Links between home, school and parish are a major strength. A strong, Christian ethos encourages staff, parents and pupils to work in a collegiate way to ensure improved learning and outcomes for our children. We enjoy a very strong working relationship with the Diocese of Motherwell and, in particular, Our Lady of Lourdes Church. The school is a frequent visitor to the church (virtually during Covid-19) and feels embraced by the parish community.
We strive to take an active p art within our community. Normal practice is as follows: Local businesses are invited in to talk about their jobs through various World at Work topics as well as our annual Primary 7 Careers’ Event. Our Lady of Lourdes Parishioners are invited to our annual Coffee Morning where they are entertained by our children. Our nursery children visit local care homes whilst our choir entertain the community throughout the year singing at Hairmyres Hospital, local churches and the town centre. Each year the school promotes ‘Loaves and Fishes’ and, given overwhelming support by the parents, gather numerous boxes of food for people who need it in our local community. Excellent relationships exist between the school, the children and our parents. On a regular basis, many visitors comment about the lovely atmosphere they sense on entering the school building.
