St. Bernadette\u2019s Primary School
\nAugust 2023<\/p>\n
Dear Parents and Carers,
\nIt is wonderful to see all the children return to school, looking very smart in their school uniforms. A big welcome to our new Primary 1 intake who have settled in well. We are really pleased to see how independent the children are becoming in following school routines and adapting to new people and learning opportunities.
\nCan I remind everyone to clearly label ALL items of school uniform and to please check at home that items have not been accidently collected that belong to other children. If this is this case, please return to the class teacher as soon as possible. The P1 and 2 classes have a box which will be put out at the end of the day with items of clothing or possessions with no name for parents to check through for lost items.<\/p>\n
School Lunches<\/p>\n
All children from P.1 \u2013 P.5 are eligible for a free school lunch and breakfast. The Primary school menu can be found on the North Lanarkshire Council website. Please note, if your child has a food allergy or intolerance, please contact the office. The Breakfast service runs from 8.15am – 8.45am. Please do not leave children at school before 8.15am as there is no supervision.<\/p>\n
As we have children with nut allergies please adhere to our strict no nuts or nut products in the school policy for all pupils.<\/p>\n
Water Bottles
\nI would ask that every child brings a bottle with water to school each day. This helps keep the children hydrated whilst in class (no juice in keeping with dental initiatives). Please label the bottle with your child\u2019s \t\t\t name.
\nFirst Friday of the month
\nOn the First Friday of the month all pupils will once again attend 9.30am mass in St Bernadette\u2019s Parish. Mass is led by a different class each month. P4 will lead our first one on Friday 1st September. Everyone is welcome to attend.
\nAfter playtime, children join their Pupil Voice group (Pupil Council, Faith, Global Citizens or Media) to work on empowering and driving our school forward.
\nAfter lunch, children change into outdoor learning clothes they have brought to school (old clothes that can get dirty please) and take part in activities such as den building, orienteering and outdoor art.
\nNew School Library and Family Learning Room
\nWork on our new school Library and Family Learning Room is progressing well. We are looking forward to sharing this new space with you once completed.
\nN.E.C Cards (National Entitlement Cards)
\nChildren over 5 are entitled to free bus travel using an N.E.C card. We will issue forms to all new P1 children who are over 5, please complete these and return to the office. If your child is aged between 5-10 years of age and you have not previously applied for an N.E.C card, please contact the office for the relevant form and the school can apply for this card on your behalf. If you have lost a card you should contact North Lanarkshire Council.
\nFlu Vaccine
\nNHS Vaccination Team will visit the school on December 13th to administer the Flu Vaccine (Nasal Spray). Consent forms will be issued to children this week, please ensure that you return these to the office as soon as possible. If your child does not receive a form, please contact the Immunisation Nurse Christina Smith. Christina\u2019s telephone number is available from the office.
\nDot Day
\nWe will have our annual Dot Day on Friday 15th September. Children can wear their play clothes and dots! A \u00a31 donation can be made if you wish. The Parent Council will also sell donuts for 50p with all monies raised going towards school funds.
\nP1 Prayer service
\nWe will be hosting a prayer service for our P1 children and their families on Wednesday 20th September at 1.45pm. We hope you can join us to celebrate starting this school journey as part of a community of faith.
\nUniform Store
\nOur uniform store has proved very popular since it opened at the end of last term. New and pre-loved items of school uniform are available from the reception area at no cost. Please feel free to drop by and peruse the rails. Donations can also be dropped off at the office during school hours. School ties can be bought for \u00a33 and P7 ties for \u00a35.
\nPlayground
\nFor health and safety reasons could I remind you that dogs are not allowed in the school yard and all bikes and scooters should be dismounted and pushed from the school gates and not ridden in the yard. Any child coming to school on a bike or scooter is strongly advised to wear a helmet.<\/p>\n
Parking and pupil safety
\nParking at or near the school gates is prohibited by law. Please park considerately away from the school gates to ensure all pupils are safe when entering or leaving the school grounds.
\nHomework
\nPositive learning experiences with an adult at home can help to consolidate skills built in school and can help your child to become a motivated and confident learner. The teachers will share home learning activities (both written and online), at the beginning of the week to be completed by a Friday. Please help your child to engage in home learning by creating a positive routine which encourages and embraces learning. If you have any questions or concerns about homework please contact the school office to arrange an opportunity to speak to the teacher.
