Nursery Newsletter 14.11.2025

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Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Nursery Absence
If your child is going to be absent from nursery, please phone or email the school office on 0141 570 7260 before their start time. Although nursery attendance isn’t compulsory, it’s important that we’re informed of any absences, especially if they are unwell or have an infectious condition. Keeping us updated helps us maintain a safe and healthy environment for all children and staff, allows us to follow the necessary health guidelines, and ensures we can communicate promptly with other families if needed. Thank you for helping us protect the wellbeing of our nursery community. Continue reading →

School Newsletter 14.11.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Flu Immunisation – Information for Parents of Absent Pupils
If your child was absent from school yesterday and therefore missed their scheduled flu immunisation, please be aware that the NHS Immunisation Team has provided an alternative option.

If you would still like your child to receive their flu vaccine, you can contact the NHS team directly on 0800 917 6115. They will be able to offer you an appointment at a local clinic. Continue reading →

School Newsletter 07.11.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Children In Need: Friday 14th November
We are delighted to share details about our upcoming Children in Need Charity Event, taking place on Friday, 14th November. The week commencing 10th November will be filled with fun activities, and we are very excited for our activities and can’t wait to see everyone join in the fun while helping to make a difference! More details about our plans can be found in the attached document.  Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

Donations can be paid in cash at the school and nursery gates on the 14th November, from 8.50am and again from 3.10pm. Donations can also be made through ParentPay.

Pre-loved Donations
As a proud Eco Green Flag school, Netherlee Primary is always looking for sustainable ways to source the items we need for learning both in school and outdoors. We would be very grateful for any donations of good-quality items that could be reused within the school. By giving these items a new life, we can reduce waste and continue to promote our commitment to caring for the environment. We would gratefully receive any of the items from our wish list below to help with this activity. If you have, and are finished with, any of these types of items, please place any donations in our Recycled Donations Box situated at the main school office entrance from the 10th November. Any larger item drop offs can be coordinated with Mrs O’Brien by calling our school office. Thank you as always for your support.

Doll Cot, Doll Clothing, Cars, Dinosaurs, Small toy cleaning Set, Fabric, , Accessories (Hats, Scarves, feather boas, ties etc.), Loose Parts (Corks , Large Pebbles, Shells, Buttons, Bottle Tops, Curtain Rings, Nuts/Bolts), Wooden Baskets, Plastic Pipes, Guttering, Cable Reels

Parent Council Meeting: 12th November
The next meeting of the school and nursery Parent Council will be at 7pm on Wednesday 12th November.  This will be in the Hub in the school.  We hope to see as many parents and carers as possible and as ever will hear from the school leadership team on a number of issues, with the opportunity for free and open discussion.  If there is anything you would particularly like us to raise at the meeting then please email netherleeparentcouncil@gmail.com.

Celebrating Children’s Achievements
We always enjoy celebrating our children’s achievements, both in and out of school however, this session, we are making some changes to this process after speaking to groups of children and getting feedback from them.

Any out of school and any in-school achievements will now be displayed proudly on our lovely new House display boards. Please drop by to have a look any time you are in school, these are located in the link corridor leading off the atrium. These achievements can be big or small as we recognise that even what may appear as a small achievement to one person can be a huge success to another e.g. Learning to ride a bike or gaining a badge at swimming. In order to submit the information about your child’s out of school achievements, please complete the Google Form using the link below.  Please note the link will feature each week in our Friday newsletter and you are welcome to send in achievements at any time.

Achievements Outside of School Google Form
No photographs are required. We will display your child’s name, details of their achievement and their house colour on the House Boards which we hope to fill with lots of wonderful achievements as we know so many of our children do fabulous things out with school.  As always, we would be very grateful for any feedback from parents/ carers in relation to this.

Primary 1: Height and Weight Screening Programme
Please check your child’s bag for an NHS Letter regarding the P1 Height and Weight screening programme. These letters must be returned to the school office no later than Wednesday 19th November.  Many thanks.

Primary 5: Showcase
P5 are very busy at the moment learning about the Ancient Egyptians. They would be delighted if you could join them on Thursday 27th November at 9.30am for their showcase. We invite two adults per pupil to come along to the showcase.

Primary 6b: Ancient Greece Taste Test
As part of our work on our Big Question “What was life like in Ancient Greece?”, Mrs O’Brien would like to challenge Primary 6B to the ultimate taste test. As part of this children will be given the option to try the foods listed below. If there are any changes to your child’s dietary information or you would rather your child not take part please contact the school no later than Friday the 14th of November. Thank you.

