School will be closed to pupils on Friday 7th (Staff In Service) , Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th for Mid-term break.
We will re-open on Wednesday 12th February.
Category Archives: News
Our Lady of the Missions Parent Staff Association December Minute
‘No Dogs Policy’
May I remind everyone that we have a “no dogs” policy here in Our Lady of the Missions Primary. If you are bringing a dog to school when dropping off or collecting your children then the dog must be kept on a lead and you should remain outwith the perimeter fence and not enter the playground areas. This reminder is sent in order that parents and children, particularly those how have a fear of dogs, are not unduly distressed before school begins or at the end of the school day.
Thank you for your assistance and cooperation in this regard.
Thank you for your assistance and cooperation in this regard.
Newsletter January 2014
Dear Parent/Carer
On behalf of all of the staff here at Our Lady of the Missions may I take this opportunity to wish you and your family a very happy and successful 2014.
This first newsletter of the New Year contains information on recent events and details of forthcoming events leading up towards Easter. Continue reading Newsletter January 2014
Active Kids Programme
Our school has once again signed up for the Sainsbury’s Active Kids Programme. Active Kids is a great opportunity to give young people the chance to try new and fun activities, learn life skills and get excited about having a healthy lifestyle. Continue reading Active Kids Programme
Stage Mass – P5
Father Duggan will celebrate Mass on Thursday 30th January here in the school at 1.45pm. The children in Primary 5 are looking forward to organising and participating in the Mass and cordially invite their parents / families / friends to attend
Burns Assemblies and P7 Burns Supper – Friday 24th January
Tomorrow, (Friday 24th) we will celebrate the life and work of Robert Burns. All classes will attend Burns themed assemblies where children will entertain with songs, poems and recitals. In the afternoon, Primary 7 will hold their annual Burns Supper.
Children may wear something tartan tomorrow if they wish!
Unfortunately, due to space restrictions in our hall, we cannot invite parents/carers to these events.
Primary 7 Cluster Ceilidh Thursday 30th January 1.00pm-2.30pm
Primary 7 classes will attend a ceilidh in St. Ninian’s High School, joining classes from St. Cadoc’s School and St. Joseph’s School.
Children should bring school PE kit: school polo shirt, trainers or sandshoes, dark shorts and dark joggers. We shall walk to St. Ninian’s through Eastwood Park wearing PE kit, therefore suitable outdoor clothing must be worn.
Classes will have an early lunch, leaving school at 12.45pm, a hot lunch will be available, if required.
Lockerbie Manor
As stated in our previous letter, a deposit of £50 per child is required to secure the booking for Lockerbie Manor by the end of January. This can be paid online via the school website (payment for schools) or in school, by cash or cheque made payable to East Renfrewshire Council.
IN ORDER TO SECURE A PLACE FOR YOUR CHILD, THIS BALANCE MUST BE PAID BY END OF JANUARY
Money will be accepted any day from now until the end of January.
East Renfrewshire Equalities Forum
Below is the minute of the January 2014 meeting of the Equalities Forum held in Woodfarm High School on January 16th.
East Renfrewshire Carers’ Centre
Please follow the link below for details of an event about Asperger’s taking place on February 20th.
Dyslexia Scotland Meeting
See attached flyer for a Dyslexia Scotland meeting at Mearns Castle High.
Seasons For Growth Programme
Seasons for Growth is a change, loss and grief education programme for children who have suffered loss through bereavement, divorce or separation. It supports young people as they work in a group to understand and learn the skills to manage the issues they experience when death, separation, divorce or other major changes occur in their lives. We will be running a Seasons for Growth Group here in Our Lady of the Missions over the coming months. In previous years it has proved to be a highly successful way of equipping children with relevant skills to cope with different types of loss. For full information and details of information session for parents- see link to letter below.
Amazonia Primary 2
P2b and P2c Tuesday 21st January 2014
P2a and P2d Wednesday 22nd January 2014
As part of our Social Studies project ‘The Rainforest’ we have arranged a visit to Amazonia in Strathclyde Country Park.
The children will leave the school by coach at 9.10am and return at 1.45pm.
School uniform should be worn
Packed lunch required
Cost of the trip is £5 to include the cost of the workshop and part of the transport, the remainder being subsidised by the PSA
There is a small gift shop at the venue, if you wish your child to buy a souvenir we would recommend a maximum of £2
If there is any change in medical conditions/medication/contacts, from information given at the start of term, please inform school office
We would be delighted to welcome parents with PVG/East Renfrewshire Disclosure to accompany us. Please let us know if you are able to help on the tear off slip
Newsletter and diary dates- 15th January 2014
Follow the link below to read our latest school newsletter and important dates for your diary- January 15th 2014.
Clubs at Our Lady of the Missions
From Italian to Skiing, this term we have a variety of fantastic clubs for pupils at Our Lady of the Missions to become involved in. The full details of each club can be found on the school website. Many of our clubs often become oversubscribed and in such cases a ballot is carried out. We don’t want pupils to be disappointed and therefore, wherever possible, we endeavour to run popular clubs again to give pupils another opportunity to get a place. If any parents have an interest in helping to run any of our clubs, or indeed start a new club, please contact the school office by phone or by email. Our Active Sports co-ordinator can also help arrange PVG disclosure checks to be carried for anyone wishing to help at our sports clubs.
Parliamentary Christmas Card Competition
P6b are proud to announce that Ciara Heather was a runner up in the 2013 Parliamentary Christmas card competition. Ciara was very pleased with the ipod touch that Ken MacIntosh MSP and Jim Murphy MP presented to her at a ceremony at the Eastwood Park Gallery. Congratulations Ciara from everyone at Our Lady of the Missions Primary
Primary 4a
Primary 4a have been learning about the life of St Ignatius Loyola. We made a ‘path’ to map out his life using writing and drawings. as we prepare for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist, we are going to try and follow his example.
House of the Week
Congratulations to everyone in St Margaret’s House who were ‘House of the Week’ winners last week! Keep up the good work!
After School Clubs
As part of East Renfrewshire health promotion in schools, letters of interest have been sent home for the following after school clubs. Continue reading After School Clubs
