South Mainland Learning and Wellbeing Partnership – Survey

November 11, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

The South Mainland Learning and Wellbeing Partnership is a group of different services within the Shetland Islands Council, NHS and third sector organisations, who come together to gather information, identify current key issues, share this information with relevant partners and develop some learning opportunities. We would really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to complete the survey below – the information you supply will help us to get a better picture of what families need/want both looking ahead and at this time. The information received will be collated and the results shared with partnership members.

The closing date for the survey is Friday 20^th November.

Dunrossness School area

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/4PIWJT/

Paper copies are also available, if required.

Your support is much appreciated.

Thank you

Denise Nicolson

Face coverings update

November 2, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

Please see the latest guidance on the use of face coverings in school.

 Complying with physical distancing advice continues to be very important and requires regular reinforcement.

 At Levels 0-2 face coverings should be worn by adults where they cannot keep two metres from other adults and / or children and young people across primary and secondary (but with ELC models permitted for early stage, P1-2, as before).

The “sustained period” 15-minute caveat no longer applies.

 At Levels 3-4 face coverings should also be worn by adults and young people in classrooms in senior phase.

 At all Levels face coverings should be used by adults when not working directly with children, for example when moving around settings or when in staff rooms, administrative areas or canteens across all school settings.

 Face coverings should be worn by parents and other visitors to the school site (whether entering the building or otherwise), including parents at drop-off and pick-up.

 Classroom assistants and those supporting children with Additional Support Needs who routinely have to work within two metres of children and young people should wear face coverings as a general rule. However, the use of opaque face coverings should be balanced with the wellbeing and needs of the young person –
appropriate use of transparent face coverings may help in these circumstances.

School Photos

October 29, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

I think you will agree that Steve Birrell has done an outstanding job taking these photos!

He donated his time to make the box ready, take all the photos and edit them into these wonderful, cheery class photos. I love them!

We will edit the 2/3 one to make sure it says P2/3, not just P3.

Details on how to order will follow soon.

Welcome Back

October 29, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

Welcome to Term 2!

It is lovely to see the bairns and staff back in school after what I hope has been a relaxing break for everyone.

We are still following the covid-19 procedures and protocols shared with you last term. The letter can be found here . If there are any changes or relaxation of restrictions we will inform you as soon as possible.

Please be vigilant about symptoms of covid-19. If your child or any family member displays symptoms you must isolate and book a test.

I am really proud of how well the bairns and staff have adapted to these changes to keep everyone as safe as we can. We really couldn’t ask for more!

Meet the new Junior Road Safety Officers!

October 2, 2020 Mrs Smith Leave a comment

This year’s Junior Road Safety Officers are Hannah, Ava, Anders and Magnus.

This year I’m hoping to be a good example for the younger ones. Anders.

This year I am looking forward to learning more about road safety. Magnus.

I’m looking forward to communicating with you all over glow. Hannah.

I’m looking forward to working together in a group and seeing the ideas we will come up with. Ava

Here we are with Elaine Skinley, the Road Safety Officer.

Our team got straight to work counting out how many reflectors were needed for each Primary class. They will be quarantined until next week before being given out. We hope they help to keep you safe on the darker nights!

Look out for more JRSO posts in the future!

Early Help team

October 1, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

Covid-19 has had a huge impact on children and families across the world.

The Early Help Team in Shetland are offering support to families in a variety of ways.

Please read the information and get in touch with us at school or the Early Help Team in the information provided.

We are keen to do all we can to support our families at this challenging time.

Homework questionnaire

September 29, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

Following our recent Education Scotland inspection we are looking to develop and improve our homework policy, making it more consistent and purposeful. We also want to ensure you are involved in your child’s learning.

We have emailed out a questionnaire today for you to complete. This will really help us with our planning. I have also added the link below.

Homework Questionnaire

Term 1 Update

September 15, 2020 User deactivated Leave a comment

I cannot quite believe we are already in week 6! The term is passing really quickly.

I am so impressed with how well the bairns and staff have settled back into school life, accepting the changes and restrictions.

The bairns have been given £60 per class from school funds to buy some toys for indoor and outdoor play times. They are working on finalising their orders.

We will be sharing our reporting calendar with you tomorrow. It is such a shame we can’t welcome you into school. For parents evenings this October we will be sending home a settling in report with P1-7 pupils and offering a follow up phone call for those who would like one.

Please also look out for our home work survey which will come out soon.

I miss seeing many of you at the school gates or popping into school. I really look forward to the day we can see each other in person. In the meantime, please remember to get in touch if there is anything we can do to help or support you.