Edinburgh International Book Festival

On Tuesday all Primary 3 pupils and all Primary 5 pupils have the opportunity to attend the Edinburgh International book festival in Charlotte Square Edinburgh. This event is held every year in Edinburgh and has a variety of reading workshops and activities for pupils to enjoy as part of the schools programme.

Baillie Gifford Schools Programme

Tuesday 28th August is a special primary school gala day and primary schools from across Edinburgh and the Lothians will be visiting.

P3

P3 pupils should arrive at school at the earlier time of 8.45amĀ and will return to school at 12pm (approx)

They should be in school uniform and bring a small snack. Waterproof jackets should be worn.

The children will be visiting the workshop ” Animal Artwork” with Nicola Davis and Abbie Cameron. They will learn about animal illustrations

P5

P5 pupils will be leaving at 11.15am during the school day. They should be back at school for 3pm approx

They should wear their school uniform and bring a packed lunch to have at the festival.

The children will be visiting the workshop ” A Royal Runaway” with Theresa Breslin. They will find out about Mary Queen of Scots escape from loch leven castle.

 

We are sure the children will have a fantastic time at the festival. Can parents and carers please ensure that all forms and EE2’s have been returned to school by Monday morning and if your child has medication this has been handed in to school with the correct forms for this year completed. Children will not be able to attend if they do not have the required medication or if the correct forms have not been completed.

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