Category: Calderwood Cares
Fantastic Football Festival Performance!
Our Calderwood football team put in an outstanding performance at their recent football festival, finishing the evening with three wins and one draw.
The team showed great determination and skill throughout their matches, but what impressed us most was the way they supported one another. Every player was encouraged to get involved, and the team demonstrated excellent sportsmanship from start to finish.
Their positive attitude, teamwork and resilience were on display in every game, and they represented Calderwood extremely well both on and off the pitch.
A huge thank you to our staff who supported and coached the team, making opportunities like this possible for our pupils.
Well done to all of our players. We are incredibly proud of your efforts and the way you represented our school. Keep up the fantastic work!
Netball Opportunity for Calderwood Pupils
We’re excited to share a fantastic new sporting opportunity for our pupils!
Active Schools will be launching a FREE Netball Cluster Club for pupils in P4-P7 after the October holidays. The club will take place at Deans Community High School and is open to pupils from schools across the Livingston and West Calder clusters.
The sessions will run on Fridays from 30 October until 11 December:
- P4-P5: 1.15pm-2.00pm
- P6-P7: 2.00pm-2.45pm
This is a great opportunity for children to develop their netball skills, stay active, build confidence and make new friends while enjoying the sport in a fun and supportive environment. Whether your child is new to netball or already enjoys playing, everyone is welcome to get involved.
Bookings open at 6.00pm on Monday 12 October, and places can be reserved via the Active Schools booking link.
We would like to thank and the Active Schools team for providing this opportunity for our pupils.
We hope to see lots of Calderwood pupils taking part!
Calderwood Pupils Shine at Cross Country Finals
A huge congratulations to all of our pupils who represented Calderwood at the recent Cross Country Finals!
The event brought together runners from across West Lothian and our team demonstrated fantastic determination, resilience and sportsmanship throughout the day. Every pupil should be extremely proud of their achievement in reaching the finals, which is a significant accomplishment in itself.
From the starting whistle to the finish line, our runners gave their all. They tackled the challenging course with enthusiasm, perseverance and positive attitudes, encouraging one another and embodying our school values every step of the way.
Whether achieving a personal best, overcoming nerves or simply giving their very best effort, every runner played an important part in making the day a success. The pride and determination on display were a credit to themselves, their families and our school community.
Thank you to all the staff, families and supporters who helped make the experience possible and cheered our runners on throughout the day.
Well done to every member of the Calderwood cross country team. We are incredibly proud of you all!
FREE Active Schools October Holiday Programme
Looking for something fun to do during the October holidays? We have a fantastic opportunity for pupils in Primary 1 to Primary 7 to take part in the FREE Livingston Active Schools October Holiday Programme!
Thanks to funding from the Scottish Government’s Summer of Sport programme, children can enjoy two days packed with exciting activities on Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd October from 9:30am to 2:30pm at Inveralmond Community High School.
There will be a wide range of activities available, including:
- Athletics
- Basketball
- Football
- Multi-sports
- Arts and crafts
- Parachute games
- Playground games
- And much more!
The programme is free for all West Lothian primary school pupils and places can be booked using the registration link below:
Register for the Active Schools October Holiday Programme
Please see the attached poster for further information. We hope many of our Calderwood pupils can take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to stay active, make new friends and have fun during the holidays!
P7 Adventure at Dalguise PGL
Our P7s recently returned from an unforgettable three-day adventure at Dalguise PGL, packed with excitement, challenge and lots of fun!
Throughout the trip, pupils had the opportunity to take part in a wide range of outdoor activities designed to test their teamwork, resilience and confidence. From tackling high ropes and climbing challenges to navigating obstacle courses and taking part in team-building games, everyone embraced the experience with enthusiasm and determination.
It was wonderful to see pupils stepping outside their comfort zones, encouraging one another and celebrating each other’s successes. Whether they were conquering a fear of heights, trying a new activity for the first time or developing their leadership skills, every child achieved something to be proud of.
Evenings were filled with laughter and opportunities to spend time with friends, helping to create lasting memories before the transition to high school. The trip also gave pupils the chance to develop their independence, responsibility and problem-solving skills in a new environment.
The staff were incredibly proud of the positive attitude, behaviour and teamwork shown by all of our P7 pupils throughout the three days. They represented our school brilliantly and were excellent ambassadors both on and off the activities.
A huge thank you to the staff who attended and helped make the trip possible. We are sure the memories made at Dalguise will stay with our P7s for many years to come!
