Following the collapse of an external wall at Oxgangs Primary School in Edinburgh in January 2016 North Lanarkshire Council undertook extensive visual inspections of the new school estate and these did not show any reasons for concern. Since then the Report of the Independent Inquiry into the Construction of Edinburgh Schools has been published. Amongst the findings it was suggested that visual inspections should also be supported with intrusive surveys to provide assurance on wall construction. We have therefore decided as a precautionary measure to undertake exploratory inspections of school walls. Structural Engineers will be undertaking an initial walk round of schools to familiar themselves and this will be followed by an inspection of the external walls in selected areas to determine cavity
PUPIL BULLETIN – WEEK COMMENCING 5-6-17
GOOD TEACHING & LEARNING ALERTS We are encouraged to ask for help, do our best and not give up. LONDON TRIP All pupils attending the Math’s trip to London should attend a short meeting in Mr Early’s room on Tuesday morning at the start of interval.
Italy Trip
Lunch will be purchased daily by pupils so enough spending money should be brought to cover this. Time will be allocated each day for pupils to do this. Money should also be used for general snacks/drinks which pupils will wish to purchase throughout the trip. Medical needs should already have been disclosed. If your child requires medication to be kept this should be given to Miss Mackie on the day of departure with clear instructions. We expect the weather to be warm – mid to high 20’s. Bring sun cream! All pupils must wear sun cream everyday and apply regularly. It is your choice what factor, but we recommend high as we will be out in the height of the day. Again, due
PUPIL BULLETIN – WEEK COMMENCING 29-05-17
GOOD TEACHING & LEARNING ALERTS We show respect for each other. SQA EXAMS Please show respect to pupils sitting exams by being careful around exam areas.
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