Bread
Feta Cheese
Goat Cheese
Olives
Figs
Honey
Grapes

As always, we are always here to help in any way we can, whether that be about your own child or a more general matter in relation to the school or nursery.  We are also always looking for suggestions and new ideas so please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Have a wonderful weekend.

 

Nursery Newsletter 07.11.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Parent Appointments
Thank you for signing up for one of the appointments which will begin during week commencing 10th November. We look forward to this opportunity to share progress of learning and working together towards next steps for your child.

Children In Need: Friday 14th November
We are delighted to share details about our upcoming Children in Need Charity Event, taking place on Friday, 14th November. The week commencing 10th November will be filled with fun activities, and we are very excited for our activities and can’t wait to see everyone join in the fun while helping to make a difference! More details about our plans can be found in the attached document.  Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

Donations can be paid in cash at the school and nursery gates on the 14th November, from 8.50am and again from 3.10pm. Donations can also be made through ParentPay.

Fun at the Fayre
We’re getting ready for our Winter Fayre on Thursday 20th November and would love your support! We’re kindly asking for donations of home baking to sell at the event — please ensure all goodies are nut-free and that any allergens are clearly labelled. Please let us know as soon as possible if you will be able to donate any home baking the day before or on the day of the Fayre. The children and staff will also be busy in the kitchen, baking and cooking up tasty savoury treats as well as creating some beautiful festive artwork to sell. All funds raised will go towards supporting nursery resources and activities — thank you for your generosity and help in making our Winter Fayre a success!

The Great Outdoors
Outdoor play offers so many wonderful benefits for our nursery children! Spending time outside helps to build physical strength, coordination, and confidence, while also encouraging curiosity and imagination as children explore the natural world around them. Fresh air and open spaces provide opportunities for social interaction, problem-solving, and teamwork, as well as supporting overall wellbeing and a sense of calm. Whether it’s climbing, digging, or simply discovering something new, outdoor play is an important and joyful part of every child’s learning and development.

As the weather turns wetter and muddier, we’d like to remind families to please ensure that your child’s bag has a complete change of clothes, including socks and underwear, so they’re comfortable after outdoor play or any little accidents. We’re also looking for donations of preloved leggings or jogging bottoms in all sizes to keep in nursery for spare changes. Any contributions would be greatly appreciated and will help keep all our children warm, dry, and happy throughout the day!

Hedgehog Highway Heroes
The P7 Eco & Sustainability Group have been busy helping in nursery to create a Hedgehog Highway in our outdoor area. By making small gaps in fences and adding safe spaces for hedgehogs to explore, the children are helping these little creatures move freely between gardens in search of food and shelter. This exciting project has sparked lots of wonderful conversations in the nursery about conservation, animal habitats, and hibernation, encouraging our young learners to think about how we can all help protect wildlife in our local environment.

Family Learning Drop ins (Health and Well Being Focus) – Wednesday 19th November 3.00-4.00 or Thursday 20th November 4.00-5.00

We’d like to invite families to a drop-in session to chat about how we support children’s Health and Wellbeing in nursery. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how we help children make positive behaviour choices, build friendships, and develop important skills like empathy and self-regulation. Staff will be on hand to share ideas, answer questions, and offer practical tips for supporting wellbeing and positive behaviour at home and in nursery. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dates for your diary:
Winter Fayre 6.30-8.00 Thursday 20th November in the school building
Book Week Scotland 17th to 23rd November- ask your child about exciting learning experiences, new stories and songs.

Parent Council Meeting: 12th November
The next meeting of the school and nursery Parent Council will be at 7pm on Wednesday 12th November.  This will be in the Hub in the school.  We hope to see as many parents and carers as possible and as ever will hear from the school leadership team on a number of issues, with the opportunity for free and open discussion.  If there is anything you would particularly like us to raise at the meeting then please email netherleeparentcouncil@gmail.com.

Voluntary Contributions to Nursery Fund
Voluntary contributions to our nursery fund play a valuable role in enriching the experiences we can offer the children. While core activities are always provided, these contributions help us go further—supporting special resources, workshops, outings, and creative projects that spark curiosity and make learning even more exciting. Every contribution, no matter the size, directly benefits the children by providing opportunities that enhance their development and enjoyment at nursery. We appreciate your involvement and engagement with all aspects of nursery life and look forward to working with you again this year. Contributions can be made via ParentPay.  Thank you so much to those families who have already donated.

