Dyslexia Scotland is holding a meeting for parents, pupils and teachers on Wednesday 6 May 2015. The main topic of the meeting will be supporting dyslexia at home. For further details click on the link below:
Category: Parents
School closure for Bank Holiday and General Election
Dear Parent / Carer
We would like to remind you that the primary school and nursery will be closed on Monday 4th May 2015 for the Bank Holiday – pupils should return to school at the normal time on Tuesday 5th May.
The primary school and nursery will also be closed to pupils on Thursday 7th May 2015 as it is being used as a polling station for the General Election – pupils should return to school at the normal time on Friday 8th May.
Access to back playground when collecting children at 3pm
Dear Parent/Carer
As the weather (hopefully) continues to improve teachers will increasingly be taking advantage of our playground space and fabulous facilities for physical education and outdoor learning experiences linked to the curriculum.
To ensure the safety of all, and avoid disruptions/distractions to teaching and learning, can I please ask for the support of parents and carers in not entering the back playground until after the 2.55 pm ‘warning’ bell rings when collecting your child/children at the end of the school day.
School lunch Thursday 2 April
Dear Parent / Carer
In view of the early closure at 2.30 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday 2nd April 2015) there will only be a “soup and sandwich” lunch available.
For parents/carers of P5-P7
Only For Parents of P5 – P7 Pupils
Dear Parent / Carer
Please find letter attached regarding an invitation to the Health and Wellbeing drop in. Health and Wellbeing drop in April 2015
March Newsletter
Our latest newsletter is now available here.
End of Term Arrangements Thursday 2 April
Dear Parent / Carer
We would like to remind you that the school and nursery will close at 2.30 pm on Thursday 2nd April 2015 for the Easter break which means that there will be no wraparound service provided after 2.30 pm that day.
All pupils will be attending the Spring Service at Orchardhill Parish Church – the service starts promptly at 1.30 pm and parents are warmly invited to attend. Pupils will return to school and nursery after the service to be dismissed at 2.30 pm.
We hope you have an enjoyable break and we look forward to seeing pupils back at school on Monday 20th April at the normal starting time.
Giffnock Nursery Newsletter
The latest newsletter from the Nursery can be viewed here.
Eclipse of the sun March 20 2015
Children at Giffnock Primary took part in one of the most amazing natural sights in the universe – an eclipse of the sun. The weather was cloudy, but there were brief moments when the eclipse could be seen. The children brought their own viewers to see this amazing sight.
Photos taken by Mr. Small as the eclipse reached its maximum effect.
Giffnock Primary Pupil Transitions
A leaflet has been produced providing information about key transitions in your child’s time at Giffnock Primary. The leaflet can be seen on the Communication page under the Parents tab or by clicking here: Giffnock Primary Pupil Transition
Primary 7 BBC News School Reports
BBC News School Report 19 March 2015
Primary 7 pupils have had a great time making their own news reports today. The reporters filed stories about all the various Red Nose Day activities that took place in Giffnock Primary School. View the stories here.
Sports Services Programme April-June 2015
East Renfrewshire Council’s Sports Services April – Jun 2015 programme is now available for booking. To view all of our activities, please click on the following link: http://bit.ly/SportsApr-Jun15
Parental Drop In Friday March 15
Dear Parent / Carer
We would advise you that unfortunately the parental drop in has been cancelled on Friday 13th March 2015.
If you have any concerns please contact the school by telephone and a member of the management team will be pleased to assist you.
Spring Holiday Activities
East Renfrewshire Council’s latest holiday programme brochure is available to view by clicking here: www.bit.ly/SpringHolsActs2015
East Renfrewshire Child Protection Committee tackles exploitation
East Renfrewshire Child Protection Committee is inviting those living, working or volunteering in the local community to come together to find out how to keep children, young people and vulnerable adults safe from exploitation. There will be a series of meetings and you can find out more information be clicking on this link: East Renfrewshire tackles exploitation
Giffnock Primary School Book Fair March 2015
Our spring Book Fair will arrive in the school on Monday. A letter has been emailed to parents and children have been given a leaflet. You can see a copy of the letter by clicking here: Book Fair Letter March 2015
World Book Day 2015
World Book Day is on Thursday 5 March this year and a letter has been sent to all parents with information about the day. The letter can be read by clicking on this link: World Book Day 5 March 2015
February Newsletter
Our latest school newsletter for February can be found here.
Fairtrade Fortnight Challenge
The school’s Green Team and Rights Respecting School Committee have chosen this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight Challenge. The challenge is to collect packaging from a Fairtade item. More details can be found by clicking here.
Active Schools
New Primary Table Tennis Club: P5-P7
Our Active Schools Coordinator, Mrs Baxter, has organised a new Table Tennis Club for all pupils in Primary 5-7. The club is part of Woodfarm’s Commonwealth Games legacy, which aims to encourage our pupils to participate in sport, leading in turn to a healthier lifestyle. The club will run on Mondays at Woodfarm High School from 4.45pm-5.45pm. Mr Merriman, a P.E teacher from Woodfarm, will lead the club. Table tennis is extremely popular in Woodfarm, with many pupils attending the after school club and playing in tournaments. We are sure our primary pupils will enjoy the experience.
Active School Awards:
Mrs Baxter will attend our assembly before the end of term to issue awards to pupils who have been selected by coaches, teachers and volunteers. Pupils have been chosen due to their excellent sportsmanship, determination and respect for others and the leaders whilst at the clubs. Awards will be issued to pupils who have also excelled in the sport/ activity.
Tri-Athlon event- Wednesday 25th February 2015.
Around 25 pupils have been attending a Tri-athlon club at Woodfarm High. They have been training hard and have been getting fitter every week. Over the past 5 weeks they have been training towards a mini Tri-athlon event which will be held in Woodfarm High on Wednesday 25th February from 4-5pm. Medals will be given out to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
