Category: Information for Parents/ Carers

Calderwood Chronicle 03_11_23

 

Calderwood Commitments:

• 19/10/23 – 27/11/23: Christmas (06/12/23) lunch open to order on iPay, the kitchen will not be able to take orders after 27^th

 

Calderwood Calendar: 

• Term 2 Family Calendar Link
• 06/11/23: Tempest School Photo Day: Children should wear their school uniform and not their P.E kit. Families who ticked no to outside photographers or who did not complete the photography consent form (when they started Calderwood) will not have their photos taken.
• 07/11/23 – 09/11/23: Poppies on sale for a donation.
• 09/11/23: Mrs Grieve’s last day
• 10/11/23: 11:15am: Stirling Clan Connects: Two family members invited

 

Calderwood Communication: 

• Term 2 Learning Letter
• Term 2 Home Learning Choice Grids
• Term 2 P.E Days
• We are currently evaluating the impact versus cost of Sumdog, currently there is no access and we will update with any decisions we make. Mr Allan will join us on 13^th November, as a Calderwood teaching Champion and will take clans across the school for teachers non contact time.
• Mrs McCormack has joined our champion team, helping us at break and lunch times.

 

 

Calderwood Construction:

• During the week beginning Monday 6^th November, Morrison Construction have advised that the steel frame for the new extension will be delivered. This exercise will take two weeks and will involve cranes, working within the building site, to support the frame being erected. This will be another exciting phase in the construction process and we know the children will be interested to see the frame of the extension taking shape so quickly.
• We are looking into the traffic congestion issues with the contractors in the surrounding areas of the school. A reminder to families that there is no parking on the Nethershiel Road side of the school, from Monday there will be cones in this area showing where there is no access to parking. Also, as our staff finish their shifts at different times, we would ask if you are using the carpark that you park responsibly.
• Thank you for your support at this time as our routines change, we are assessing our routines on a daily basis to ensure the safety of all.

 

 

Calderwood Compliments:

• Thank you to our Parent Council for organising over first ever evening disco for our Primary 5-7 children. Also, thank you to all the helpers who came along to support the Primary 1-4 Halloween Parties. We really appreciate everyone’s support.

Calderwood Chronicle 20_10_23

 

Calderwood Calendar: 

• Term 2 Family Calendar
• 26^th October 6:30-8:00PM: Parent Council P5-7 Halloween Disco Fundraiser: More information here on how to purchase tickets.
• 27^th October: Halloween Dress Down Day: Please no masks and take into consideration school appropriate costumes
• 27^th October: Primary 1 -4 Halloween Party (in school time): Funded by the Parent Council

Calderwood Communication: 

• Parent Council AGM Minutes: 12/10/23

Calderwood Construction:

• Earlier this week we issued communication on the enhanced measures we have put in place during the first two weeks of construction. Education Officers have also supported us with organising and implementing these arrangements.
• West Lothian Council have instructed our contractor to install temporary fencing around the pitch and playing fields. This will restrict public access to the school grounds during construction. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances installation has been delayed but anticipated for week beginning Monday 23^rd
• The fencing in the immediate playground is hoping to be finished by the end of next week, meaning that in week beginning 30^th October, we should return to some more ‘normality’ for our daily routines.
• We are looking into the traffic congestion issues with the contractors in the surrounding areas of the school. A gentle reminder to families that there is no parking on the Nethershiel Road side of the school. Also, our staff finish their shifts at different times, we would ask if you are using the carpark that you park responsibly.

 

Calderwood Compliments:

• A huge well done to Thistle Clan for starting our Clan Connects for the session, they shared their learning about inventors and inventions with the clans and their families. Thank you for everyone who came along to support them. You can see some photos on Twitter.
• Thank you to our Parent Council for organising the Halloween Swap Shop today! What a fantastic way to support our children to get ready for the spooky season.
• Well done to Roe House for winning the house points for Term 1, they received a PJ party this week to celebrate!
• Thank you to our Parent Council for all their fundraising efforts, you can find out more about how we use their donations here.

Calderwood Primary Chronicle: 06/10/23

Calderwood Commitments (Actions):

Calderwood Calendar: 

• School finishes on 6^th October and reopens on 17^th October for October Break.
• 19^th October: Roe House Party – PJ Theme – Children in Roe House can wear their pyjamas to school.
• 19^th October: West Calder High School Open Evening for P7 Families
• 20^th October: Calderwood Cares: Collection for West Lothian Food Bank
• 20^th October 11:15am: Thistle Clan Connects: 2 family members are invited to the Arena to find out more about learning in Thistle Clan. The children will put on a performance for their adults.
• 26^th October 6:30-8:00PM: Parent Council P5-7 Halloween Disco Fundraiser: More information here.
• 27^th October: Halloween Dress Down Day: Please no masks and take into consideration school appropriate costumes
• 27^th October: Primary 1 -4 Halloween Party (in school time): Funded by the Parent Council

Calderwood Communication: 

• Parent Council Fundraiser: Halloween Sweetie Bags
• Parent Council: Halloween Swap Shop
• Mrs Grieve has accepted an Acting Principal Teacher at Springfield Primary, initially until Easter 2024, her last day with us, for now, will be 9^th I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mrs Grieve for all she has done for the children, champs and community at Calderwood. As one of the original teachers and previous Acting Principal Teacher, she has been a big part of our journey and has left a legacy at Calderwood. Her smile, enthusiasm, creativity, nurturing relationships and friendship will be greatly missed in the Calderwood corridors and cabins. Personally, she has always been a great support to me, and our leadership team. Best of luck to you Mrs Grieve on the next part of her journey, from us all. I’ll keep you updated on the recruitment process.
• Congratulations to Mrs McGarvey, who is due her baby in February 2024. Apologies that in my absence communication was not issued around this. We will keep you updated on the recruitment process and will organise a hand over period to ensure a smooth transition for Ben Lomond Clan.

 

Calderwood Construction:

• Update for the return to school after the October holidays

 

Calderwood Compliments:

• It was lovely to see so many families join us for our champion conservations this week. Thank you to the children in Primary 5-7 who volunteered to support this event.
• I hope everyone has a lovely October Break and we look forward to seeing the children on their return.