Notice Board - School Communication

This section of the website is where you will find any new Information/Updates for the Whole School or Individual Classes - please check this section regularly for updates.

*Menu: Whole School - Relates to Information for (P1 - P7) 

Class Information - Will be Headed up with what class it refers to eg. P1, P2/3, P3, P4, P5, P6, P7 

Please refer to your emails for individual Group Calls and the Parent Zone section of the website for School Event Information. 

Weekly Bulletins 2024

Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 20/12/24

Whole School  

Thank you for your support as we started our new term and made our way to Christmas. We all feel very privileged to be part of such a wonderful school community. 
We want to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. School returns on Monday 6th January 2025. 
Kind regards
The staff at Kirknewton Primary School

Judo After School Pupils

Just a REMINDER for those that attend Judo After School Club that there is no Judo after school today. 
 

Whole School  
Just a reminder that dress down day is tomorrow (Friday) - Any donations will be gratefully received for our chosen charity.

Whole School  
As we approach the end of term we are delighted to advise that we will be taking our learners to Kirknewton Church tomorrow morning at 9.30am for our annual Christmas Service.  This will be lead by 3 of our Primary 7 House Captains and will feature a mixture of festive readings and songs.  There will also be a Christmas message from Pastor Kasim of Kirknewton Church. 

The redesign of the church has meant that there are fewer seats to accommodate family members than previously and we will reserve 1 seat for each child who is participating in the service.  Additional seating will be allocated on a first come, first served basis and we would ask that no more than one parent per family should attend.  We cannot quarantee that we will be able to accommodate everyone as this will be dependent on numbers.  We would also ask that you do not attend the church ahead of 9.25am to allow us to get our learners safely seated. 

Should you have any queries regarding this please do not hesitate to contact Mrs MacDonald.  

Whole School REMINDER: Mental Health Support for Families in the Balerno Learning Community

Place2Be: Place2Be.org.uk

Between now and October 2026, Kirknewton Primary School, Ratho Primary, Dean Park Primary and Balerno High School will be working in partnership with Place2Be, a children's mental health charity that helps children to explore their emotions and feel better about themselves. This has been possible through additional funding secured by the schools.

What does the Partnership Involve?

• Staff undertaking training to become Mental Health Champions

• Free access to online parenting support for all families, with real life support from qualified professionals (Flyer and access details attached)

What next?

Over the next two months, ours staff will begin their Mental Health Champions training. This will enable them to recognise any concerns and be able to deal with them appropriately. Please be reassured that anything we notice, or speak with your child about, will be done in full consultation with parents and carers.

You can now sign up to access the bitesize learning opportunities for parents and carers, using the flyer attached. The course starts on the 14^th January 2025. Please note that the postcode for Kirknewton Primary School is incorrect so please use Kirknewton Primary School - EH27 8DD to sign up.

The course details are as follows:

• 4-week programme, broken down into 15-minute sections to fit around your day.

• Flexible access to the programme via any device and at a time that suits you.

• Dedicated Place2Be professional to join discussions and aid online learning.

• Dynamic and safe learning community offering the opportunity to learn from other parents' and carers' experience

Modules include:

1. Connecting: How to build a strong bond with your child

2. Praise & Reward: How to encourage desired behaviours

3. Selective Ignoring: How to discourage unwanted behaviours

4. Clear Instructions: How to ensure your child understands what is expected of them

5. Boundaries and Consequences: How to set limits in advance in an effective way

6. Time Out to calm down: How to manage extreme behaviours

Should you wish to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Flyer has been attached to Group Call sent 18.12.24

Whole School  

Just a reminder that Muddy Boots After School Club is cancelled on Wednesday 18th December due to the dark nights. We hope to recommence this after school club in March next year - please look out for further communication.

Whole School  
There will be no School Admin in the school office this afternoon (16.12.24) and calls may not be able to be answered - if urgent, please email the school office - wlkirknewton-ps@westlothian.org.uk.

Whole School  
Please can we request that you pre order your child's lunch for tomorrow as we need to advise the Kitchen of the number of sandwiches first thing. Please note there are no hot meals tomorrow and the sandwich options are Egg May, Chicken or Cheese.
Many Thanks in Advance. 

Whole School 
Just a reminder of the school Trip to the Panto is tomorrow please ensure pupils take a small snack/bottle of water and a warm, waterproof outdoor jacket. Please be at school sharp for registration.

Whole School 
Just a reminder that the milk payment for term 3 is required to be made by closer of play  Monday 16^th December.  Please note that this date is set by West Lothian Council, therefore, if you do not make the payment by the due date, unfortunately your child will be unable to get milk until the following term.

If your child is registered for Free School Meals they will automatically receive milk unless you advise us otherwise. Further information about eligibility for free school meals and milk can be found at https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/mealsandclothing
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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 13/12/24

Whole School 
Mental Health Support for Families in the Balerno Learning Community

Place2Be: Place2Be.org.uk​

Between now and October 2026, Kirknewton Primary School, Ratho Primary, Dean Park Primary and Balerno High School will be working in partnership with Place2Be, a children's mental health charity that helps children to explore their emotions and feel better about themselves. This has been possible through additional funding secured by the schools.

What does the Partnership Involve?

• Staff undertaking training to become Mental Health Champions

• Free access to online parenting support for all families, with real life support from qualified professionals (Flyer and access details attached)

What next?

Over the next two months, ours staff will begin their Mental Health Champions training. This will enable them to recognise any concerns and be able to deal with them appropriately. Please be reassured that anything we notice, or speak with your child about, will be done in full consultation with parents and carers.

You can now sign up to access the bitesize learning opportunities for parents and carers, using the flyer attached. The course starts on the 14^th January 2025. Please note that the postcode for Kirknewton Primary School is incorrect so please use Kirknewton Primary School - EH27 8DD to sign up.

The course details are as follows:

• 4-week programme, broken down into 15-minute sections to fit around your day.

• Flexible access to the programme via any device and at a time that suits you.

• Dedicated Place2Be professional to join discussions and aid online learning.

• Dynamic and safe learning community offering the opportunity to learn from other parents' and carers' experience

Modules include:

1. Connecting: How to build a strong bond with your child

2. Praise & Reward: How to encourage desired behaviours

3. Selective Ignoring: How to discourage unwanted behaviours

4. Clear Instructions: How to ensure your child understands what is expected of them

5. Boundaries and Consequences: How to set limits in advance in an effective way

6. Time Out to calm down: How to manage extreme behaviours

Should you wish to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Flyer has been attached to Group Call sent 13.12.24​

Whole School 

Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events
 

P5-P7 Pupils 

Netball After-School Club:

We will be starting a Netball After-School Club on Thursday 9 January.  This will be every Thursday from 3.30-4.15 and is open to P5-7 children. Can you please complete the form below if your child would like to attend.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oyzTzM4Wj0KVQTctawUZKRaARv-LnytMm94TnCM_15tURFRQT09QUlBYRktVQlJERTVPSksyNzZKWC4u

Whole School 

REMINDER P4 and P5 Social Enterprise

Good morning, just a reminder the P5 class are planning to host a 'Super Sale' tomorrow - Thursday 12th December in the hall. This sale will take place from 3pm and there will be games, books and toys for sale. At the same time P4 will be serving hot chocolates and cookies in the hall. All money donated from both sales will go to charity.  Parents, carers and children from all classes are welcome and we would love to see as many of you there as possible. Please bring along money for donations. Thank you for your continued support. 

Whole School 

Primary 4 and 5 are excited to welcome you all to our social enterprise event. This is take place this Thursday (12th) from 3pm. The event will include handmade hot chocolates and sweet treats from Primary 4 and a selection of toys, games and book for sale from Primary 5.  All parents, carers and children are welcome, after they have been dismissed by their class teachers and should enter the event via the breakfast club door, as the event will be in the hall.  All money collected from cash donations will go to the children's chosen charity - Cancer Research, so ensure to bring cash to the event. The sale will finish at around 4pm.

Thank you for continued support. 

P4 Pupils 

As you are aware, for their Social Enterprise, Primary 4 will be hosting a hot chocolate and cookie stall on Thursday from 3pm along with the P5's who are having a Super Sale (books, games and toys).

All children will be involved in running this event which will likely go on until 4pm. If you wish your child to be dismissed at 3:25pm please inform the office, they can let me know and they will be dismissed. At 4pm please collect your child from the breakfast club door and they will be dismissed from there. All children must be collected. Simply Play children and children in taxis will attend from 3pm and can go to Simply Play as normal at 3:25pm, unless an alternative arrangement has been made. 

Children in P4 are welcome to wear a Christmas jumper and/or Christmas headwear/hats to school that day for the event.

Donations of home baking (nut free) would be greatly appreciated by P4 and should be sent in on Thursday morning. All the profit collected at the P4 hot chocolate stall and P5 Super Sale and will go to  Cancer Research. 

The P4's will have the chance to go to the P5 Super Sale before hand so they don't miss out.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

P4 & P5 Pupils 

As you are aware, Primary 5 are hosting a 'super sale' this Thursday starting at 3pm. This will run alongside Primary 4's hot chocolate stand. All children will be involved in running this event and all classes and parents are welcome. It is likely the sale may last until around 4pm. If you wish for your child to be dismissed at 3.25pm please inform the school office and Mrs Hunter will dismiss them. If your child can support until 4pm, please collect them from the breakfast club door at this time. Simply play children will attend the after-school club as usual. Children are welcome to wear a festive outfit this day for the event. A reminder that the sale will be cash only and any donations are welcome as the money will go to the children's chosen charity - Cancer Research. 

