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Podcast Launch
We are so excited to share that we have officially launched our school podcast, Chatterbox. This project was made possible by a wonderful grant from Virgin Money, which allowed us to purchase high-quality microphones, headphones, and recording gear.
Our pupils have taken to the airwaves like naturals! They have been busy creating the school news, interviewing staff, and practicing their “radio voices” to make sure our first episode is a hit. This project is helping our children build incredible skills in literacy, technology, and public speaking—all while having a lot of fun.
The first episode is now live! We have school news, some hilarious jokes in the “Giggle Zone,” and a special guest in the hot seat.
Whole School Digital Event
We are thrilled to invite all parents and carers to join us for a hands-on Digital Event celebrating the innovative technology our students use every day.
Whether you’re a tech expert or a complete beginner, there’s something for everyone to explore. Come and see how we are preparing our students for a digital world!
- When: Thursday, 5th February
- Time: 15:15 – 16:30
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Where: School Gym Hall & Dining Hall
1. Stay Safe Online (15:15 – 15:30) We’ll kick off with a short, essential presentation on Internet Safety and Digital Resilience. Learn practical tips on how to support your child’s wellbeing and security in an ever-evolving online landscape.
2. The Interactive Zone (15:30 – 16:30) After the presentation, the floor is yours! Dive into our interactive stations:
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AI Creativity: Try your hand at cutting-edge AI tools within Adobe Express to create stunning graphics in seconds.
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Coding Corner: Get a taste of programming and see how our students build logic through code.
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3D Printing Lab: Watch our 3D Printer in action and even help print a digital design.
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And much more… Discover the various apps and gadgets that bring our curriculum to life.
Why attend? > This is a fantastic opportunity to see the high-level skills your children are developing and to get some “hands-on” experience with the tools of tomorrow.
We look forward to seeing you there and exploring the digital frontier together!
Renfrew Cluster – School Visit Timetable
To support families in exploring multiple schools ahead of Primary 1 registration, we’ve coordinated visit times across the Renfrew Cluster during the final week of term:
- Monday 6th October – Newmains Primary: 3.30–4.00pm
- Tuesday 7th October – Kirklandneuk Primary: 3.30–4.00pm
- Wednesday 8th October – St James Primary: 3.30–4.00pm
- Thursday 9th October – Arkleston Primary: 3.30–4.00pm
Families are invited to visit each school via the front entrance at 3.30pm, where they’ll be welcomed by the Senior Leadership Team and shown around the Primary 1 teaching spaces and communal areas.
Further visits will be arranged as part of the transition programme running from April to June 2026.
Our New Primary 1
We’re delighted to share that our wonderful school featured across Renfrewshire Council’s communication channels on the first day back in August! A short video of the first day can be viewed below.
Primary School Lunch Menu