\nParent Council
\nOur Parent Council are looking for new members. The first meeting of the new term will take place on Tuesday 5th Sept at 6 p.m. <\/p>\n
JOIN THE PARENT COUNCIL AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
\n\u2022\tProvide a voice for parents on issues that are important to you and your children
\n\u2022\tHelp the school with fundraising
\n\u2022\tSupport the school in developing strong home\/school partnerships
\n\u2022\tSupport the school in making links with the wider community
\n\u2022\tHelp capture the varied skills, interests, knowledge & experience that parents can offer
\nPlease contact our school office if you are interested in becoming a member.
\nFor your diary
\nListed below are some important dates and events already in our calendar for the coming academic year. Separate communications will be put on our school app with details and times nearer each date.
\nDate\tEvent
\nFriday 1st September \tP4 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nTuesday 5th September \tParent Council Meeting 6pm – 7pm
\nFriday 15th September \tDot Day
\nWednesday 20th September\tP1 Prayer Service 1.45 (in school)
\nFriday 22nd September \tBank Holiday – School Closed
\nMonday 25th September\tBank Holiday – School Closed
\nThursday 5th October \tParents Evening 3pm – 8pm
\nFriday 6th October \tP7 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nThursday 12th October\tSchool Photographer will visit
\nFriday 13th October\tSchool finishes at 3pm for October week
\nMonday 16th – Friday 20th October\tOctober week – school closed. School reopens Monday 23rd October
\nTuesday 24th October \tParent Council Meeting 6pm – 7pm
\nThursday 26th October\tHalloween Disco – Gym Hall 6pm – 8.15 . P1 – P3 attend 6-7pm, P4 – P7 attend 7.15 – 8.15pm
\nTuesday 31st October\tHalloween Parade P1 – P3. Gym Hall 1.15pm
\nFriday 3rd November\tP4\/5 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nMonday 13th November\tIn Service day – children should not attend
\nFriday 1st December\tAnnual Christmas Fayre
\nFriday 1st December\tP5\/6 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nWednesday 6th December\tChristmas Panto – Hamilton Townhouse 1pm
\nThursday 7th December\tCarol Concert – Motherwell Cathedral 5pm
\nMonday 11th December\tChristmas Show – Evening Performance
\nTuesday 12th December\tChristmas Show – Afternoon Performance
\nWednesday 13th December \tFlu Vaccination
\nTuesday 19th December\tChristmas Party P1 – P3
\nWednesday 20th December\tChristmas Party P4 – P7
\nThursday 21st December \tStudent Christmas Lunch
\nFriday 22nd December\tSchool Closes at 2.30pm for Christmas Holidays
\nMonday 8th January 2024\tNew School Term starts
\nTuesday 23rd January\tParent Council Meeting 6pm – 7pm
\nFriday 2nd February\tP3 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nTuesday 6th February\tSacramental Information Evening for P3, P4 & P7 – St Bernadette’s Church
\nMonday 12th & Tuesday 13th February\tMid Term Break
\nWednesday 14th February\tIn Service day – children should not attend
\nFriday 1st March\tStaff will lead First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nTuesday 12th March\tP3 First Reconciliation – St Bernadette’s Church 7pm
\nThursday 21st March \tParents Evening 3pm – 8pm
\nMonday 25th – Thursday 28th March\tP7 Strathclyde Park
\nThursday 28th March\tSchool Closes at 2.30pm for Easter Break
\nMonday 15th April\tNew School Term starts
\nThursday 2nd May\tIn Service Day – subject to change -to coincide with UK Parliamentary Elections
\nFriday 3rd May\tP2 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nMonday 6th May\tBank Holiday – School Closed
\nSaturday 11th May\tP4 First Holy Communion 11am
\nTuesday 21st May\tParent Council Meeting & AGM 6-7pm
\nFriday 24th May\tBank Holiday – School Closed
\nMonday 27th May\tBank Holiday – School Closed
\nFriday 7th June\tP1 First Friday Mass in St Bernadette’s Parish
\nFriday 14th June\tSports Day
\nTuesday 18th June\tSchool Outing
\nThursday 20th June\tP7 Leavers Assembly and Mass 1.15pm
\nMonday 24th June\tEnd of Year Disco P1 – P3 attend 6 – 7pm, P4 – P7 attend 7.15 – 8.15pm
\nWednesday 26th June\tSchool Closes 1pm for Summer Holidays<\/p>\n
Communication
\nX (Formerly known as Twitter) Follow us at @Bernadette\u2019sPS \u2013 Here we publish photographs and messages to celebrate achievements.
\nSchool App for Parents \u2013 We use this to communicate important information daily. This can be downloaded for free via the Play Store.
\nFinally, please do not hesitate to contact me, Principal Teachers, the office staff or teaching staff should you have any concerns or queries. Appointments can be made through the school office.
\nYours sincerely,
\nMrs Christine Boyle
\nHead Teacher <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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