Thank you for your continued support, 

Whole School 
Following on from our Health & Wellbeing showcase on Thursday 5^th December, we are pleased to advise that the PowerPoint which was shared at the start of the showcase has now been uploaded onto the school website for you to view. 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/57969/Resource-List-Parents-and-Families

In addition, some parents felt that they would like some more information on the Meta Skills so we have also uploaded information on that for you.  Should you have any queries regarding the following, please do not hesitate to contact

Kind Regards,
Mrs MacDonald.

Whole School 

Just a reminder that Primary 5 have decided that they would like to host a 'Super Sale' in order to raise money for charity this December. Donations of  any toys, books and board games that you no longer need at home would be greatly appreciated - please hand in to Mrs Hunter or any P5 children before Tuesday 10th December. Thank you for your continued support.

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 06/12/24

Nursery
As this is a busy time of year, we kindly ask all parents to bring back the book packs from Big Bedtime Read before the 13^th of December. We will restart this incentive the first week back of the new term in January. We hope you all have a fantastic Christmas. Thank you from the Nursery team. 

Whole School 
Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

Whole School 
A set of keys was found in the gutter outside the school this morning.  If you have lost any keys please contact the school office. - OWNER NOW FOUND

P1  Pupils

Just a reminder that Parents/Carers  are invited into the classroom tomorrow Thursday 5^th December at 2:50-3:15pm to look through and complete any activities from their child's Book Bug activity pack. All pupils will receive a book bag and if you are not able to attend on the day, pupils can complete activities in class and take it home to do with family at home. The bookbags are from 'The Scottish Book Trust' and it is in partnership with 'Read Write Count' and Book Week Scotland. 

P2 - P7  Pupils

We look forward to inviting our P2 - P7 parents and carers into school on tomorrow - Thursday 5^th December to hear more from the staff and children about our approaches to Health and Wellbeing. The showcase will start at 9.15am in the hall where parents and carers can hear a little about what we do here at Kirknewton Primary School. You will then be invited into class at 9.30am to hear more from the children about their experiences. The showcase will end around 10am.

P6 Pupils

Primary 6 are currently engaged in learning about Bible stories, as part of our RME curriculum.  The children are enjoying this learning and have asked to hold a Socratic Circle where they will be able to discuss some of the texts in more depth to aid deeper understanding.  We will ensure that the Socratic Circle is held with a focus on respect and understanding that not everyone in the class will hold the same beliefs, this may lead to some of our children having questions which they may wish to discuss with you at home.  Should you have any queries on this please do not hesitate to contact Miss Fletcher or the school office.

Whole School 

P4 and P5  Social Enterprise - Good morning. As you may be aware, P5 are planning to host a 'Super Sale' on Thursday 12th December in the hall. This sale will take place from 3pm and there will be games, books and toys for sale. At the same time P4 will be serving hot chocolates and cookies in the hall. All money donated from both sales will go to charity.  Parents, carers and children from all classes are welcome and we would love to see as many of you there as possible. Please bring along money for donations. Thank you for your continued support.

Whole School 
LOST​ PROPERTY - We have two large blue tubs sitting at the front of the school still full of lost property with no names. Please can we ask that you have a look through at home time for missing items. Please can we ask that you label all clothing, this makes it easier to return to the correct pupil. We will continue to do this all week and hopefully most of the items will find a home. 

Whole School 
Please see our latest update Sway which includes very important information regarding the school. Please take a moment to have a look over our SWAY.

https://sway.cloud.microsoft/uDuyiAWsUVdswGba?ref=Link

Whole School 
The nursery will be hosting a Nursery Bake Sale on Friday 6th December (11:45am after their Show) - Everyone is welcome to attend  - All money raise will go to nursery funds. If you would be interested in contributing to any home baking please speak to a member of the nursery staff.

Whole School 
Please see flyer sent in a Group call 02.12.24 below for deals with Play to Learn.

P2/3 Pupils

Murieston United 2015s are on the lookout for new players. We are hosting an open night on 12/12 at 6pm - Bankton Walk, EH54 9LE (Large Synthetic Pitch) - Contact: muriestonunitedfc2015@outlook.com if interested. 

Whole School 
LOST​ PROPERTY - We have two large blue tubs sitting at the front of the school full of lost property with no names.
Please can we ask that you have a look through at home time for missing items. Please can we ask that you label all clothing, this makes it easier to return to the correct pupil.

P7 Pupils

Just a reminder of P7 Class Trip tomorrow please ensure pupils take a pack lunch/snack/bottle of water and a warm, waterproof outdoor jacket and appropriate shoes.

Whole School 
Christmas Lunch, which will take place on Wednesday 11th December. Please make your child's preferred choice on ipay by end of playFriday 29th November. Any queries, please contact the school office.

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 29/11/24 

Whole School 

Just a reminder that School Christmas Lunch needs to be selected on Ipay today (29.11.24) - To enable the kitchen to order in advance.

Menu choice is:

Turkey, Stuffing and Chipolata

Steak Pie

Both options served with baby carrots, brussel sprouts, roast potatoes and potato croquette

Christmas Vegetarian Option - Vegetarian Pasta (Tomato and Basil)

Dessert will be Fruit Jelly, Ice Cream or Strawberry/Chocolate Mousse

Please note if your child requires a special diet, please advise the school office of your child's preferred choice. We will work with the kitchen to ensure their dietary requirements are met.

PLEASE NOTE: ON WEDNESDAY 11TH DECEMBER 2024. THERE WILL ONLY BE HOT LUNCHES - NO COLD MEALS WILL BE PROVIDED - THIS IS TO ALLOW THE KITCHEN TO PREPARE CHRISTMAS LUNCH - If a packed lunch is preferred, please can this be brought in from home.

P7 Pupils
Just a reminder that the P7 class would like to invite their parent/carers to view their Natural Disaster Showcase in the school hall tomorrow (Friday 29th November (11:00am - 11:45am)). We look forward to seeing you then. Entrance will be from the Breakfast Club door (side entrance).

Whole School 
Just a reminder that dress down day is tomorrow (Friday) - Any donations of CHOCOLATE (if possible) will be gratefully received for the PSA

P2 Pupils

REMINDER,
You are invited to come along to the P2 Assembly tomorrow Friday 29 November at 9.30am.  Please enter the building via the breakfast club door from 9.15am ready for a 9.30am start.

Whole School 
Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

Whole School 

We have decided to cancel the Muddy Boots After School Club on Wednesday 18th December due to the dark nights. We hope to recommence this after school club in March next year - please look out for further communication.

Whole School 
We have had to change the menu options on ipay for Tuesday 17th December (the day of the Panto). If you have already made your selection for that day, please can we ask you review. The menu options for 17th December will be sandwiches only: Chicken, Cheese or Egg Sandwiches. This is in case there is a delay for us returning from the panto. Any queries, please contact the school office. 

Whole School 
Please fond attached milk letter for term 3. Payment is required to be made by Monday 16^th December. Please note that this date is set by West Lothian Council, therefore, if you do not make the payment by the due date, unfortunately your child will be unable to get milk until the following term. If your child is registered for Free School Meals they will automatically receive milk unless you advise us otherwise. Further information about eligibility for free school meals and milk can be found at https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/mealsandclothing

P2 - P7  Pupils

We look forward to inviting our P2 - P7 parents and carers into school on Thursday 5^th December to hear more from the staff and children about our approaches to Health and Wellbeing. The showcase will start at 9.15am in the hall where parents and carers can hear a little about what we do here at Kirknewton Primary School. You will then be invited into class at 9.30am to hear more from the children about their experiences. The showcase will end around 10am.

Whole School 
We have been advised that ipay have emailed re the next instalment due for the panto - if you have already paid for the panto please ignore this email. Sorry for any confusion this may have caused.

Whole School 

P4 and P5  Social Enterprise

Good morning. As you may be aware, P5 are planning to host a 'Super Sale' on Thursday 12th December in the hall. This sale will take place from 3pm and there will be games, books and toys for sale. At the same time P4 will be serving hot chocolates and cookies in the hall. All money donated from both sales will go to charity.  Parents, carers and children from all classes are welcome and we would love to see as many of you there as possible. Please bring along money for donations. Thank you for your continued support. 

P1  Pupils

Parents are invited into the classroom on Thursday 5^th December at 2:50-3:15pm to look through and complete any activities from their child's Book Bug activity pack. All pupils will receive a book bag and if you are not able to attend on the day, pupils can complete activities in class and take it home to do with family at home. The bookbags are from 'The Scottish Book Trust' and it is in partnership with 'Read Write Count' and Book Week Scotland. 

P5  Pupils

P5 Social enterprise - donations Wanted! Good morning, Primary 5 have decided that they would like to host a 'Super Sale' in order to raise money for charity this December. We are looking for donations of  any toys, books and board games that you no longer need at home. Any donations would be greatly appreciated - please hand in to Mrs Hunter or any P5 children before Tuesday 10th December. Thank you for your continued support.

