We’re very sorry for any inconvenience caused but public safety is our priority while we are still in a pandemic situation. We’ve worked closely with Renfrewshire Council Health and Safety service and the Head Teacher at Park Mains High School and, in line with recent Covid-19 advice, we are all in agreement that this is the best course of action.

Any applications submitted will still be processed and virtual interviews will take place as soon as possible. New applications are still being accepted through the MyJobScotland website (https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/renfrewshire-council/jobs).

A new date will be confirmed in due course. We apologise again for any disappointment.

By Friday 17 December, Renfrewshire Council will make two payments to parents and carers of primary-school children who are entitled to a free school meal on the basis of low income.

The first payment of £160 per child is part of the Scottish Government extending the Scottish Child Payment to children aged six to 16.

The second payment of £22.50 per child is in place of free school meals over the Christmas break.

That means a total of £182.50 will be paid into bank accounts in December.

These payments will only be made to parents of children eligible to receive a free school meal on the basis of low income.

Children who receive a universal school meal (those in P1, P2, P3 and P4) will only receive a payment if:

• your child is entitled to receive a free school meal on the basis of low income;
• you have applied for free school meals.

If you have already applied for free school meals this school year (August 2021 to June 2022), you do not need to apply again.

If you haven’t applied for free school meals, you can do so now using the MyAccount form on the council’s website. You can also check if you qualify to apply. See free school meals payments during school holidays for more information.

Nursery children are not eligible for a payment because they are already entitled to the Scottish Child Payment.  You can apply for additional benefits on the Social Security Scotland website, including:

• Scottish Child Payment – a four-weekly payment to help with costs for children under six (for qualifying parents and carers);
• Best Start Grant – a one-off payment for children between two and three and a half years old (for families with certain benefits).

You can also speak to our helpful  Advice Works team who can give you free and confidential help and support on debt, money and other worries you may have.  Search ‘Advice Works‘ on our website.

Soft FM currently has a number of vacancies across schools and care homes in Renfrewshire and will be holding a recruitment event  at Park Mains High School, Erskine on Thursday 16 December 2021.

Please click the link below to find out more.

Soft FM Recruitment Event

About this Event

The Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills announced on 22 June 2021 the intention to replace the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and remove the function of school inspection from Education Scotland.   Professor Ken Muir, University of the West of Scotland, has been appointed to act as an independent advisor to the Scottish Government to consider and advise on the implementation of these changes and consider all functions currently delivered by both the SQA and Education Scotland.

Professor Muir wants to hear the views and ideas from all those with an interest in Scottish Education.   This webinar is an opportunity specifically for parents and carers with children and young people in education, to hear first-hand about this reform work, to express views and ideas about the kind of education system we want to see in Scotland for the future and to ask questions of Professor Muir.

When

The virtual webinar session will take place on Wednesday 27^th October from 6 30 p.m. till 8 p.m.

How to book

Please use the link below to sign-up for the event.   The event will be held via Microsoft Teams Live and the link to join will be sent the day before to the email address used by participants to register.

Please click here to book –https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/193601315747

                       ‘Remember, remember the fifth of November,                                                                     Gunpowder, treason and plot.                                                                                                 We see no reason                                                                                                      Why gunpowder and treason                                               Should ever be forgot!’

Bonfire Night is always an exciting event for children but how do you remember, remember to stay safe through all the celebrations?

Check out the safety advice below from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to make sure it’s just the fireworks that go off with a bang.

SFRS -Bonfires

Children who reach 5 years of age between 1 March 2022 and 28 February 2023 inclusive should be registered for education in their catchment school.

Online registration: Monday 1^st November 2021 – Friday 5^th November 2021

Registration no longer takes place in school and must be done online during this period.

Parents/carers must provide the following required documents for registration:

• Child’s full Birth Certificate
• Most recent Council Tax Notice
  • If you are not currently resident in the property either a concluded missive or a signed and witnessed tenancy agreement/lease.
• Child Benefit Statement
  • In the event that a Child Benefit Statement is not available, a Driving Licence or a Bank Statement/utility bill showing transactions over the most recent 3 months and the applicant’s address may be accepted
• Roman Catholic Baptismal Certificate (if applicable)

You must register your child in only one school, either the denominational or non-denominational school for your area. If you need information on schools for your area please telephone 0300 300 0170 or visit our website www.renfrewshire.gov.uk and search “find it on the map”.

If you want your child to go to a different school you require to register at your catchment school and thereafter make a placing request. The on-line Placing Request Form is available from our website above and search “Sending your child to school” or by telephoning 0300 300 0170 or your catchment school.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our school.

Please see the offers of support for parents and young people who are feeling overwhelmed or distressed.

Offers include:-

• Child Psychology Parent Drop-in : once a week in the Renfrew YMCA
• Non-violence Resistance parent groups : for families where children are upset or angry.

Open the links below to read more and get in touch with Mrs Boyd if you require any further information.

Child Psychology Drop-in

Non-violence Resistance Leaflet