week ( due on Friday)  is the sound ‘ae’ and the many different combinations that make this sound,                 as in:    … Continue reading

October 12, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

Dramatic drama in P5E

Mr McIlwraith and Steven Swan led a drama activity with our class today.  Pupils were acting out a scene from the film Snow White. They had to think about using their voices, facial expressions, body movement and props effectively.  The … Continue reading

October 12, 2018
by EArhona.easter@glow
0 comments

P4E STEM Challenge

Today  we were given a paired STEM challenge to construct a Zip Line experience for a LEGO Minifigure. Here is the challenge: Here we are busy building our safe basket to carry our figure down. Here are our basket designs … Continue reading

October 11, 2018
by Miss Anderson
0 comments

P6 and Dean Park Rangers

Our P6 classes will be working with the Dean Park Rangers again and will be heading outdoors for another session. Children should come to school dressed in outdoor clothing, have wellies/boots, waterproof jacket  and their school uniform in their school bag to … Continue reading

October 11, 2018
by EAamy.black@glow
0 comments

P5B Knights and Castles Creations

P5B have been making a variety of fantastic Knights and Castles creations at home. We have had some excellent castles, maces, shields and swords. We also had a super PowerPoint from Oliver and an interesting fact file from Logan. Well … Continue reading

October 10, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

P5E Topic Homework (part 1)

P5E made a super effort with their topic homework this term and brought in a variety of work that showed their knowledge of Knights and Castles. Thank you to anyone at home who helped and it would seem the children … Continue reading

October 10, 2018
by EAamy.black@glow
0 comments

P5B Trip to Dundonald Castle

Primary 5B visited Dundonald Castle on a wet and windy day, nevertheless that did not stop the fun. Children got the opportunity to dress up as knights and princesses in a day which consisted of visiting the dungeons filled with creepy-crawlies,  dressing up … Continue reading

October 8, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Assembly⭐️

 Primary 1 Spencer Reed, Lucy Carten, Aiden Russell, Alfie McLauchlan, Elise O’Donnell  Primary 2 Connie McIlvanney, Robert Campbell, Lola James, Zoe McCracken  Primary 3 Lauren Stewart, Kaylah Boyd, Reece Hamilton, Jaxon Hopkins  Primary 4 Brooke Morgan, Keir Parsons, Mitchell Birtles … Continue reading

October 4, 2018
by User deactivated
0 comments

Daring Deeds @ Dundonald Castle with P5i

My Lord, Ladies and Gentlemen, we the courtiers of P5i beseech your attention for the squires and ladies of P5i who, with your consent, attended a gathering of Royalty and aristocracy at Dundonald Castle.  Your perusal of the evidence herewith … Continue reading

October 3, 2018
by ealesley.williams@glow
0 comments

STV Children’s Appeal Danceathon

Don’t forget to come to school dressed in sporty clothes (no football colours) on Friday to take part in the ‘Onthank Danceathon’ and help to raise lots of money for the STV Children’s Appeal. We would love if parents and … Continue reading

October 3, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
1 Comment

Parents’ Afternoon / Evening

It is time to offer you the opportunity to meet class teachers to discuss your child’s progress with learning.  We are keen to provide more choice to ensure this is a worthwhile meeting for all, as we recognise the importance … Continue reading

October 2, 2018
by User deactivated
0 comments

P5 Book Club and Active Maths games

Some pupils have said they are unable to  play Active Maths games on their tablets or phones because of Flash Player.  To overcome this, simply download the Puffin Browser onto your tablet or ‘phone and use it to access Active … Continue reading

October 2, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

P5 E Trip to Dundonald Castle

P5E visited Dundonald Castle today to further their knowledge of medieval times. We got to see and try different types of armour, experience the skill of falconry and tour the castle. Our day ended with a pretend battle involving foam … Continue reading

October 2, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Star Pupils

 Primary 1 Sophie Henderson, Mason Paterson, Hazel Paterson.  Primary 2 Ella O’Neil, Lucy McLean, Rachel McTaggart, Leo Massantini.  Primary 3 Dylan Graham, Mya Stebbings, Elle Barclay.  Primary 4 Calum Cairns, Kal McGonigale, Ryan Ritchie.  Primary 5 Faye Armstrong, Callum Milligan, … Continue reading

September 28, 2018
by Mrs WRIGHT
0 comments

Starting our 60th birthday celebrations!

September 1958 – September 2018 In September 1958 children first came to Onthank however our school wasn’t officially opened until 1959. We started the celebrations at our McMillan coffee morning today.  Thanks to Heather who made our cake and Mrs Findlay … Continue reading

September 28, 2018
by EAamy.black@glow
0 comments

P5B Knights

This week as part of our Knights and Castles topic P5B have been focussing on knights. Today we looked at what a knight wears. Lily, Alex, Sophie, Logan, Oliver and Callum trialled out wearing ‘armour’. The children had the opportunity … Continue reading

September 26, 2018
by
Comments Off on Primary 1 Homework

Primary 1 Homework

All Primary 1 pupils have now received their Bug Club bookmark home in their bag. You will find your child’s username and password for Bug Club on this bookmark and it should be kept in a safe place. Log in using the following link: https://www.activelearnprimary.co.uk Each child has some books to read by Friday 5th …