Whole School 

Primary 5 have decided that they would like to host a 'Super Sale' in order to raise money for charity this December. We are looking for donations of  any toys, books and board games that you no longer need at home. Any donations would be greatly appreciated - please hand in to Mrs Hunter or any P5 children before Tuesday 10th December. Thank you for your continued support. Rebecca Hunter Class Teacher

Whole School 
We are looking for 2 more parent helpers to go to the Panto on the morning of Tuesday 17 December.  If you are able to help out with this, please contact the school office on 01506 284200.Thank you in advance.

P7 Pupils

Additional Leavers Hoodies 25

If you wish to order any additional leavers hoodies for your child, please contact Castings Embroidery direct using the details below.  Size guide and colour chart for your information was sent in a Group Call 25.11.24

Castings Embroidery

10 Turnbull Way

Livingston

West Lothian

EH54 8RB

Tel - 01506 811403

Email - enq@castingsembroidery.co.uk

Child sizes - £18.00

Adult sizes - £21.60

Whole School 
Unfortunately, there will be no crossing patrol outside the school for at least two weeks.  We are unable to provide alternative cover for this.  Please discuss this with your child to ensure they take extra care when crossing the road when coming to and leaving the school.  Teachers will discuss this with the class before the end of the day.  Take care.
Sorry for any inconvenience cause.

Kirkie Savers Pupils 
Just a reminder that the collection day for Kirkie Savers will be tomorrow. The final collection of 2024 for Kirkie Savers will be Tuesday 26th November and The Credit Union has requested that all pupils bring in their passbooks/savings books that day in order for them to do an audit. Please can all pupils hand in their passbooks/savings books and we will return them as soon as they are returned to us.

Whole School 
Just a quick reminder for donations of chocolate for the dress down day on 29th November would be greatly appreciated. Please note the PSA are also collecting soft toys for a tombola and that donations of clean soft toys would be gratefully received. Please drop these off at the school office. Many thanks for your help with this!

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 22/11/24 

Whole School 
LOST​ PROPERTY - We have two large blue tubs sitting at the front of the school full of lost property (a lot of small sizes) with no names.
Please can we ask that you have a look through at home time for missing items. Please can we ask that you label all clothing, this makes it easier to return to the correct pupil.
We will move the tubs to the side entrance after school so Parent/Carer's can look through after the judo class. 

Choir Pupils
Just a reminder that the Choir trip to St Mary's is tomorrow (22.11.24), pupils will leave the school at 9:15am and return at 12:20pm in time for home time. Parent/Carers are welcome to attend the event at St Mary's, Dalmahoy.

Whole School 

Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

P7 Class

Just at reminder that the EE2 for the trip to West Lothian College (Livingston) for the P7 class to take part at an event with the Scottish Youth Film Foundation is due back Friday 22nd November. Thank you to all of those that have already returned.
Any queries, please contact the school office.

Whole School 
Please see email below from the PSA.
​Please see the link below to buy your child's ticket for the event. Please put your child's name and class in the box where it says "full name".  Multiple tickets can be bought from the link - they just have to be done one at a time.

https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/Q1YZF76J

P1 - 3 disco is 6 - 7pm on 5^th December

P4 - 7 disco is 7.15 - 8.15pm on 5^th December

Your child will be invited to go to the Christmas Fayre (also in the school) after their disco.  We ask that you accompany them in this.

Thanks PSA

Whole School 
Just a quick reminder for donations of chocolate for the dress down day on 29th November. Please note the PSA are also collecting soft toys for a tombola and that donations of clean soft toys would be gratefully received. Please drop these off at the school office. Many thanks for your help with this!

P2 Pupils
You are invited to come along to the P2 Assembly on Friday 29 November at 9.30am.  Please enter the building via the breakfast club door from 9.15am ready for a 9.30am start.
The children were issued with a paper copy of their words for the assembly on Monday.  An online copy of their words have also been sent to their Seesaw account. If you have not received a copy for your child/ren please speak to Ms Payne"

Whole School 

Active School Coordinator Info Update 2024 ASC Info Nov (PDF, 280 KB)(opens new window)

Kirkie Savers Pupils
The finial collection of 2024 for Kirkie Savers will be Tuesday 26th November. The Credit Union has requested that all pupils bring in their passbooks/savings books that day in order for them to do an audit. Please can all pupils hand in their passbooks/savings books and we will return them as soon as they are returned to us.

Whole School 
There will be no School Admin in the school office this afternoon and calls may not be able to be answered - if urgent, please email the school office - wlkirknewton-ps@westlothian.org.uk.
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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 15/11/24 

P7 Class
The P7 class would like to invite their parent/carers to view their Natural Disaster Showcase in the school hall on Friday 29th November (11:00am - 11:45am). We look forward to seeing you then. Entrance will be from the Breakfast Club door (side entrance).

Whole School 
We are encouraging all parents to sign up to Parents Portal to allow us to send you the annual data check forms for your child online.  It is important that we have the most up to date details on our records incase we need to get in touch at any time.  Parents Portal will allow you to make any changes to contact details via the app instead of having to contact the school.  If you are having any issues signing up to this, please contact the school office for assistance.

Alternatively, can you please come into the school office to complete a paper copy.  Unfortunately, we can no longer send the annual data check forms home in paper form.  

Whole School 

As winter approaches, I would like to make sure we are all well prepared for adverse weathers conditions. 

Firstly, please make sure your child has appropriate outdoor clothing for the day. It might be worth popping some dry socks in your child's bag as soggy feet are not fun in school! Gloves, hats and scarves should be labelled so to reduce our already huge lost property collections. As always, if you are finding funding these hard, contact us using the form that follows. We have a stock of winter clothes in school which we can share. https://forms.office.com/e/4DwkkHbSm6

Should there be significant ice or snow, we will only have one access to the school building in the morning. This will be through the front entrance. There will be an adult at the door, so please say goodbye to your child at the bottom of the steps to reduce congestion (unless you already have alternative arrangements with the school). 

At the end of the school day, P1 - P3 will be released from the breakfast club door to reduce the area the janitor needs to clear of snow. P4 - P7 will be released as normal. 

In the unlike and unfortunate event that the school has to close, all learning will move to Seesaw and TEAMs. It is important that you tell us now if you are having issues with these platforms so we can support you. Learning will be placed on these forums but will not require a device to complete, therefore freeing up devices to be shared across a family. 

This is also a good time to check that the details we hold for you are still correct. Please access your Parents Portal to check these as a priority: https://parentsportal.scot/parentportal/apps/home

In the event of the school closing, please email the school any issues and we will endeavour to support where we can. The school email address is wlkirknewton-ps@westlothian.org.uk

Whole School
Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events
 

Whole School

Please find attached minutes of the last KPS Parent Council meeting from 04th November 2024 (sent in a group call 14.11.24) . Details of next meeting on 28th January 2025 8pm have been sent via Group call. 

Whole School 

Please see message below from Tempest Photography

Have you ordered your school photos yet? A polite reminder that the closing date for free delivery back to school is Tuesday 19^th November 2024.  Order through the Tempest website using your unique link or visit www.tempest-orders.co.uk

If you need any assistance in ordering your photos, feel free to contact Tempest on 01736 751555 (option 3).

P7 Pupils
Please see attached Letter and EE2 for a trip to West Lothian College (Livingston) for the P7 class to take part at an event with the Scottish Youth Film Foundation on Monday 2nd December.
Pupils have received hard copies today - please look out for these in their school bags. Please return the EE2's by Friday 22nd November.
Any queries, please contact the school office.

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 08/11/24 

Whole School 
Please find attached letter regarding Christmas Lunch (sent Group Call 08.11.24), which will take place on Wednesday 11th December. Please make your child's preferred choice on ipay by Friday 29th November. Any queries, please contact the school office.

Whole School 

Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

Whole School 
We would like to say thank you to all of the wonderful entries to the Kirkie's Got Talent Show.  Once again, the standard was exceptional and the judges have had a very hard time deciding on the successful entrants.  We will be sharing this information with our children today.  Understandably, some children may be upset and disappointed.  Please be rest assured that all decisions have been made in the fairest possible way and we very much value every learner who shared their talent with us.

Whole School 
We are looking for materials for junk modelling for the infant area. If you have anything at home, please can your child take this into school. 

P2/3 Class
Just a reminder that the P/2 Assembly will be on Friday 8th November. After the assembly there will be a chance to purchase second hand school uniform, all donations will go to the PSA.

Whole School 
P7 will be going round classes on Thursday 7th and Friday 8th of November fundraising for Poppy Scotland. If your child brings a small donation to school they can receive a poppy. 
Kind Regards 

Whole School 

The next Parent Council meeting will take place this evening (04.11.24) at 8pm via Zoom.

Parents and carers are encouraged to attend.  This is an excellent opportunity to hear more about the school, what has been happening this school year so far, what is planned for the future and some of the thinking behind decisions.  There is no pressure to get involved with anything - you are welcome just to come and listen.  

The agenda is attached below and the Zoom details have been sent in a group call today 04.11.24

The meeting should last less than an hour and you don't need to leave the comfort of your sofa - grab a cuppa and join us!

Best wishes

Pip Shields

Chair of Parent Council

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 01/11/24 

Whole School 
Following on from the email from the council re the park design. We have been made aware that the image resolution was poor on the survey. Therefore please see attached PDFs (sent in Group Call (01.11.24) of the two designs? 