Achievements
We love celebrating the children’s achievements both in nursery and at home, and we’d be delighted if you could share special moments from outside of nursery too. Whether it’s learning a new skill, showing kindness, or simply making you proud, these experiences help us to build a fuller picture of your child’s development. Please feel free to send in photos, notes, or stories so we can share their successes with the nursery community and celebrate them together. Click on the Achievements link below to share achievements with us.

As always, we are always here to help in any way we can, whether that be about your own child or a more general matter in relation to the school or nursery.  We are also always looking for suggestions and new ideas so please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Have a wonderful weekend.

 

 

Nursery Newsletter 31.10.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Children In Need: Friday 14th November
We are delighted to share details about our upcoming Children in Need Charity Event, taking place on Friday, 14th November. The week commencing 10th November will be filled with fun activities, and we are very excited for our activities and can’t wait to see everyone join in the fun while helping to make a difference! More details about our plans can be found in the attached document.  Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

Parent Meetings
Parent appointment booking sheets are still available in the foyer for parents/ carers to select a suitable appointment time and day for upcoming parent meetings week commencing 10th November.

Winter Fayre – Thursday 20th November 6.30pm-8pm
The nights are drawing in and we are all busy getting ready for this year’s Winter Fayre. Make sure you save the date, it’s sure to be a wonderful night. More information can be found in the attached flyer.

Book Fair
Please see the attached letter for information about our upcoming book sale taking place during week commencing Monday 3rd November. Please note the change of dates, as there was an error on the previous letter.

Handwashing
At nursery, we are continuing to reinforce the importance of good handwashing habits to help maintain a healthy and hygienic environment for everyone. Children are encouraged to wash their hands regularly, especially before eating and after using the toilet, with staff modelling the correct technique and providing gentle reminders throughout the day. Fun songs and rhymes are also used to make handwashing an enjoyable and memorable part of our daily routine, helping children understand why keeping their hands clean is so important in preventing the spread of germs.  We use this fun video. Here is the link in case you would like to watch it with your child at home too:

Splish, Splash, Learning Outdoors!
We encourage all families to leave a named pair of wellies at nursery so children can easily get ready for outdoor play. Our dedicated boot room makes it simple for children to change into their stored wellies and the waterproof puddle suits and jackets provided by the nursery. This routine helps promote independence as children learn to dress themselves, while ensuring they can enjoy exploring, playing, and learning outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Community Event: Caledonia Gladiators
We have been in discussion with the Caledonia Gladiators, who play their home games at Playsport Arena, East Kilbride. As a thank you, they have gifted our school and nursery with some free tickets for this weekend’s game. Details are as follows:
Caledonia Gladiators v Manchester
Sunday 2nd November
Doors 2.30pm
Tip-Off 4pm
Playsport Arena
Game-Day Host: The famous Des Clarke
Discount Code: LP100

Please visit our club website www.caledoniagladiqators.com where you can use this discount code at check-out to get your free tickets.  There are only 50 tickets for our nursery and school, so it will be first come first served.

Community Information: Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Peer Support
Please see attached a flyer regarding a drop in group for mums and parents across the Greater and Clyde area.

Community Event: Gaelic Medium Information Evening at Thornliebank Primary
We are holding an open evening about Gaelic Medium Education on the 13th November. This is for anyone who is interested in Gaelic Medium Education at Thornliebank Primary. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, listen to a short presentation and meet other parents who currently have children going through GME. Further details are on the flyer attached.

Voluntary Contributions to Nursery Fund
Voluntary contributions to our nursery fund play a valuable role in enriching the experiences we can offer the children. While core activities are always provided, these contributions help us go further—supporting special resources, workshops, outings, and creative projects that spark curiosity and make learning even more exciting. Every contribution, no matter the size, directly benefits the children by providing opportunities that enhance their development and enjoyment at nursery. We appreciate your involvement and engagement with all aspects of nursery life and look forward to working with you again this year. Contributions can be made via ParentPay.  Thank you so much to those families who have already donated.

Achievements
We love celebrating the children’s achievements both in nursery and at home, and we’d be delighted if you could share special moments from outside of nursery too. Whether it’s learning a new skill, showing kindness, or simply making you proud, these experiences help us to build a fuller picture of your child’s development. Please feel free to send in photos, notes, or stories so we can share their successes with the nursery community and celebrate them together. Click on the Achievements link below to share achievements with us.

