On Wednesday 20th November 2024 our Rights Respecting Schools Pupil Committee have organised a Dress Down Day as part of their global fundraising project. Suggested donation £1. Help our Rights Respecting Schools Pupil Committee to twin our toilets and fund a project in a community that helps families to build their own basic toilet, access clean water and learn about hygiene – a vital combination that saves lives.
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Annual Family Quiz Night – Thursday 28th November 2024
After the success of our Quiz Night last year, our Quiz Night is back. Booking info will be issued to families tomorrow.
Join us for our annual Family Quiz Night
Thursday 28th November 2024 (6- 7.30pm)
What you need to know –
- Doors open at 5.45pm. Entry through the main entrance.
- Quiz will start at 6.10pm sharp.
- Drinks, crisps and sweets will be available to purchase on the night (Cash only). Please note, no alcohol is permitted at this event
- £5 per table/team. Up to 6 individuals permitted per table/team. Children under 5 go free.
- Ticket holders will not be given a ticket. Instead names will be added to guest list.
- Money raised will go to our School Fund.
- We have some fabulous prizes up for grabs for the winning team.
- To book please complete the tear off slip that will be sent out to families on Monday 18th November and return to the school office with payment by Friday 22nd of November 2024. Please note, due to the capacity of our hall, tables are limited. To guarantee your table please book in advance. We will notify families if they have been successfully booked in.
BOOK WEEK SCOTLAND 2024
We are looking forward to celebrating Book Week Scotland next week in school. We have lots of exciting activities planned in school. Click on the link below to find out more –
Fair Trade Update
We are delighted to share that we have been awarded a FairAware award from Fairtrade. This is the first of three awards that can be granted to schools in recognition of them taking action to learn about Fairtrade and its values.
Well done to Primary 3 and their AMAZING teachers who have worked hard to collate all our school evidence for the award. We look forward to continuing on our Fairtrade journey.
TRANSPORT SUPPORT TO SMITHYCROFT SECONDARY
MESSAGE FROM THE PARENT COUNCIL FOR PRIMARY 7 PARENTS
Dear Families,
For some time the walking distance to Smithycroft Secondary, for children transitioning there after Primary 7, has been a concern for families. The Parent Council, as part of one of their Grand Challenges, have been liaising with Glasgow City Council (GCC) regarding these concerns. In order for us to continue to do effectively we need to have as much information as possible. We recently asked all families to complete a short survey to provide us with the information that we need to allow us to continue discussion with GCC. So far only 17 families have completed the survey. Can we kindly ask that if you have not already completed the survey, you do so by the 11th of November 2024. An email link has been sent to all Primary 7 families today.
Additionally a number of families who have completed the survey, who may be eligible for free transport support from GCC, have not yet completed the online application form. If you think you may be eligible for transport support, primarily because you live more than 2.2 miles from the local catchment secondary school by the shortest suitable walking route, you must click on the link below to apply. The school or Parent Council cannot do this on your behalf.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us via email – wallacewellpsparentcouncil@glow.ea.glasgow.sch.uk
Kind Regard
The Parent Council
FREE SCHOOL MEALS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Free School Meals
Lots of our families, who we believe are entitled to Free School Meals (FSM), have still not registered. As you will be aware all P1-5 pupils attending school in Scotland are entitled to free school meals.
For other pupils (P6-7), parent or carer must be in receipt of –
- Universal credit and earning no more than £726 in the monthly assessment period before you apply.
- CTC only with income under £18,725
- CTC/WTC with income under £8,717
- Income support
- Income-based jobseeker’s allowance
- Income-related employment and support allowance
- Asylum support from the Home Office
If your child is in P1-5 and also eligible for free school meals due to low income, you should still apply for free school meals to make sure that you get the Scottish child payment bridging payment. We would also encourage parents/carers of pupils in P6-7 to apply if you think you meet the criteria above.
Please visit the website for further information and to apply. If you require any assistance please do not hesitate to contact us at the school.
https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/article/17885/Clothing-Grants-and-Free-School-Meals
ASN Blether Cafe
Our ASN Blether Cafe was so well received last session that it is making a comeback in January 2025.
Come along to one of our monthly sessions. This is a chance for you to relax, unwind, meet other families with children with additional support needs and make new friends.
Where: Wallacewell Primary (Creative Enquiry Room)
When: 9.15-10.30am
• Friday 31st January 2025
• Friday 28th February 2025
• Friday 28th March 2025
• Friday 2nd May 2025
WALLACEWELL COMMUNITY CAFE
Come along to our Community Cafe, every Thursday at 9.15am, starting on Thursday the 7th of November 2024.
We look forward to seeing you there.
HOUSE POINTS – TERM 1 WINNERS
We are delighted to announce that Ben More were our winning house in Term 1 and have earned themselves a super house prize. They achieved this by working together to earn the most house points across Term 1. On Friday 15th November, from 1.30-2.30pm, all children in Ben More will be involved in an afternoon of exciting outdoor activities hosted by the wonderful Donald from Wildside Nature. The afternoon will include the toasting of marshmallows, funs games and hot chocolate. Each child can bring one adult family member along with them to share in this experience. We kindly ask that children come to school dressed for outdoor learning on this day. Given the unpredictable Scottish weather we advise that a waterproof jacket, appropriate outdoor shoes, a hat and gloves are worn. Well done Ben More. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!
Curriculum Newsletters – Term 2 (2024-25)
Click on the links below to view our Curriculum Newsletters for term 2.
Curriculum Newsletter P1a Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P1b Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P1c Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P2-1 Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P2a Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P2b Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P3a Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P3b Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P4a Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P4b Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P5a Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P5b Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P6a Term 2
Curriculum Newsletter P6b Term 2