P2/3 Pupils
Just a reminder that the P2/3 Harvest Assembly will be on Friday morning. Parent/Carers, welcome to attend - please enter via the breakfast club door (side entrance). The assembly will start at 9:30am doors should be open from 9:15am.
Kind Regards 

Whole School 

Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.
Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

Whole School 

PSA - Christmas Card Designs & Orders

You can place orders anytime up to 11 November for Christmas cards, mugs, coasters, gift tags etc. featuring your child's unique Christmas design.  Order forms came home with school and nursery children last week. 

If you haven't received a form or are unsure of the code for your child for placing an order please email kirknewtonPSPSA@gmail.com or pass on a message via your class rep.  

All proceeds go directly back into the school via the PSA to benefit school and nursery pupils.

Whole School 

West Lothian Council would like parent/carers and children in the village to have your say on the 2^nd phase of the Play Area Survey. They are keen to have the survey passed onto all Primary School Children and Teens to capture their personal votes.

Survey Link - Kirknewton Play Area - Consultation Phase 2.

The survey will close on the 13^th November and the winning proposal will be commissioned for work to commence in Feb 25.

Whole School 

West Lothian Council is consulting on how school holidays are spread throughout the year. Each school year must include 190 teaching days. 
The pattern of holidays changes every year for a number of reasons.  Public holidays fall on a different day each year and this can affect the pattern of the school holidays, and the length of individual holidays.  For this reason, it will always be necessary to have some flexibility on the pattern of school holidays.

The survey available at https://forms.office.com/e/dTMk3xdBSK provides an opportunity for you to let us know what type of holiday pattern best suits your family. To make this easy we have provided three different options for you to choose from.  The outcome of this consultation will be used to inform the draft term dates for 2026/27, and these will be shared with parent and pupil councils for any further comments in the new year.

P1 & P7 Pupils

For those pupils that took part in the Dental Inspection on 1st October. Please look out for letters in school bags, which will contain information re your child's dental health and need for dental care. 

Whole School 
Flu Immunisation will take place today for those pupils who's parent/carers have given consent.

Whole School 
Tempest Photography will be in school on Friday 1st November for individuals and family group photographs. Any nursery pupils who will not be in nursery that day are welcome to come along to the Breakfast Club Door Entrance (side door). Staff will be able to assist with family groups (siblings). Those wishing younger children (before nursery age) to join the family photos should also queue at the breakfast club door from 9:00am.

Whole School 

Please refer to joint letter from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland and West Lothian Council (sent in a Group Call 285.10.24) which contains safety information and advice for Bonfire and Firework Safety.

Whole School 
Just a reminder that the collection day for Kirkie Savers will be tomorrow 29.10.24.

P6 Pupils
Just a reminder of P6 Class Trip tomorrow, please ensure pupils take a pack lunch/snack/bottle of water and a warm, waterproof outdoor jacket, hat and sun cream (if hot weather) and appropriate shoes.

P1 Pupils

We are very much looking forward to welcoming you to school on Friday 13th December at 9.30am to watch your child in the Nativity. We hope you have all managed to book some time off!

To ensure that all learners, no matter what their religious beliefs, are able to take part in this valuable learning experience, we have decided to do something a little different this year! Instead of doing a traditional Nativity, the learners will be performing, 'Little Joe'. This will ensure all of our learners are able to develop the valuable skills of presenting on a stage, becoming confident individuals and effective contributors.

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 25/10/24 

Whole School 

I recently consulted with Parents and Carers about the Cost of the School Day and how we can further mitigate the costs included in bringing up children. This has led to me wanting to share a few things with you regarding this. 

I have added our updated policy to the website. Please do have a look at all the things we currently do, and feel free to contact us with any further ideas you have. https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17988/School-Documents

We know that this time of year can be so challenging for many parents and carers. Therefore, I would like to draw your attention to the following things: 

- At the front of the school (in the foyer) we have a, 'Help Yourself Station'. Please do exactly that if you are struggling for food or clothes for you or your child.

- Please use this URL to tell us you are struggling. I have a variety of places I can make referrals to, but need to know you need our help. I will always show confidentiality regarding your circumstances. It is me who looks at the form, and nobody else has access to this information. https://forms.office.com/e/4DwkkHbSm6

- We can make referrals for Christmas support, to help Santa with his very special job. Please let me know, using the URL above, if you would like us to make an application on your behalf to River Kids. 

Please don't struggle in silence. We are here to help, and are very happy to do so. 

P7 Pupils

Over the next couple of weeks, your P7 child will take part in the Scottish National Standardised Assessments. This includes a short literacy and numeracy assessment, completed on an ipad or laptop, with the support of their class teacher. The assessments help the class teacher to ensure your child is on track, as well as feeding into the national Scottish attainment picture. You can find out more about the assessments using this link: https://standardisedassessment.gov.scot/parents-and-carers/

Learners are more than welcome to bring along their own device if they feel more comfortable using this. However, there is no obligation to do so. 

Please do not hesitate to call the school if you would like more information. 

Whole School 
Tempest Photography will be in school on Friday 1st November for individuals and family group photographs. Any nursery pupils who will not be in nursery that day are welcome to come along to the Breakfast Club Door Entrance (side door). Staff will be able to assist with family groups (siblings).

Whole School 
Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events
 

Whole School 
Just a reminder that dress down day is tomorrow (Friday 25.10.24) - Any donations will be gratefully received for our chosen charity.

Whole School 

On Thursday 31st October, we are happy for children to dress down or wear a Halloween costume. If your child chooses to wear a Halloween costume, please do not:

• Paint their whole face (a little is ok)

• Send them wearing masks 

• Send them with props 

This will make sure none of our little children are scared. Any queries, please contact the school office. 

Destination Judo 

Colin Wood's brother Callum Woods (Destination Judo Coach) will be covering the After School class this Friday. He has all the qualifications and Disclosures in place as all Destination Judo have. 

Colin Woods - Destination Judo www.Destinationjudo.com

Whole School 

We are delighted to bring you news of Kirkie's Got Talent for the 2024/25 session.  Talent Show auditions will take place next week on Thursday 31/10 and Friday 1/11.

20 talents will be selected by the audition judges and informed by the middle of w/c 4/11.  A  lunchtime club will run on Wednesday 6^th and 13^th November for anyone who wishes to practice in school.

School performance (judged) will be held on Wednesday 13^th November from 1.30 - 3pm (school children only).

Family performance (not judged) will be held on Thursday 14^th November from 6pm - 7.30pm.  Invitations will be issued during w/c 4^th November for the evening performance, these will be limited to the families of the children performing in the talent show due to space constraints.

Costumes can be provided or children are welcome to bring their own though these will not be required for the audition stage.  If your child is wanting to play a keyboard, we would ask that you speak with the office and arrange to drop one off if possible as we do not currently have a keyboard in the school.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Macdonald.

Whole School 
The next Parent Council meeting will be held on Monday 4th November at 8pm via zoom (details to follow on the day).

Please submit any questions or points you wish to raise by 8pm on Monday 28th June so they can be passed to Mrs Patience for her consideration prior to the meeting. Questions can be sent to kirknewtonparentcouncil@gmail.com or submitted via your class rep. All questions are anonymised prior to sending on so this is a really good opportunity to raise things.

Best wishes, Pip Shiels - Chair of Parent Council

Whole School 
A reminder that the Muddy Boots After-School Club will be on tomorrow (Wed 23 October).

Whole School 

Christmas Card Order Forms - We have received the order forms for the Christmas cards, if your child has completed, these will be in your child's school bag today. The order form explains how to order, pay etc. Once ordered the cards will be sent to the school free of charge. Please note that the online shop for orders will close on the 11th November.

Whole School 

We would like to draw your attention to the attached opportunity for able swimmers. This is aimed at children who swim for a club, as the entry criteria is quite high. Please use the attached information (sent in a Group call 23.10.24) to sign your child up to the event, if you feel it is appropriate for them. 

In order for the children to take part in the event, a parent representative for Kirknewton Primary School would have to agree to go poolside with the children. If you feel you could do this, please contact the school so we can communicate this to the other parents. Normally there is only a handful of children who meet the criteria. Unfortunately, if no parent/carer is able to go poolside, children are unable to access the event. 

We look forward to hearing the success of the Kirknewton Swimmers. Please use the QR code to share this with us. 

P1 Pupils 

The P1 Medical will take place tomorrow Wednesday 23rd October as per Questionnaire recently completed. Any issues, please contact the school office. 

Whole School 

Kirknewton Gala Halloween Party Saturday 26th October (Kirknewton Village Hall) 3pm - 5pm. Tickets available from Festival Stores 

P5, P6 & P7
Netball After-School Club and Festivals

In partnership with Active Schools, a Netball after school club is available at Kirknewton PS. Please note this club will be available for 2 weeks only in the first instance.  The club is open to anyone from Primary 5 to Primary 7.  Please use the form below to register your interest.  This club will commence on Monday 28 October 2024.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oyzTzM4Wj0KVQTctawUZKRaARv-LnytMm94TnCM_15tUNEVEMlpVVjYxUDlXTk5VRDJYQzMyOU9PSy4u

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 11/10/24 

Whole School 
LOST PROPERTY - We have two large blue tubs sitting at the front of the school full of lost property (a lot of small sizes) with no names.
Please can we ask that you have a look through at home time for missing items. Please can we ask that for the new term that you label all clothing, this makes it easier to return to the correct pupil. Thank you 

Whole School 

Please find attached letter for Milk Payments for next term . The fund is live on ipay. Please make payment by 21st October.

