You said…we listened…

During our November Parents’ Night we asked for your feedback on a number of school issues.  While many of you told us you were happy with the way things are going at the moment, we were delighted that we were given some feedback that we could work on.  See your comments, and our response here… November 2017 – Parental Feedback

The week ahead – 18th December

  Week 3 menu choices this week. It is a busy week ahead, as we continue with our Christmas Celebrations. If you have not purchased a ticket for our School Shows, check with the school office; there may still be a few left for your preferred date. There are no after-school clubs running this week.  A new set of clubs will begin in the new year. Monday We will start

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Mrs N’s Notes 15th December

  As the song goes…”It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!”  What a fantastic week, building up to our Christmas celebrations.  Christmas Art and Christmas activities are popping up all over the school if you take the time to look around.  Whether it is learning about trees and plants, or ordering coins…Kirkshaws teachers can skilfully turn it into a seasonal lesson across all learning. We have also had many

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The Week Ahead ~ 11-15 December

Looking back over the past week, I’m amazed at how we have managed to fit it all in!  We’ve welcomed two new pupils into the Kirkshaws family and it has been so encouraging to see the hand of friendship being offered to both girls by their classmates. Rehearsals in the hall have become more regular, with both the Nursery Nativity and the School Christmas Show looming.  If you are planning

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The Week Ahead – 27th Nov. – 1st Dec.

Can you believe it?  We will be in December by the end of this week!  Exciting times ahead. Week 3 Menu choices this week.  Remember to discuss the menu with your child to make sure they pick something they like.   Due to Kilbowie Outdoor Centre having to close for a deep clean this week, our P.7 pupils will not be heading off as expected on Monday.  As soon as

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Mrs N’s Notes ~ 20-24 Nov.

Yet again, it has been a busy week for Team Kirkshaws! I am delighted to report that all 5 of our new sink units have now been fitted, and I’m sure you will agree they are looking splendid!  Our recent improvements were finished off with a lick of paint in my office too.  It’s all coming together nicely! Other big events this week included a very busy Parents’ night.  There

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The Week Ahead ~ 20-24 Nov.

It is Week 2 menu choices this week.  See the picture menus below if your child needs a little guidance. Monday This is a teachers’ in-service training day, so pupils do not attend. For our staff, the day will be packed with meetings and training opportunities.  Included in the day will be a review of our anti-bullying policy and updating it as required.  Speech and Language Therapists will be introducing

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What a week…What a team! Looking back at 13th – 17th Nov

One of the qualities that makes Kirkshaws so special to me is the strong partnership that exist amongst ALL members of the school community.  Staff, parents, former parents and pupils all enjoy working together for the benefit of our school community. Take this week, for example…our Fundraisers organised another well-attended Afternoon Tea, where parents and grandparents had the opportunity to pop in for a cuppa and cake and shop for

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