Saint Ninian’s Primary School

Dear Parent/Carer,Christmas ShowMany thanks for your support! The children worked really hard. I am sure you are as proud of them as we are! Our show ‘Hosanna Rock, raised an amazing £1024.66! This money will subsidise our educational outings later in the session.

Christmas Card CompetitionCongratulations to the winners! The illustrations have been made into cards and sent on behalf of our school to various organisations.Our proud winners are –

Mary Kironde Wiktoria Springer Amelia Timlin

Soft Shoes/ Indoor ShoesChildren will bring their indoor shoes home on Friday to let you see if they still fit! Some children might need a replacement pair in the New Year. All children are required to have a pair of indoor shoes.

Water BottlesIf you wish you can provide your child with a bottle of water to drink throughout the day. This bottle should be taken home daily to be topped up.

Registration of Infant BeginnersIf you know of anyone who has a child due to start school in August 2020, please let them know that Registration will take place on:

Tuesday 14th January, Wednesday 15th January, Thursday 16th January 2020 between 1.30p.m. and 3.00p.m.

Please note, that it is only the parent or legal guardian who is authorised to register a child for school.Parents must bring the child’s full birth certificate (and Baptismal Certificate if applicable) as well as two pieces of official documentation, both containing the parent’s permanent home address to clarify proof of residency.

School WebsiteAll school information is on our website. This is updated regularly so please add it to your favourites! Reminders about events are sent via the myschoolapp. Please sign up for this, information is also on the school website.School Travel Survey

December 2019

Many thanks to everyone who returned the School Travel Survey! This information will help us in creating our updated School Travel Plan.

Inconsiderate and unsafe parking was mentioned on many forms returned. We ask that for the safety of all, people park their cars responsibly in and around the school. Please do not park on the zig zag lines as children and families need to be able to cross the road safely. Parking is available at the Community Centre, the Church, and the Jock Stein Centre. Also, please refer to the Park & Stride leaflet which was created by Marion Shearer, our School Travel Plan Co-ordinator.

Memorial OrchardOur orchard in memory of Ms Kennedy has started to be planted. Our fruit trees are in place and garden supplies have been delivered. We will keep you updated on our progress.

Thank youAs ever, this has been an exceptionally busy term!On behalf of the staff at Saint Ninian’s Primary I would like to thank you all for your fantastic support this year. The children have taken on many roles of responsibility to improve our school, displaying positive attitudes as they do so.Thank you to Father Dornan for his continuing spiritual support.Thanks to our Parent Council who work very hard to support the school, and Parent Helpers who accompany children on events outside of school.Finally, grateful thanks to the teachers, support staff, janitorial staff, catering staff, cleaners and our Lollipop Ladies. Everyone is a valued member of the team and go the extra mile to help provide an excellent educational experience for our children.

Christmas Holiday DatesSchool will close on Friday 20th December at 2.30p.m. re-opening on Monday 6th January at 9.00a.m.As we head into the winter please ensure your contact numbers are up to date.

I hope you all have a merry, peaceful Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Yours sincerely,

Kirsteen WhiteActing Head Teacher