If your child is registered for Free School Meals they will automatically receive milk unless you advise us otherwise. Further information about eligibility for free school meals and milk can be found at https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/mealsandclothing

Whole School 
Please be aware that there will be no Steak Pie tomorrow (10.10.24).  The option will still be there as we are unable to change it.  It will be Chicken and Gravy Pie instead.  If your child does not want the Chicken Pie, please go in to change their choice for tomorrow.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Whole School 
We are looking forward to welcoming you all either tonight (09.10.24) or tomorrow night (10.10.24) for the parent consultations.  You should have received a message with your appointment time and date.  If you are unsure, please contact the school office and we can confirm the details.
Can we please ask parents to enter through the breakfast club door for their appointments.  Once you have finished, can we please ask you to leave the building via the front door.

Whole School 
Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.
Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication

Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events
 

P1 Pupils

P1 Medical will take place Wednesday 23rd October as per Questionnaire recently completed. 

Whole School 
The cleaning staff have asked if you can remind pupils to empty all food out of their trays before Friday.  Can you also remind pupils to take home their lunchboxes and water bottles so that they are not lying over the holidays.

Whole School 
Unfortunately, due to the weather forecast, we have decided to cancel the trip to the park tomorrow (09.10.24).  We will look at organising this again after the October holidays.  More details to follow.

Whole School 

Cyrenians Linburn walled garden at Wilkieston have a free family friendly event happening this Saturday (12.10.24) 12pm -  3pm. It is part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts festival and will have a pop up exhibition as well as wellbeing activities such as laughing yoga, drum workshops, art workshops, orcle reading, hand massage, mocktail making and outdoor games. The week after the garden will be decorated for Halloween.

Whole School 
Just a reminder that the collection day for Kirkie Savers will be tomorrow (08.10.24).

Whole School 
A reminder that Parent Consultations are being held this week.
Wednesday 9 October
Thursday 10 October
If you have any queries, please call the school office on 01506 284200.

Whole School 
We are looking to re home our school  piano - free to a good home.  It may need tuning and cleaning up but this would be a good project for someone.  Please contact the school office if you are interested or if you know of anyone else who would be interested.  Please see photo attached.

P1 Pupils

P1 Medical Questionnaire's need to be returned by Monday 7th October.

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 04/10/24 

P2 &P2/3 Pupils
P2 and P2/3 pupils are going to the park on Wednesday 9^th October from 10:45am-12pm as part of our learning around the season of Autumn. We are looking for 3 parent helpers to assist with our trip to the park.  Please contact the school office if you are able to help out.
Thank you in advance.

Whole School 
We think there may have been some confusion regarding the payments for the children to go to the Panto.  Tickets cost £10.00.  Although we have set IPay up for £20.00, we are only asking for you to pay what you can for your child's ticket.  If you are in a position to pay more to help someone else out, then this would be much appreciated.  If you are not in a position to pay extra, please do not do so.  Likewise, if you are unable to pay the full £10.00 for the ticket, please only pay what you are able to.

For those who have already paid the full £20.00, we will be in touch with you over the next few weeks to discuss if this was your intention.
Sorry for any confusion.

P6 Pupils
Just a reminder that EE2's for the future class trip (National Museum) for P6 is due tomorrow (04.10.24), please ensure that this is handed in tomorrow, if it has not already been returned.

Whole School 
Just a reminder that EE2's for the future school trip to the Panto is due tomorrow (04.10.24), please ensure that this is handed in tomorrow. Please can we ask that you take particular care when completing the Emergency Treatment Box (please tick one option only). Thank you to all that have already handed in. 

Whole School 
As next week is Challenge Poverty Week 2024, we would like to advise that we will be discussing issues around poverty with our learners this week and next week.  This might be quite challenging and may be something your child wishes to discuss further at home.
If you have any questions, please contact the school.

P1 Pupils

P1 Medical Questionnaire's have been handed out today (01.10.24), please look out for these in the school bags. Please return these by Monday 7th October.

Whole School 

This year, we have decided to collect food over harvest for the Food Bank. Please see list below to see what your child's class are collecting. Please note that there is no obligation to send anything. It is a personal choice. All donations should be brought on Monday 28th October to display at assembly. 
Nursery: Stock Cubes

Primary1: Tea Bags
Primary 2: Tinned Pasta
Primary 3: Tinned Cold Meat
Primary 4: Tinned Veg
Primary 5: UHT Milk
Primary 6: Washing Up Liquid
Primary 7: Household Cleaning Spray

P1 & P7 Pupils
Just a reminder that the Dental Inspections will take place tomorrow (01.10.24) for P1 and P7 only. If you DO NOT wish your child to take part please advise the school office by close of play today. Thank you to those that have already advised.
Should you have any queries, please email the school office.

Whole School 

Invite from Dean Park Primary School. ND Coffee Morning on Friday 4th October 1130am

We are planning another informal coffee morning on Friday 4th October at 11.30am  for parents of children who are neurodivergent, including children with a diagnosis of autism, ADHD, intellectual disability and those awaiting diagnosis or exploring this. This is an opportunity for parents to connect and build relationships across the school community. 

This is an open invitation to any parents from Nursery to P7 who would like to meet other parents in a supportive environment. 

Please reply to admin@deanpark.edin.sch.uk if you are planning to attend so that we can make sure we cater for everyone.

It was great to welcome so many families at our last coffee morning - everyone is welcome. 

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 27/09/24 

Whole School 
There will be no School Admin in the school office from 11:50am (27.09.24) and calls may not be able to be answered - if urgent, please email the school office - wlkirknewton-ps@westlothian.org.uk.

Whole School 
Just a reminder that dress down day is tomorrow (Friday) - Any donations will be gratefully received for our chosen charity.

Whole School 
Just a reminder to check the School Website for the latest School Communication/Events for Individual Classes and Whole School.
Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - Notice Board - School Communication, on the school website 

https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication
Please copy and paste the below link into your search engine or check the Parent Zone Section - School Events, on the school website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

Whole School 
We would like to inform you that Chickenpox are doing the rounds again in school.  Please do not send your child to school if they have a fever or spots.  All spots should be crusted over and fever gone before your child returns to school.  Please follow NHS guidelines for further advise. Take care.

Whole School 

A reminder that our Mini Dig is on Saturday 28^th September 2024 between 9am and 1pm. Please use the link below to see what is planned and to let us know you are coming. We will start the day with an informal breakfast, so we need to know numbers as soon as possible. https://forms.office.com/e/6e4d1hLVh7

P6  Pupils
Just a reminder of P6 Class Trip tomorrow (25.09.24), please ensure pupils take a pack lunch/snack/bottle of water and a warm, waterproof outdoor jacket, hat and sun cream (if hot weather) and appropriate shoes.

Whole School 

We are delighted to announce that Xcite West Lothian Leisure will be running our October multi-Camps once again during the upcoming October holidays. Please use the hyperlink attached. https://www.westlothianleisure.com/kids-activities/october-holiday-programme/

Whole School 
Please find attached a letter (sent in Group Call (24.09.24) regarding the upcoming Parents Consultations which will be held on Wednesday 9 October and Thursday 10 October.
Appointments will be available to book from 12.00 noon today.  If you have any issues, please contact the school office.

P5  Pupils

As part of our current writing genre, descriptive, we are learning to describe people, places and things. On Thursday children are invited to bring in a thing from home (or a photo of a person or place) as a stimulus for their writing lesson. This must be something that they know well and can describe in good detail. Any questions don't hesitate to email the school

Whole School 
Just a reminder that the collection day for Kirkie Savers will be tomorrow 24.09.24.

Whole School 
Please find attached letter and EE2 for the Panto that we are attending on 17th December. Pupils have received hard copies today - please look out for these in their school bags.
Please return the EE2's by Friday 4th October 2024.  Any queries, please contact the school office.

Whole School 
Tonight's Head Teacher Drop-in has been cancelled. We have rescheduled this for Monday 30th September between 5pm and 6pm. This is an opportunity for you to meet with the senior leadership team to discuss any concerns or ideas you have regarding the school. 

P6  Pupils
Just a reminder that EE2's for the future class trip (Almond Valley) for P6 is due tomorrow, please ensure that this is handed in tomorrow.

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 20/09/24 

P7  Pupils
Please find below email from Balerno High School 
Balerno High School P7 Open Evening- Wednesday 25^th September

We look forward to welcoming you to Balerno High School to see what experiences lie ahead for your young person. We will operate the evening in a tour style led by our Senior Pupil Team. Upon arrival, you will be given a number, please then make your way into the concourse and find the pupil holding up that number. This is the tour your family will be a part of. All tours will have the opportunity to meet some of the staff from each of our faculties; 

• Support Team

• English, Media and Modern Languages

• Maths & Business

• Science

• Social Subjects

• Creative Technologies

• Health & Wellbeing 

There will also be a quiz for pupils to complete as they move around the school so please do bring a pen or pencil!