Continue reading “Primary 1 Homework”

Continue reading

September 26, 2018
by EArhona.easter@glow
0 comments

P4E Famous American Facts Homework

Please can you and your child research 3 interesting facts about a famous American and write them in your homework jotter for Tuesday 2nd October. It would be handy if this was the American past or present, your child is … Continue reading

September 26, 2018
by EAdario.franchi@glow
0 comments

Primary 4’s America Day

It’s that time of year again when the Primary 4’s razzle dazzle you with their famous American costumes and knowledge of the 50 states.   This year’s performance will be on Tuesday the 9th of October at 10am. However, we would … Continue reading

September 25, 2018
by ealesley.williams@glow
0 comments

STV Children’s Appeal 2018

We will be supporting the STV Children’s Appeal this year. The STV Children’s Appeal is committed to helping children and young people in Scotland affected by poverty. The money raised by the appeal helps make a real difference by providing … Continue reading

September 25, 2018
by EAamy.black@glow
0 comments

Primary 5 Homework

Primary 5 homework this week consists of ‘dge’ words. Children received a homework grid and should complete Task A – write out your words three times, followed by Task B – Consonants and Vowels. This is the spelling grid children … Continue reading

September 20, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

Primary 5 school trip

As part of our Knights and Castles topic Primary 5 classes will be visiting Dundonald Castle.  Each class will be going on a different day: P5E Tuesday 2nd October P5I Thursday 4th October P5B Tuesday 9th October P5M Thursday 11th … Continue reading

September 20, 2018
by User deactivated
0 comments

Macmillan Coffee Morning Reminder – Friday 28 September

Reminder – Please come along  to our Macmillan Coffee Morning.  We will also have a 60th Birthday Cake for our school to start our celebrations! 19 September 2018 Dear Parent / Carer Macmillan Coffee Morning – Friday 28 September As part … Continue reading

September 19, 2018
by EAdario.franchi@glow
0 comments

Primary 4 America Homework

This term, your child has been learning about America. We would like to draw your attention to the following; FRIDAY 5th OCTOBER – 3D Model Task We built this city on… P4 are going to design and create an iconic American … Continue reading

September 17, 2018
by ealesley.williams@glow
0 comments

Roald Dahl Day 2018

Pupils in P3W enjoyed Roald Dahl Day 2018. Roald Dahl has been our “Author in the Spotlight” this term. We have read ‘George’s Marvellous Medicine’ and we created our own magic medicine. Pupils brought in their favourite Roald Dahl books, … Continue reading

September 17, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

Litter Pick / Walking Bus on Thursday 20 September

Older class to collect younger class.  Collect bibs, pickers, gloves and bags at the back car park door. 9.15 am – P3S+P4E – Front of school grassy area 9.30 am – P2H+P6M – Front of school grassy area at side … Continue reading

September 17, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Assembly & Star Pupils

 Primary 1 Karis Paton, Josh McTaggart, Amelia Fulton, Euan Hunter  Primary 2 Stan Robertson, Rory Tosh, Brandon Grant, Harris Maclachlan  Primary 3 Maddison Paton, Blake Gorrie, Taylor Clannachan  Primary 4 Holly Nimbley, Aaron Harper  Primary 5 Oliver Mayes, Logan Rogers, … Continue reading

September 13, 2018
by Mr McIlwraith
0 comments

Athletics Arena Permission

For Primary 7 Athletics Team only. These children know who they are and have spoken to Miss Anderson about completing this form: Permission for training at the Athletics Arena on Thursday 20th and 17th September, 4-5pm.  

September 11, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Star Pupils

 Primary 1 Carter Liddell, Bonnie Wason, Penny McCormack, Lacey Bremner  Primary 2 Annalise Bruce, Amelia Tumi, David Hilland, Maci Hopes  Primary 3 Saskia Markac, Logan Millar, Kaycee Ritchie, Noa Wilson  Primary 4 Amro Al Hraki, Greg Salisbury  Primary 5 Alex … Continue reading

September 10, 2018
by eajennifer.ellis@glow
0 comments

Primary 5 – Homework Information

As part of Maths Week all Primary 5 pupils have been assigned some Active Maths games.  These games aim to reinforce pupils’ knowledge of whole numbers and rounding to 10 and 100.  Please use your Bug Club login details to … Continue reading

September 5, 2018
by Mrs Andrew
0 comments

This Week’s Star Pupils

    Primary 1 Mason McCristall, Ailish Walker, Leah Whyte, Mia Coote.  Primary 2 Mya Shepherd, David Morgan, Alysha Anderson, Logan Williams.  Primary 3 Mia Wason, Willow Townshend, Devlin Robertson, Leigham Williamson.  Primary 4 Mason McLean, Kelsi-Leigh Cree, Molly Muirhead.  Primary … Continue reading

September 4, 2018
by Mr McIlwraith
4 Comments

Sharing Information: Classroom Visits

Dear Parent / Carer,   Sharing Information: Classroom Visits The children have now settled in their new classes and we would like to offer you the opportunity to visit your child’s classroom and meet their teacher(s) in the school hall. … Continue reading

Report a Glow concern
Cookie policy  Privacy policy