Dear Parents and Carers,

We are pleased to inform you that Riverbrae will be celebrating Burns Night with a fun Scotland-themed day on Friday 23 January.

To mark the occasion, children are welcome to take part by wearing Scottish-themed clothing such as tartan, kilts, blue and white colours, ribbons or other Scotland-inspired accessories. Scotland tops are fine but no other football colours please. We will offering optional face painting with simple Scottish designs, such a small flag or flower.

If you do not want your child to have their face painted, please let the class team know in Learning Journals.

Participation is entirely optional, and there is no need to purchase anything special, simple colours or small accessories are more than sufficient.

This celebration is a lovely opportunity for pupils to learn about the life and work of Robert Burns in an enjoyable and inclusive way.

Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Dear Parents/Carers

We hope you all enjoyed a wonderful holiday season! It has been lovely to welcome the children and our families back.  The classrooms have been buzzing with energy and excitement, and it has been a joy to see the children settle back into their routines and learning with such enthusiasm given the cold weather we have had.

This newsletter is only a short one, but we wanted to take a moment to say how happy we are to have everyone back and to wish you all a very happy, healthy and productive start to the new year!

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Weekly News 16th January 2026

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The Christmas elf and the Christmas tree walked through the school, delighting pupils as they gave out festive treats.

On Thursday 18th December, parents and carers came together for a festive wreath-making workshop that was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended.

The session was relaxed and welcoming, with plenty of friendly chat and Christmas music creating a lovely atmosphere. Parents enjoyed the creative process and the chance to unwind together — even if there were a few brave moments of getting gently poked by holly along the way!

Have a great holiday 🌲

Shout-out to the Riverbrae parents, carers and pupils for turning the school bus into the ultimate Christmas karaoke party!

Thanks for the laughs, the music, and the holiday magic!

A huge thank you to all the parents who came to watch the school choir today!  Your encouragement and support help make these moments special for the children and your enthusiasm and support truly lift the children as they perform.

Thank you to Tesco for welcoming our pupils into the store to perform! The experience was wonderful, and we are grateful for your support.

Thank you so much for being part of our school Christmas tree lights switch-on!    We loved celebrating the start of the festive season with you.

We are delighted to share photographs of our School Christmas Market, a festive event that brings together students, families, and our wider community in the spirit of celebration and goodwill. This cherished tradition offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy seasonal activities and browse handmade crafts.

Your participation helps strengthen our school community and contributes to programs that enrich our students’ learning experiences. We always look forward to celebrating the magic of the season with you.

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