Families should sign up to one of two sessions; Early (16.20-17.40) or Evening (17.40-19.00) by completing this form- https://forms.office.com/e/7viP3CKYVY

We look forward to meeting you then. 

P6 Pupils
Please see letters and EE2's (sent in a Group Call 20.09.24) for a trip to Almond Valley (Livingston) on Wednesday 25th September and one to the National Museum (Edinburgh) on 29th October.
Pupils have received hard copies today - please look out for these in their school bags.
Please return the EE2's by Monday 23rd September 2024 for Almond Valley Trip and Friday 4th October for National Museum Trip. Payments can be made via ipay system as of Monday 23rd September for the National Museum Trip only, 
Any queries, please contact the school office.

Whole School 

Please note we have set up two funds on Ipay - One for the Panto in December (2024 Panto - Oor Aladdin - Bathgate Regal Theatre) and also a Savings Fund (2024 - Saving Fund - Kirknewton Primary). The Savings Fund is for Parent/Carers to use for savings for future school trips, residentials, etc...

Whole School 

We look forward to welcoming you to our Mini Dig on Saturday 28^th September 2024 between 9am and 1pm. Please use the link below to see what is planned and to let us know you are coming. We will start the day with an informal breakfast, so we need to know numbers as soon as possible. Please use the form below to advise who will be attending.

https://forms.office.com/e/6e4d1hLVh7

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Weekly Bulletins - Week ending 13/09/24 

P7 Pupils
The bus will be leaving Lendrick Muir at 7.00pm and pupils will arrive back at Kirknewton PS around 7.45pm.  Please make you way along to the school by 7.45pm to collect your child.  

P7 Pupils
Miss O'Mara has advised that photo's from the camp will be on the class SWAY.

Whole School 

To ensure the safety of all learners, we have decided to lock the front playground and carpark gates between the hours of 9am and 3.00pm. During this time, you will only be able to access the front playground through the main gate, opposite the main door. It is vitally important that people don't remove the clips which will be in place during these hours. Thank you for your help while we ensure the safety of all learners.

Whole School 
Please encourage your child to wait on the pavement for the cross patrol (Donna) to arrive.  Donna will then indicate when it is safe to cross the road.
Thank you in advance.

P1 Pupils
A reminder that tomorrow, 11th of September, at 2pm - (NOT 1PM as previously stated on events page) , P1 would like to invite you to their Literacy Event. Parents/Carers will start the session in the hall with P1 staff, to gain insight into some of the teaching which takes place in the classroom. They will then join their children in class to play some literacy based games and activities. Please let us know if we can expect an adult to attend the event for your child, up to two adults per child may attend.

Thank you to those who have already replied. If you have not replied and would like to come along, please contact the school office.

Whole School 

It is important that we have up to date details for your child incase we need to contact you.
Thank you to those who have already registered with Parents Portal and have updated their child's details online.
If you have received an online update message can we please ask you to check/update your child's details ASAP.
If you have not already registered with Parents Portal and need assistance, please contact the school office.

P7 Pupils
Just to advise the our P7 pupils have arrived safely at Lendrick Muir.

Whole School 

Weekly Bulletin - Week ending 06/09/24 

DO YOU WANT TO BE IN THE STUDIO AUDIENCE OF A BBC TV PROGRAMME?

Debate Night is BBC Scotland's political TV discussion show and we want the people of Scotland to have their say.

The programme is travelling across the country on Wednesday evenings, and we would love to meet locals at a location nearest to you:

Wednesday 18 Sept          EDINBURGH

Wednesday 25 Sept          DUNDEE

Wednesday 02 Oct            DUMFRIES

Wednesday 09 Oct            PERTH

Wednesday 16 Oct            KIRKCALDY

Wednesday 23 Oct            GLASGOW

Wednesday 30 Oct            EDINBURGH

Wednesday 06 Nov           ABERDEEN

How do I apply for FREE studio tickets?

Visit www.bbc.co.uk/debatenight and click 'Apply to the Audience'.

Filling out the online application takes two minutes!  It's also accessible via mobile or tablet.

If you would like to attend with somebody, please ask them to apply too. 

Why be part of the audience?

Debate Night is the only television programme of its kind in Scotland.  It gives you the opportunity to put your questions to the country's decision-makers and public figures.

We want people from all walks of life.  You might be a parent, a carer or a student?  Perhaps you run a business or are a frontline worker?  Retired, self-employed, unemployed or just starting out in the workplace - we need you.

It's your questions, stories, experiences and opinions that lead our discussion - so we couldn't do it without you!

Our panels are a great mix of people.  Recent guests to join our politicians include TV stars Patrick Grant and Jane McCarry from Still Game, authors Val McDermid and A.L. Kennedy, columnists Owen Jones and Ayesha Hazarika, musicians Ricky Ross and Sandi Thom, comedians Karen Dunbar and Jo Caulfield, Lord Sugar's advisor Mike Soutar from BBC The Apprentice and former Dragons' Den entrepreneur Piers Linney.

You can see previous episodes on the BBC iPlayer: www.bbc.co.uk/debatenight

Know someone else who might be interested?

Help us spread the word by sharing this message with friends, family and colleagues.

Best wishes,

Stephen Jardine, and the Debate Night Audience Team

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Weekly Bulletin - Week ending 06/09/24 

Whole School 
Please find attached minutes (sent Group Call 03.09.24) from the Parent Council AGM Meeting (August 2024). These can also be viewed on the Parent Council Section of the Website 
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17998/Parent-Council

Whole School 

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday between 5pm and 6pm to meet the teacher. This is a very informal session where you can meet the teacher, watch a PowerPoint about your child's class/learning experience and have a look around the school. There is no set time, just drop in when works for you. The event will end at 6pm make sure you give yourself plenty of time. 

There will also be a drop-in opportunity if you want to hear more about TEAMs and Seesaw. TEAMs will run at 5pm, 5.20pm and 5.40pm in the hall. Mrs Murphy or I will also be set up in the open area to help P1 - P3 parents with Seesaw. 

P4 - P7 Pupils

We are delighted to let you know that Currie Chieftains Rugby club are coming into school to deliver a block of rugby sessions to learners from Primary 4 up to Primary 7.  These will take place on the next 4 Mondays commencing Monday 2^nd September.  Please ensure that your child comes to school prepared to be outside (including a waterproof jacket) as these sessions will take place in the back playground unless the weather is severe.  Should you have any questions on this, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs MacDonald.

P1 Pupils

P1 -  Literacy Event. (2pm)  Parents/Carers will start the session in the hall with P1 staff, to gain insight into some of the teaching which takes place in the classroom. They will then join their children in class to play some literacy based games and activities. Please let us know if we can expect an adult to attend the event for your child, up to two adults per child may attend.

Please complete the form using the link below to advise us if you are able to attend.  We look forward to seeing you on the 11th of September.
https://forms.office.com/e/WL2Fzbv0pQ

P1 Pupils
Please see link (sent Group Call 04.09.24) for the P1 WhatsApp Group should you wish to join.

P1 & P7 Pupils

Please see attached letter (sent in a Group Call 02.09.24) re Dental Inspection for P1 and P7 only. If you DO NOT wish your child to take part please email the school office. The Dental Team will be visiting the school on Tuesday 1st October at 9am.  

P4 & P7 Pupils
Please see attached Powerpoint which relates to the use of Teams and talks you through how to access Teams.  It is located on the school website also -
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/57969/Resource-List-Parents-and-Families
Mrs Macdonald will be in the hall on Thursday night at Meet the Teacher Event and will be happy to chat with you then, if you have any queries.

Teams for Parents.pptx

P7 Pupils

Balerno High School P7 Open Evening- Save the date

You are invited to join us on Wednesday 25^th September between 4.30-7pm to see around our school, meet some of the teachers and to see what our current S1 have been learning. Further details of this event will follow. 

P7 Pupils

We hope everyone is looking forward to camp. Please see final reminders for camp listed below: 

On arrival, pupils will be taking part in activities straight away. Therefore we would suggest a separate bag or for the following items to be packed on the top of the case so pupils can access easily on arrival.

Jacket

Tough Outdoor Shoes/Boots/Wellies

Bottle of Water

Inhalers (if your child carries their own). Please note this is the only medication that is allowed to be carried by pupils. If you have supplied Inhalers these will be carried by staff attending.

Clothing:

It is important that your child stays warm and dry. Please pack OLD clothes that you don't mind getting wet and muddy. Remember to pack appropriately for the season and to bring spare clothes.

Label all clothing - there is always a mountain of unclaimed clothing at the end of every trip). Please note

No football strips

Trousers/leggings (please note: denim jeans are not suitable)

Long sleeved tops/ T-shirts

Fleeces, jumpers or sweatshirts - Leavers Hoodies are ideal.

Socks - remember to pack spares

Thick socks

Underwear - remember to pack spares!

Pyjamas

Towel

A black bag for dirty washing

Consider bringing a book or diary for last thing at night

We believe a maximum of £5 can be brought for souvenirs from Lendrick

You may want to consider giving your child a list of everything you have packed so that they can check they bring everything home.

