Dear parent/carer,

Following recent industrial action by teacher unions, I am writing to inform you that the teacher unions, the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS), the Scottish Secondary Teachers’ Association (SSTA) and the Association of Head Teachers and Deputes (AHDS) intend to carry out further industrial action over the national pay offer and their members plan to strike in January 2023. The dates are:

• Tuesday 10 January (primary schools, primary additional support needs (ASN) schools only although Redburn and Glencryan as through-schools are included and the 57-term time school-based nursery classes)
• Wednesday 11 January (secondary and secondary ASN schools)
• Thursday 19 January (57 term time school-based nursery classes, primary, ASN and secondary schools)

I wanted to get in touch with you directly as the impact of the industrial action may mean that you will need to consider additional childcare arrangements on these dates.

Head teachers will be in contact again before early learning establishments and schools finish for the winter holiday to clarify the impact on individual centres and schools.

Please visit the council’s website with the most up to date information at www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/industrial-action.

Regards,

Derek Brown

Deputy Chief Executive

North Lanarkshire Council

Dear Parents/Carers

Please click on the link below to read the latest update from the school.

FINAL HT letter to parents-carers 2.12.22-2

Kind Regards

Ed Clinton

Head Teacher

Parent Council Meeting 

23 November 22 at 7pm in the staffroom.

Parent Council Christmas Fair

27 November 22 11am-2pm

Session 2023/24

August 2023

Teachers return and in-service day: Monday 14 August 2023
In-service day: Tuesday 15 August 2023
Pupils return: Wednesday 16 August 2023

September 2023

September weekend: Friday 22 September and Monday 25 September 2023 (inclusive)

October 2023

October week: Monday 16 to Friday 20 October 2023 (inclusive)

November 2023

In-service day: Monday 13 November 

December 2023 – January 2024

Schools close: Friday 22 December 2023 at 2.30pm
Christmas and New Year holidays: Monday 25 December 2023 – Friday 5 January 2024 (inclusive)

February 2024

Mid-term break: Monday 12 February and Tuesday 13 February 2024
In-service day: Wednesday 14 February 2024

April 2024

Schools close: Thursday 28 March 2024 at 2.30pm
Spring holiday (Easter): Friday 29 March – Friday 12 April 2024 (Inclusive)

• Good Friday 29 March
• Easter Monday 1 April 2024

May 2024

In-service day: Thursday 2 May 2024 (to coincide with UK Parliamentary elections, but may be subject to change)
May holiday: Monday 6 May 2024
May weekend: Friday 24 May 2024 and Monday 27 May 2024 (inclusive)

June 2024

Schools Close: Wednesday 26 June 2024 at 1pm

Please remember the following for this evening’s Halloween Discos –

P1 – P4 : 6pm – 7:15pm

P5 – P7 : 7:30pm – 8:45pm

– Entry & Exit will be via the front (office) door

– Please do not bring money, phones etc

– Keep costume accessories to a minimum

– Please make sure the details on your child’s ticket have been filled in before arrival at the disco

Juice/water and a small chocolate treat will be provided during the disco.

We look forward to seeing everyone tonight!

Parent Council

Low-income households in North Lanarkshire can apply for our £150 fuel hardship payment.

The payment is aimed at residents on a low income but earning too much to be eligible for any other cost of living financial assistance provided by the Scottish or UK governments.

Details of income thresholds and how to apply are available at www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/fuelpayment

The deadline for applications is 3 December at 5.00pm.

As part of the application process, we will also offer free support and assistance on benefits, debt and budgeting advice, and advice on staying warm while reducing energy costs.

Information is also available at www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-money/cost-living-help.

Payments to successful applicants will begin at the end of October, and will be made in the order that applications have been received.

scp recruitment leaflet 2022 (1)

Please click the link for information on School Crossing Patroller positions in NLC.

We are always looking for ways to improve experiences for our pupils. We are keen to make use of our parents and carers again to support and enhance the work of the school. Would you be interested in becoming a Parent Helper?

Being a Parent Helper is a fun and exciting way to become involved in the life and work of the school and we would really welcome your support.

Are you interested?

This role would involve you regularly supporting the work of the class teacher. Activities might include reading stories, playing learning games, flashcards, magnetic boards and letters. Instruction, guidance and supervision will be provided by school staff at all times.

If you are interested, we would encourage you to complete this short form to let us know of your availability. All regular volunteers are required to be PVG checked before helping.

Link to form:

https://forms.office.com/r/gqEthJFDF0

Kind regards

Ed Clinton

Head Teacher

As a school, effective communication is so important to us. We know our children learn most successfully when home and school work effectively together. We would greatly value 5 minutes of your time to complete some questions to help us improve our practice. Thank you in advance for your assistance and support.

https://forms.office.com/r/gHTd0jg5r6

Kind regards,

Ed Clinton

Head Teacher