Category: Calderwood Community

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!

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.

Medication Return – August 11th

We would like to inform parents and carers about arrangements for handing in any new or existing pupil medication for the upcoming school session.

Date: Tuesday 11th August
Time: Between 9:00am and 11:00am

If your child requires medication to be stored and administered in school, please come along during this time to hand it in.

What to expect

  • The process will take approximately 10 minutes per child
  • You will be asked to:
    • Complete and sign the required paperwork
    • Provide details about the medication
    • Have a photograph taken of your child to support safe identification and administration procedures

This helps us ensure that all medical information is accurate, up to date, and in line with school and local authority guidelines.

Important reminders

  • Please ensure all medication is clearly labelled with your child’s name
  • Bring any relevant medical information or updates from healthcare professionals where appropriate

If you are unable to attend during this time, please contact the school office to make alternative arrangements.

Thank you for your support in helping us keep all children safe and well.

Messy Church – This Sunday!

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We have been asked to share details of the next Messy Church session taking place this weekend.

Messy Church is a fun, relaxed way for families to come together and enjoy crafts, activities, stories and time to connect. It’s a lovely opportunity for children and adults to explore creativity and spend time together in a welcoming environment.

The next session will take place this Sunday, and everyone is very welcome to come along. Please note that this will be the final session before the summer break.

If your family is looking for something enjoyable and community-focused to do this weekend, this could be a great option!

Further details can be found on the attached flyer that has been shared with the school.

We hope everyone who attends has a fantastic time, and we wish the organisers all the best for a successful session.

Teenage Cancer Trust:

Three eight-year-olds from Calderwood have cycled 50 miles and held a large bake sale to raise money for Teenage Cancer Trust. They have raised over £3000 to help
support the charity and its vital services for young people with cancer.
The trio committed to the challenge to show solidarity for one of the girl’s sister Sophie, who is undergoing cancer treatment and to fundraise for Teenage Cancer Trust.

Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity providing specialised nursing care and expert youth support for young people with cancer.

The charity funds specialist nurses, youth workers and hospital wards within the NHS, so young people aged 13-24 with cancer get the sensitive, individual care and support they need at this unique and critical life stage.

Sophie’s Mum said:
“Conor, the Youth worker at the Teenage Cancer Trust unit in Edinburgh, was great at making sure Sophie always had something to do whilst going through treatment. The snug and designated rooms for teens on the unit really made a huge difference to our family whilst we were there”.

Charlotte, Relationship Manager for Scotland at Teenage Cancer Trust, said:
“We are incredibly proud and grateful that Bonnie, Ellen and Harper have fundraised for Teenage Cancer Trust. The money raised will help us be there for young people with cancer by ensuring they can receive specialist care and support from our nurses and youth workers. We can’t thank the girls enough for their incredible efforts.”

There’s still time to sponsor them by visiting Calderwood Cycle Challenge
To find out how to fundraise or make a donation for Teenage Cancer Trust visit:
https://www.teenagecancertrust.org

 

About Teenage Cancer Trust
• Every few hours, a young person in the UK hears the words “you have cancer”.
• Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity providing specialised nursing care and
expert youth support for young people with cancer.
• The charity supports anyone diagnosed with cancer aged 13-24, and their loved ones too.
• Teenage Cancer Trust funds specialist nurses, youth workers and hospital wards within the NHS, so young people with cancer get the sensitive, individual care and support they need at this unique and critical life stage.
• Teenage Cancer Trust is a registered charity: 1062559 (England & Wales), SC039757
(Scotland).
• www.teenagecancertrust.org

Teenage Cancer Trust Relationship Manager for Scotland, Charlotte Gilbert visited their school for a cheque presentation and thanked the girls for their incredible fundraising!

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