NO items of any value are brought on the trip, this includes mobile phones  (unless previously agreed), gaming devices, jewellery/watches, sweets, snacks or chewing gum
Outdoor Clothing:

• Waterproof jacket/trousers with a hood - Lendrick Muir have some waterproof clothing available

Personal Effects:

• Wash kit/Toiletries (no spray deodorant)

• Large towel (Personal use).

• Hair bobbles (if you have long hair)

• Menstrual Care Products (if required)

• Sunscreen (weather might be sunny!)

• Labelled bin bag for dirty clothes

• Drink/Water Bottle

Footwear: (pack on the top of your case so you can get them out easily when you arrive).

• Trainers for indoors (not slippers)

• Tough outdoor shoes/boots (wellies suitable)

Bedding: Please note all bedding is provided and you child is not required to take any bedding.                         

Medication: All medication should have been handed into the school office- NO LATER than Friday 6th September (AM). Please do not pack any medication in your child's bag. Please note Calpol 6 + and Piriton will be administered if we feel it is required. If a child feels unwell whilst at camp a phone call will be made to parents to advise of the situation.

Accompanying Staff: Mrs Madonald (Acting Principal) and Miss O'mara (P7 Class Teacher) will be attending. Mrs Patience will also attend on Thursday afternoon

Communication: A tweet post will be uploaded daily https://twitter.com/kirknewtonps

Emergency Contact Number: In the event of an emergency, please contact the school on 01506 284200 between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm (Monday/Thursday). Out with these times staff can be contacted on the school mobile (07789370657). Please note that due to the location mobile reception may not be great. We will pass any messages to staff at Lendrick Muir as appropriate.

Departure Day: We aim to leave school by 9.30am on the Monday (9th Sept) morning. Parents are welcome to come to the playground before the bus departs. Please note your child should arrive at school as normal at 8.50am for registration. We will Groupcall/Tweet when we get there

Return Day: We aim to return to school for approximately 7.30/7:45pm  on the Thursday (12th September). A Groupcall/Tweet will be sent on Thursday with a more accurate time for return

Before Camp: We ask that you inform the school asap if a child is not attending due to illness/other reason - we will be monitoring the school inbox over the weekend should you have any queries. wlkirknewton-ps@westlothian.org.uk
Should you have any queries, please contact the school office.

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Weekly Bulletin - Week ending 30/08/24 

Whole School 

Please be aware that there may not be any crossing patrol outside the school at the end of the school day tomorrow, Friday 30 August 2024.  Please inform your child of this and take extra care when crossing the road.

Whole School 

A reminder that we are now fully moving over to Parents Portal for annual updates which will significantly reduce your paperwork, as well as ours. If you haven't already done so, please use the attached paperwork (send in Group Call 29.08.24) to find out more about Parents Portal, and sign up. As we get used to the resource, we will begin to unlock even more features of this resource, including the notice board and online trip paper work. 

Thank you to those who have already signed up and have reviewed their child's details.  If you are already signed up but have not already done so, can you please review your child's details as soon as possible.

If you have any questions please contact the school office.

Whole School 

Please see Group call sent 28.08.24 Re Parent Council AGM and Zoom meeting Details. 

Whole School 

Meeting minutes from the previous Parent Council Meeting (June 2024) have been sent on a Group Call (26.08.24) also enclosed in the attachment are also details for the link for the Zoom meeting (28^th August, 2024 8pm).

Whole School 
Just a reminder that the consent pack for the Nasal Flu Immunisation needs to be returned to the school office by Monday 26th August. Please note forms need to be returned regardless of whether you wish your child to be immunised or not.

Thank you to everyone that have already returned these, should you require another pack please contact the school office.

Nasal Flu Immunisation Programme will take place on 30th October 2024 On immunisation day the nurse will issue post vaccination information to pupils who have been immunised to ensure parents/carers receive information asap post immunisation. 

Whole School 

We are now fully moving over to Parents Portal for annual updates which will significantly reduce your paperwork, as well as ours. If you haven't already done so, please use the attached paperwork to find out more about Parents Portal, and sign up. As we get used to the resource, we will begin to unlock even more features of this resource, including the notice board and online trip paper work. 

If you have any questions please contact the school office.

P4 - P7  Pupils 

Pentland Junior Singers are looking for new members!

We are a youth choir for ages 8-14 based in Balerno. We perform 2 concerts a year with Pentland Singers in December and June.

We sing a wide variety of choral, folk and world music and songs from shows and films.We help children develop their musical skills and knowledge in a safe and fun learning environment. 

We have just appointed a new musical director - Isabella Gonzalez Diaz-  who is very well qualified and fantastic with the kids!

Rehearsals are every Tuesday evening from 6-7pm Balerno Parish Church.

Membership fees are only £45.50 per term (September to December then January to June) as we want to make singing affordable for all.

Come along for a free taster session on Tuesday 3 September!

If you are interested  please contact Alison Marr by email: pentlandjuniors@gmail.com 

More information can be found on Youth Choir | Pentland Junior Choir | Scotland (pentlandjuniors.org) and Facebook

P7 Pupils 
Please see Group Call sent 27.08.24 re menu for camp. Thank you to everyone who has advised re dietary requirements - we have passed this on to Miss O'Mara and Mrs Dunlop who will be attending, as well as Lendrick Muir kitchen.
Please note that Lendrick Muir will also provide plain pasta on evenings for those that do not like the meal options. 

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Weekly Bulletin - Week ending 23/08/24 

Whole School 
Just a reminder that we require the local EE2 forms returned to the school office tomorrow 23rd August. Thank you to everyone that have already returned. Should anyone require an additional form, please contact the school office.

Whole School 

Ratho Football Info (PDF, 397 KB)(opens new window)

Please see attached flyer and information re Ratho United. They are looking for the next intake of players for the Ratho United 2019's team.

"Ratho United Youth Football Club will shortly be starting up our 2019 section. Free taster sessions to be run in September/October. Both boys and girls of all abilities are welcome.

If you are interested, please register at https://www.rathounited.club/players

We currently have teams set up for 2013 all the way to 2018, so if your child was born in any of those years and is interested then they can also be registered on the same link."

Whole School 

Your child has been issues with an envelope today that contains the consent pack for the Nasal Flu Immunisation - please complete as soon as possible. Please note forms need to be returned regardless of whether you wish your child to be immunised or not.

Nasal Flu Immunisation Programme will take place on 30th October 2024

On immunisation day the nurse will issue post vaccination information to pupils who have been immunised to ensure parents/carers receive information asap post immunisation. 

Please note we need forms returned to the school office by 26th August in order to be uplifted by the immunisation team. 

Whole School 

I hope you all had a good summer and your children have settled into school well.

This email contains information about Parent Council and 2 dates for your diary:

The First meeting and AGM is on Wednesday 28th August at 8pm

The annual Ssocial is on Friday 30th August at 7.30pm.

More information below....

I would like to tell you about a few things Parent Council have coming up, but first for those of you who are new to the school, here is a little information about Parent Council.

Kirknewton Primary has 2 parent/carer groups - Parent Council and PSA.  Both are groups made up of parents and carers that work closely with the staff of the school.  

PSA - The PSA's purpose is to raise funds for the school to allow the purchase of equipment that the school couldn't otherwise afford and to contribute towards opportunities for children thereby reducing cost to parents.  The PSA runs a variety of fundraising activities throughout the year. 

Parent Council - The Parent Council supports all other aspects of school life and is an important part of liaison between parents/carers and the school and also various activities contributing to school improvement. 

The Parent Council meets 5 times per year (roughly once per half term).  Meetings are held at 8pm on Zoom, to make them accessible for as many people as possible, and generally last just under an hour.  All are welcome to attend and there is no pressure to take part in any way.  The meetings are a great opportunity to hear more about what is happening in school. Questions/Points to raise can be sent to me (via email or your class rep) prior to the meeting.  These questions are anonyms prior to me sending them on to Mrs Patience making it a good opportunity to raise anything you are concerned or unsure about.

Parent Council Subgroups - each year we identify a few subgroups that run for one school year.  These subgroups typically have 3 or 4 parents/carers in them along with a member of staff.  They meet a few times to look at and develop one area of school life.  This year's subgroups will be announced at the AGM.  These subgroups are a great way to get involved in the school with relatively little time commitment and the more people get involved the more we can achieve.

The First Meeting and AGM - As mentioned above, this will be held on Wednesday 28th August at 8pm via Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out earlier that day along with the agenda.  Please send any questions or points to raise to me at Kirknewtonparentcouncil@gmail.com or pass them through your class rep by 8pm on Wednesday 21st August.

Class Reps - each class has a parent/carer rep.  They are the point of contact for Parent Council (though you are always welcome to contact me directly).  The class reps will be confirmed at the AGM but are likely to be:

Nursery - Mary Turner

P1 - Ashley Mackenzie

P2 - Turid Engstrom

P2/3 - Samantha Winwick

P4 - tbc - please get in touch to volunteer!

P5 - Emma Fuller

P6 - Sarah McNee

P7 - Laura Stewart

Class Whatsapp - Each class has a whatsapp group.  If you are not yet in it please email me and I can get you added to the correct one.

Parent Council Social - This will be held on Friday 30th August from 7.30pm in The Green Room.  Bring your own drink - we'll supply some nibbles.  This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other parents and carers and have a chance to chat for longer than the school gate allows.  You can also informally find out more about getting involved with the PC subgroups and PSA, but absolutely no pressure!