Coming Together for Our School & Nursery – PTA Update

Tombola Collection & Cosy Sweater Day: This is a date for your diary! The Tombola Collection for this year’s Winter Fayre will take place on Monday, 17 November. In the morning, volunteers from the PTA will be at each of the gates to receive your donations. To mark the occasion, children can come to school wearing a cosy jumper. More information can be found on the attached flyer.

On Monday, 17 November, if you want to help with the collections and / or sorting, then please send us an email at netherleepta@gmail.com or via our social media pages – Instagram: @netherleepta and Facebook: Netherlee Nursery & Primary School PTA

Community Event: Starting Solids Workshop
Early Years Scotland will be hosting a workshop on starting solids for parents and carers with babies at the age of 6 months. Come along to get information on:

When your baby is ready to try solid food
Foods to start with
Know when your baby is hungry and when they have had enough

To get more information on making mealtimes an enjoyable experience come along to Eastwood Health & Care Centre on Thursday 13th November, 1pm – 2.30pm.  Spaces are limited, so to book your place, contact Louise on 07387414287

As always, we are always here to help in any way we can, whether that be about your own child or a more general matter in relation to the school or nursery.  We are also always looking for suggestions and new ideas so please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Nursery Newsletter 24.10.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Proposed Nursery Logo
The proposed nursery logo incorporating the ideas of children, families and staff is on display in the foyer of the nursery. Thanks to those who have already added to our ‘Post It’ survey. We understand that drop off and collection time can be very busy for families, so we have added this link to our survey to seek your views at the most convenient time for you. Please share your opinion using the survey link below.

Nursery Logo and Values Survey

Winter Fayre Stalls
We will be holding our annual Winter Fayre on Thursday 20th November, 6.30pm-8.00pm. If you, or someone you know, would like to reserve a stall at the fayre please email or call the school office to book a place. Stalls are £15, payable on the night. As well as being a fantastic, fun, community event, the Winter Fayre allows us to raise funds for our school and nursery funds. These are used to buy lots of additional resources for the school and nursery eg the development of our outdoor spaces and playground games and toys.

Planned Menu Change – Friday 31st October
Please find attached our planned menu change for Halloween on Friday 31st October. The allergy information is included to enable your child to select a suitable option.  However, if you require further allergy or dietary information, please contact your catering team via the school office. If you have completed a lifestyle meal request form a suitable alternative will be provided.

New Medication Policy
Please see updated Early Years Medication Policy here from East Renfrewshire Council.

Absence Information
If your child is unwell or unable to attend nursery, please let us know as soon as possible. You’ll find all the information you need about when to keep your child at home and when it’s safe for them to return in this link. Absence  Due to Illness Information

Get Involved
We’re excited to share that we’re making some wonderful improvements to our outdoor play area to give the children even more opportunities for exploration and creativity! One of our new additions will be a large outdoor sandpit where children can dig, build, and imagine together. To help bring this project to life, we would love some support from our families—whether through donating materials, lending tools, or volunteering a little time to help with construction. If you’re able to get involved and can spare even a little amount of time, please speak to a member of staff—we’d be so grateful for your help in creating this fantastic new space for the children to enjoy!

Parent Meetings
Parent appointment booking sheets will be in the foyer from Monday 27th October for parents/ carers to select a suitable appointment time and day for upcoming parent meetings week commencing 10th November.

Book Sale Reminder
Please see the attached letter for information about our upcoming book sale taking place during week commencing Monday 3rd November.

Voluntary Contributions to Nursery Fund
Voluntary contributions to our nursery fund play a valuable role in enriching the experiences we can offer the children. While core activities are always provided, these contributions help us go further—supporting special resources, workshops, outings, and creative projects that spark curiosity and make learning even more exciting. Every contribution, no matter the size, directly benefits the children by providing opportunities that enhance their development and enjoyment at nursery. We appreciate your involvement and engagement with all aspects of nursery life and look forward to working with you again this year. Contributions can be made via ParentPay.  Thank you so much to those families who have already donated.

Community Events: Sports Clubs Taster Sessions
Enjoy East Ren run over 120 sports classes every week, and your child can try a class for free!  Booking is easy, choose the sports class you would like to try and at the payment screen, click ‘Book Your Trial’! Search and book all classes here: https://www.enjoyeastren.org/sports-arts/sports/kids-sport-classes/. More information can be found in the attached leaflet.

As always, we are always here to help in any way we can, whether that be about your own child or a more general matter in relation to the school or nursery.  We are also always looking for suggestions and new ideas so please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Have a wonderful weekend.