Well done, P7s. What an amazing adventure!
P1 & P2 Resource Request
Primary 1 and Primary 2 are developing their play and learning environments and we would love your help collecting and donating resources that will inspire creativity, imagination and outdoor learning.
If you are out on family walks, we would be very grateful for any of the following natural materials:
- Acorns
- Pinecones
- Shells
- Smooth stones
- Small pieces of wood, branches or wooden slices
These types of resources are wonderful for loose parts play, storytelling, small world play and creative exploration.
Example of the types of natural materials we are looking for:
We are also looking for donations of pre-loved resources that may be tucked away at home and no longer needed. In particular:
- Dress-up materials and fabrics
- Scarves, loose material and open-ended costume pieces
- Wooden play kitchens
- Dolls’ houses
- Wooden toys and small world resources
- Non-gendered imaginative play resources
- Other open-ended toys that encourage creativity and role play
When donating items, we kindly ask that they are in good condition and, where possible, are open-ended and neutral in design to encourage creativity and imaginative play for all children.
Examples of the types of play resources we are hoping to collect:
Any donations can be brought to the school office. We greatly appreciate any support from our Calderwood families as we continue to create engaging and inspiring learning spaces for our children.
Thank you for your support.
Primary 1 & Primary 2 Team
P7 Cross Country Success!
On Tuesday, a group of our P7 pupils took part in a cross-country event, completing an impressive 1.2km run. It was fantastic to see the determination, resilience and effort shown by every member of the team, and we are incredibly proud of them all.
The event was a great opportunity for our pupils to challenge themselves, demonstrate their fitness and represent Calderwood with pride. Every runner gave their best effort and showed excellent sportsmanship throughout the day.
We are delighted to share that our boys’ team and one of our girls, Amel, have qualified for the Cross Country Finals in Bathgate on 8th October. This is a fantastic achievement and recognition of all their hard work and commitment.
Congratulations to everyone who took part, and a special well done to those who have qualified for the finals. We look forward to cheering them on in October.
More information about the finals will be shared soon. Good luck, Team Calderwood! 🏃♂️🏃♀️🎉
Tummel – Our Class is a Family
During the first few weeks of school, we created our Class Charter, inspired by the wonderful book Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen. The story encouraged us to think about what it means to belong, support one another, and work together as a team.
As a class, we explored the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and discussed the rights that are important to us at school. We learned that every child has the right to feel safe, respected, included, and listened to. Together, we identified the promises and responsibilities that will help us uphold and protect these rights each day.
To bring our charter to life, we decided to base our charter around a neighbourhood. Each pupil designed their own house (or Vue Cinema!) and this helps us to remember we are all part of a community that celebrates our own individuality, ensures every voice is valued, and we can be
stronger when we support one another.
Supporting This Year’s Child Flu Vaccination Programme
At Calderwood, we are keen to support this year’s Child Flu Vaccination Programme and help families access accurate, trusted information about the flu vaccine. Public Health Scotland has asked schools to help share information and resources with parents, carers and young people as preparations begin for this year’s vaccination programme.
The flu vaccine helps protect children and young people from flu and can also help reduce the spread of the virus within families and the wider community.
Resources Available for Families
Public Health Scotland has a range of free resources available to support parents, carers and young people, including:
- Information leaflets for parents, carers and young people
- Resources available in alternative formats and a range of languages
- Guidance on completing consent forms
- Information from NHS Inform about flu and vaccination
- A video showing how the nasal spray vaccine is given to a child
These resources can be accessed through the Public Health Scotland website:
🔗 Public Health Scotland Flu Education Pack
Helping Children Feel Prepared
Public Health Scotland has created short video clips which can help children and young people understand what to expect on vaccination day. These resources can help reduce any worries and support positive conversations about vaccination at home.
What We Ask of Families
We would encourage parents and carers to:
- Read the information provided about the flu vaccination programme
- Return vaccination consent forms promptly when issued
- Access trusted sources of information if they have questions about the vaccine
- Make use of information available in alternative formats or languages if required
Find Out More
Information about the flu vaccine, including who is eligible, the benefits of vaccination and possible side effects, can be found on NHS Inform:
🔗 NHS Inform Child Flu Information
Thank you for your continued support in helping to protect the health and wellbeing of our children, families and wider community during the flu season.
Further information and downloadable resources are available from Public Health Scotland’s Child Flu Vaccination Programme materials.