Parents Support Group - This is a monthly group for parents and carers of care experienced children and children with additional support needs (of any level). It takes place monthly on a Thursday evening from 7.30pm - 9pm in The Green Room.  The first one is likely to be held on Thursday 12th September (tbc).  Please get in touch if you'd like any further information.

I hope this information was helpful - well done if you made it to the end!

I look forward to seeing you at the AGM on the 28th and in person at the Social on the 30th.

Best wishes

Pip Shiels

Chair of Parent Council

kirknewtonparentcouncil@gmail.com

Whole School 
We are delighted to advise that we will continue to run both After-school Football Clubs on a Tuesday after school commencing tomorrow, Tuesday 20 August 2024.  Should you wish to sign your child up for this, please follow the link below.

https://play2learn.classforkids.io/term/198

P1 Pupils 
Please find attached info for the parent portal - see Group call sent 19.08.24 We would encourage all parent/carers to register for Parent Portal, should you have any issues, please come back to us.

P4 Pupils 

​I'm writing to you because we do not currently have a parent/carer class rep for Parent Council for the p4 class.  As you'll be aware Amanda has taken on Vice Chair of Parent Council and is not able to do both.

The role of class rep should be straightforward and require a very small time commitment, but is really important in the functioning of Parent Council and facilitating communication from Parent Council and PSA to the wider body of parents and carers.

There are 5 Parent Council meetings each year which usually last less than 1 hour and are generally really informative about things that are happening in the school. Class reps are expected to join the Parent Council meetings where possible - though we appreciate it isn't always possible to be at all of them.  Meetings are held at 8pm via Zoom and the day of the week meetings are held on varies to make them more accessible.  Prior to each Parent Council meeting the class rep is expected to forward on a message reminding people when the meeting is and inviting questions or comments.  In recent times parents/carers have raised very little for meetings and often things raised are done so by emailing me directly.  If points have been raised via the class rep then feedback will be provided via them too.  If you have heard something interesting or helpful at the meeting then it is helpful to pass this on to others via the whatsapp group, but otherwise nothing further is required around the meeting.

In between meetings you will occasionally be asked to relay messages to the class whatsapp.  These are usually about PSA or other school or village events, but we try hard to keep these messages to a minimum. 

That's all there is to it! I am happy to provide guidance or support at any point if anything comes up in the role as class rep.

I hope you can see the importance of this role and I'm sure you'll agree that it is a very manageable role.  Please catch me in the playground or get in touch at kirknewtonparentcouncil@gmail.com if you have any questions, or to volunteer to take the role on.

Best wishes

Pip Shiels Chair of Parent Council

Please see attached reminder information regarding camp - but should you have any further queries, please contact the school office.

P7 Pupils 
Primary 7 Residential Information Lendrick Muir 9^th September - 12^th September 2024

Please see attached reminder information regarding camp - but should you have any further queries, please contact the school office.

Day 1:

On arrival, pupils will be taking part in activities straight away. Therefore we would suggest a separate bag or for the following items to be packed on the top of the case so pupils can access easily on arrival.

• Jacket

• Tough Outdoor Shoes/Boots/Wellies

• Bottle of Water

• Inhalers (if your child carries their own). Please note this is the only medication that is allowed to be carried by pupils

Kit

We would ask that NO items of any value are brought on the trip, this includes mobile phones, gaming devices etc.

A suggested kit list provided by Lendrick Muir is detailed below. It is important that your child stays warm and dry. Please pack OLD clothes that you don't mind getting wet and muddy. Remember to pack appropriately for the season and to bring spare clothes. Please ensure that all clothes are labelled with your child's name (as there is always a mountain of unclaimed clothing at the end of
every trip). Please note - no football strips.

Clothes:

• Trousers/leggings (please note: denim jeans are not suitable)

• Long sleeved tops

• T-shirts

• Fleeces, jumpers or sweatshirts - Leavers Hoodies are ideal.

• Socks - remember to pack spares!

• Swimwear - (If water activities are chosen)

• Thick socks

• Underwear - remember to pack spares!

• Pyjamas

• Clothes for evening

Outdoor Clothing:

• Waterproof jacket with a hood

• Waterproof trousers

Personal Effects:

• Wash kit/Toiletries (no spray deodorant)

• Large towel (Personal use).

• Hair bobbles (if you have long hair)

• Menstrual Care Products (if required)

• Sunscreen (weather might be sunny!)

• Labelled bin bag for dirty clothes

• Drink/Water Bottle

Footwear: (pack on the top of your case so you can get them out easily when you arrive).

• Trainers for indoors (not slippers)

• Tough outdoor shoes/boots (wellies suitable as one pair)

Whilst we would encourage you to make sure your child has ample clothing, they will be expected to move their own bag from the bus to the accommodation so please ensure they are able to carry their own bag.

Please do not pack any medication in your child's bag as this should be handed to the school office prior to departure

You may want to consider giving your child a list of everything you have packed so that they can check they bring everything home.

Bedding: Please note all bedding is provided and you child is not required to take any bedding.

​Medication: Any medication brought to camp must be accompanied by the appropriate form. If we do not have a form we cannot administer the medication. The school office will be in touch with those parent/carers who have indicated medication is required. 

Departure Day: The coach leaves school at 9:30am on Monday, 9^th September. Your child should arrive at school as normal at 8.50am for registration.

Parents are welcome to come to the playground before the bus departs.

Accompanying Staff: We will advise which staff members will be attending - Mrs Patience, also plans to attend for one of the days.

Pocket Money: Pupils will be allowed to visit the on-site shop on the final day to purchase any small gifts. Please send no more than £5, preferably in change, for this purpose. All money will be held by the group leaders. The school will provide a small snack and drink for the children each night.

Emergency Contact Number: In the event of an emergency, please contact the school on 01506 284200 between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm (Monday/Thursday). Out with these times staff can be contacted on the school mobile (07789370657). Please note that due to the location mobile reception may not be great. We will pass any messages to staff at Lendrick Muir as appropriate.

Daily Updates: We will document daily activities on Twitter@Kirknewton PS along with photos (with permission) so you can view your child's activities. Pupils will not be taking any devices with them on the trip and we would encourage parents only to make contact if an absolute emergency.

Arrival Back Home: On Thursday, 12^th September, the children will return to Kirknewton Primary School at 7:30/7:45pm approximately.  We will communicate estimated arrival times as best we can by groupcall messages.
Please can we ask that final payments are made by 30th August as we need to confirm final numbers to Lendrickmuir.

Pupils (P5 - P7)
Just a reminder that we require the Digital Devices Forms forms returned to the school office tomorrow 23rd August. Thank you to everyone that have already returned. Should anyone require an additional form, please see attached or please contact the school office.

Weekly Bulletin - Week ending 16/08/24 

Whole School 

Pupils (P1 - P7) will have their EE2 forms for local outings in their school bags, please can these be returned to the school office by Friday 23rd August 

Whole School 

The Kirknewton Walking School Bus group are looking for volunteers to help lead the children to school on Friday mornings.

A group of us have been running the bus for the last year with huge success - saving car journeys, reducing traffic at school, teaching safety awareness whilst getting exercise.

We would love to keep this scheme going but we are really in need of volunteers who can regularly participate. If you think you can help us out on a regular basis from any stop, every week or every few weeks, please get in touch with me on 07849 034 067 or email: emmafuller80@gmail.com. 

For those new to the school, this is the route and the timings from each stop: Are on the Group call sent (16.08.24)

We haven't yet started the bus for this term, but hopefully we can set off again very soon with some extra help.

Whole School 
Please see Group Call sent 16/08/24 for provisional dates and times for events happening in school within the 2024-2025 session. Please note that although we will endeavour to keep to these dates and times, they are subject to change. We will give you as much notice as possible of any date changes.

There is a copy of this in all pupils bags today - please look out for these in your child's school bag.

Please continue to check school website - Parent Zone Section where we will update and put information with regards to school communication and school event information.
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/73750/Notice-Board-School-Communication
https://kirknewtonprimary.westlothian.org.uk/article/17999/School-Events

Whole School 

We hope you have had a lovely summer with your child/children. We are all very much looking forward to seeing them back in a few weeks. I have attached a very short Sway to remind you of the first day processes. Please take a wee look at it when you get an minute.

P1 Pupils 
We are happy to inform you that all our P1 pupils happy and have settled well in class.

P1 Pupils 

P1 - Photography Forms to be returned to the school office Friday 23rd June 

P1 - Code of Conducts Forms to be returned to the school office Friday 23rd June 

P1 - Kirkie Savers Applications to be returned to the school office Friday 23rd June 

P5 - P7 Pupils 

P5 - P7 - Digital Agreements to be returned to the school office Friday 23rd June 

P7 Pupils 
If you have ordered a Leavers hoodie/hoodies for your child please note these can be collected today between 3:30pm - 4:30pm 12th August. Please ensure payments have been made before collection. If you have ordered a red hoodie for your child, we are still waiting on these to be delivered.

P7 Pupils 

All our P7 pupils have received their leavers hoodies and look great.  
Can we please remind you to pay for your child's leavers hoodie by the end of this week.  We have opened the fund again on ipayimpact as there is still an outstanding balance of £21.00.