School Newsletter 24.10.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Winter Fayre Stalls
We will be holding our annual Winter Fayre on Thursday 20th November, 6.30pm-8.00pm. If you, or someone you know, would like to reserve a stall at the fayre please email or call the school office to book a place. Stalls are £15, payable on the night. As well as being a fantastic, fun, community event, the Winter Fayre allows us to raise funds for our school and nursery funds. These are used to buy lots of additional resources for the school and nursery eg the development of our outdoor spaces and playground games and toys.

Planned Menu Change – Friday 31st October
Please find attached our planned menu change for Halloween on Friday 31st October. The allergy information is included to enable your child to select a suitable option.  However, if you require further allergy or dietary information, please contact your catering team via the school office. If you have completed a lifestyle meal request form a suitable alternative will be provided.

Feedback Friday
Just a reminder that on Friday, it is Feedback Friday. Can all home learning jotters/project work please be brought into school with your child on Friday.

Absence Information
If your child is unwell or unable to attend school, please let us know as soon as possible. You’ll find all the information you need about when to keep your child at home and when it’s safe for them to return in this link. Absence  Due to Illness Information

Book Sale Reminder
Please see the attached letter for information about our upcoming book sale taking place in school during week commencing Monday 3rd November.

Bikeability Help
Bikeability Scotland will be delivering training for anyone that would like to become a volunteer and help us deliver cycle training. Feedback from other parents that have undertaken this training and now help with Bikeability in school is very positive.

“The training was excellent and gave me the knowledge and confidence to be able to plan and deliver sessions right away… We received lots of fun games and helpful tips and it was great to be able to refer back to these.”

“Cycling is such an important life skill… it was super rewarding delivering these sessions. The children always have a great time and are very enthusiastic and respectful.”

The training will be on Wednesday 3rd December and Friday 5th December 9am-12.30pm at Carolside Primary.

Participants are required to attend both mornings and it covers Level 1 playground training and Level 2 on road training. The course is a mix of theory and practical so those attending will need access to a bike and helmet.

If you would like to attend the training or would like more information please email Mr Bryce. An information flyer can be found here.

Celebrating Children’s Achievements
We always enjoy celebrating our children’s achievements, both in and out of school however, this session, we are making some changes to this process after speaking to groups of children and getting feedback from them.

Any out of school and any in-school achievements will now be displayed proudly on our lovely new House display boards. Please drop by to have a look any time you are in school, these are located in the link corridor leading off the atrium. These achievements can be big or small as we recognise that even what may appear as a small achievement to one person can be a huge success to another e.g. Learning to ride a bike or gaining a badge at swimming. In order to submit the information about your child’s out of school achievements, please complete the Google Form using the link below.  Please note the link will feature each week in our Friday newsletter and you are welcome to send in achievements at any time.

Achievements Outside of School Google Form

No photographs are required. We will display your child’s name, details of their achievement and their house colour on the House Boards which we hope to fill with lots of wonderful achievements as we know so many of our children do fabulous things out with school.  As always, we would be very grateful for any feedback from parents/ carers in relation to this.

Community Events: Sports Clubs Taster Sessions
Enjoy East Ren run over 120 sports classes every week, and your child can try a class for free!  Booking is easy, choose the sports class you would like to try and at the payment screen, click ‘Book Your Trial’! Search and book all classes here: https://www.enjoyeastren.org/sports-arts/sports/kids-sport-classes/. More information can be found in the attached leaflet.

Primary 6b: Change to PE
There is a slight change to the PE timetable for P6b. Tuesday will be indoor PE and Friday will be outdoor PE. Please send your child to school dressed in appropriate PE uniform on those days. Many thanks.

Primary 7: Remembrance Assembly
P7 would be delighted if you could join them on Tuesday 11th November from 9.30am – 10.30am for their Remembrance Assembly.

As always, we are always here to help in any way we can, whether that be about your own child or a more general matter in relation to the school or nursery.  We are also always looking for suggestions and new ideas so please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Nursery Newsletter 09.10.2025

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Hello everyone,

As the seasons change, we’re embracing the wonders of Autumn in our nursery. The children have been exploring the sights, sounds, and textures of this beautiful time of year — from crisp leaves to shiny conkers and pinecones.

Over the next few weeks, we will be using natural Autumnal objects in our play and creative projects. We would love your help collecting treasures from nature — things like leaves, twigs, acorns, conkers, pinecones, seed pods, or small branches. These items will be used as loose parts in our construction and sensory play areas, as well as in transient (temporary) art creations that encourage imagination and fine motor skills.

If you can, please bring your finds into nursery in a small bag or box, and we will add them to our Autumn collection for everyone to enjoy!

