All posts by Karen McNab

Winter Weather Arrangements

Winter Weather Arrangements

We were hoping to get through the winter unscathed however the forecast for the next couple of days is for frequent and heavy hail and snow showers.

In such conditions the janitor is required to clear a path to the main entrance from the main gate, following this the priority is to clear a pathway from the main entrance round through the junior and infant playgrounds to the Nursery entrance.  Once this has been achieved the janitor will then attempt to clear other exits/entrances to the building.  However despite best attempts sometimes the salt/grit is rendered useless if there is also heavy rain or extremely low temperatures.

In the event that conditions in the yard are unsuitable then myself or the Depute Head Teacher will take the decision to dismiss the children via the front door.  At all times the safety of the children is paramount and all staff will be in attendance to dismiss the children one class at a time.  In these circumstances we ask that all parents and carers stand back from the door so that the children may locate the appropriate adult.

I would appreciate your patience and understanding should this be the case and ask that you continue to follow twitter and text messages for updates.

Thank you for your co-operation

Mrs Greechan

NURSERY ADMISSION 2018/19

NURSERY ADMISSION 2018/19

Applications for free nursery places in session 2019/19 can now be submitted.  Children attending nursery establishments in North Lanarkshire are eligible to start nursery in line with the following:-

• Children who reach three years of age between 1st March 2018 and 15th August 2018 can start nursery on 16th August 2018.

• Children who reach three years of age between 16th August 2018 and 28th February 2019 can start nursery the day after their third birthday.

Applications for children due to start nursery at any time in session 2018/19 should be completed and submitted to the nursery of your first choice no later than Friday 2nd March 2018.

If you have any children in your family or know of any child/children who may be eligible for nursery in session 2018/19 I would be grateful if you would inform the parents that applications need to be submitted by this date.  Submitting applications on time increases the opportunity of parents being granted a place in a nursery of their choice.  Letters informing parents of the nursery allocation decisions will be sent second class post on Friday 4th May 2018.

Applications forms, with guidance on completing the form and establishment contact details, can be collected from any establishment with nursery provision or can be downloaded from the council website at www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/nurseryplaces

If you need further information regarding the content of this letter please contact either your local nursery or the Family Information Service, on 01236 812281 or by emailing llsearlyyears@northlan.gov.uk

Please note that children should have a 27 – 30 month health review.  You should contact your Health Visitor about this if you have not received an appointment.

Your assistance in this matter is very much appreciated.

Yours sincerely

Mrs Karen Greechan
Head Teacher

Primary 1 – Christmas Experience

On the morning of Thursday 7th December, our Primary 1 pupils have been invited to take part in an annual festive event being held within Moodiesburn Church and organised by Chryston Parish Church.

Children will listen to Christmas stories, sing Christmas songs and take part in festive craft activities.

Consent to take part in this event is covered by the local visits form signed earlier this year.

I am sure the children will enjoy this lovely festive experience.

Advent Appeal

 

On Friday 15th December we will hold a special Advent Appeal Day.  On this day the pupils are invited to wear something Christmassy!! Such as the colours red or green, tinsel in their hair or a Christmas jumper, if they have one, but please don’t buy anything new.

We would ask that on this day all the pupils donate one of the items mentioned below for those less fortunate.

  • A tin of food (such as soup, beans etc)
  • A packet of food (such as savoury rice)
  • A new toy (perhaps an unwanted gift)
  • Or a new hat or gloves for a child

We will then donate these items to local charities.  We ask that you only donate what is affordable at this time of year.

School Photograph Viewing Cards

Following Pret-a-Portrait’s recent visit to the school, Student pictures are now available. A viewing card explaining how you can view and order pictures will be sent home with pupils today.

Please ask your child to give it to you as soon as possible so you have a chance to order any pictures you would like at a discounted price before the Early Bird Deadline 12th December 2017.

 Christmas Order Deadline:

Sunday 10th December for Framed Prints & Phone Cases

Sunday 17th December for Unframed Prints, JPEGs on USB

Thursday 21st December for JPEGs to download

If for any reason your viewing card doesn’t make it to you in the next few days, please contact Pret-a-Portrait  directly on 0800 021 7626 or customerservice@pret-a-portrait.net