Thank you for helping us make learning so rich and connected to the world around us.

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Proposed Nursery Logo
The proposed nursery logo incorporating the ideas of children, families and staff is on display in the foyer of the nursery. Thanks to those who have already added to our ‘Post It’ survey. We understand that drop off and collection time can be very busy for families, so we have added this link to our survey to seek your views at the most convenient time for you. Please share your opinion using the survey link below.

Nursery Logo and Values Survey

School and Nursery Communication
As you may know, in line with East Renfrewshire Council’s Education Department’s advice, we no longer use X to share school and nursery events and photographs. However, we thought that this would be a good time to remind you of all of the platforms that we do use to keep you up to date with school and nursery news and your child’s learning.

Friday Bundle
Each week we send school and nursery Friday Bundles. These contain all non-urgent communication for families. If you miss any, we also upload and store them each week on our Netherlee website.

Social Media – Instagram
We are delighted to announce that, in line with East Renfrewshire Council and also many other schools, we are now using Instagram as our social media platform. We are very excited about this and hope it will offer an engaging and accessible way for parents, children and families to stay connected with life in Netherlee

https://www.instagram.com/netherleeprimaryandnursery

Safer Schools App
The Safer Schools App provides parents and carers with reliable, up-to-date advice and guidance on online safety. Key benefits include:

  • Expert advice on issues such as harmful content, image sharing, gaming, consent, and mental health
  • Notifications with the latest safeguarding news and advice
  • Updates on new apps, games, and online trends young people are engaging with
  • Practical tips to support family conversations about the digital world

Download the app here: Safer Schools App

We hope that by using these various platforms, you are able to stay informed and engaged with both school and nursery life.

Community Engagement
The children have been interested recently in firefighters, so there is a visit arranged soon for Clarkston Fire Service to share what their job involves and how they help our community. If you, your family or a contact of yours would be willing to offer their time to visit our nursery to share their skills or teach us about their hobby or profession, please let us know.

Voluntary Contributions to Nursery Fund
Voluntary contributions to our nursery fund play a valuable role in enriching the experiences we can offer the children. While core activities are always provided, these contributions help us go further—supporting special resources, workshops, outings, and creative projects that spark curiosity and make learning even more exciting. Every contribution, no matter the size, directly benefits the children by providing opportunities that enhance their development and enjoyment at nursery. We appreciate your involvement and engagement with all aspects of nursery life and look forward to working with you again this year. Contributions can be made via ParentPay.  Thank you so much to those families who have already donated.

Achievements
We love celebrating the children’s achievements both in nursery and at home, and we’d be delighted if you could share special moments from outside of nursery too. Whether it’s learning a new skill, showing kindness, or simply making you proud, these experiences help us to build a fuller picture of your child’s development. Please feel free to send in photos, notes, or stories so we can share their successes with the nursery community and celebrate them together. Click on the Achievements link below to share achievements with us.

Community Events: Library Activities
East Renfrewshire has a fantastic lineup of free, fun-filled activities for children this October at the libraries! There’s so much happening this month, so come along and join us for a month packed with exciting events and adventures for the little ones to enjoy. Don’t miss out on the fun—see you there! Events | East Renfrewshire Libraries

October Break
Just a quick reminder that school and nursery will be closed tomorrow for a staff in-service day, followed by the October holiday week.  We hope all of our Netherlee families enjoy a restful and enjoyable holiday, and we look forward to welcoming all of our children back to nursery from Monday 20th October.

As always, we are always here to help in any way we can, whether that be about your own child or a more general matter in relation to the school or nursery.  We are also always looking for suggestions and new ideas so please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Yvonne Donaldson (HT) and Jackie Toman (PT)
Netherlee Primary School & Nursery Class
East Renfrewshire
0141 570 7260

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School Newsletter 09.10.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

School and Nursery Communication
As you may know, in line with East Renfrewshire Council’s Education Department’s advice, we no longer use X to share school and nursery events and photographs. However, we thought that this would be a good time to remind you of all of the platforms that we do use to keep you up to date with school and nursery news and your child’s learning.
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Nursery Newsletter 03.10.2025

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Hello everyone,

Upcoming Events
Please have a look at the parent calendar, available on our Netherlee Website, to see all the dates and times of the various events coming up.  This link will take you straight there https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/sandnc/calendar.

Chatter Café
Our next Chatter Café is on Wednesday 8 October and we look forward to welcoming you in for a cuppa and a catch up. We hope you are able to join us.
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