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With schools finishing up on Thursday 29 June for the summer break, Convenor of Children and Learning, Cllr Lynne Devine has a message for all the children, young people, teachers and staff at our schools.
“As we approach the end of the school term, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the incredible efforts and achievements of our children, teachers and schools throughout the year. It has been a year filled with hard work, dedication and remarkable progress.
“I must recognise the determination of our young people who have studied hard for their exams and I look forward to seeing the results this August. To our school leavers, I wish you all the best for your future as you embark on your journey into the world of work or further education.
“It will be lovely to welcome our new P1s when they join us in August for the first time. This is a significant milestone for both children and their families but I know our teachers and support staff will make this transition go as smoothly as possible.
“I want to thank all the teachers and staff who have gone above and beyond to provide quality education, guidance and support to children and young people in Angus, when it has remained a difficult time post-Covid. Your dedication to unlocking their full potential is truly commendable.
“I hope you all take the opportunity to rest, recharge and have a wonderful summer break, hopefully with some of that good weather again."
- Convenor of Children and Learning Cllr Lynne Devine
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Summer holiday free school meal direct payment
Families who qualify for free school meals based on financial criteria will receive a single direct payment of £70.40 to cover the summer holidays (32 days). This payment will be in bank accounts on or around Friday 30 June 2023.
You'll receive a payment if you have a child currently in:
- P1-P5 who is in receipt of school clothing grant
- P6-S6 who is in receipt of free school meals during term time.
Not already in receipt of school clothing grant or free school meals? You can check if you’re eligible can and apply on our website.
Summer family fun with our Vibrant Communities team is back!
We've arranged a series of fun, free activities, including lunch across Angus, for you and your children to enjoy. It includes animal handling, sports, yoga, arts and crafts, storytelling, music, science activities, games and much more!
No booking required - just pop along to the sessions that run from 11am to 1pm at the following venues:
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Arbroath - Abbotsford Road Park, Tuesday 18 July and Ladyloan PS playing fields , Thursday 3 August
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Brechin - Inch Park, Thursday 20 July
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Forfar - Reid Park, Tuesday 25 July and Strathmore Cricket Club, Friday 4 August
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Kirriemuir - The Den, Thursday 27 July
Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact Vibrant Communities on 01241 464628 or email bscommunities@angus.gov.uk
Remember, we've also got our summer fun activities running throughout the school break throughout Angus.
We've organised lots of fun, free/affordable activities for children young and families with local partner organisations, this includes swimming, football, rugby plus much more!
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Ending the year on a high
What a way to finish the school year, celebrating the official opening of Carnoustie Early Learning and Childcare Centre and the start to the construction of the new Monifieth Learning Campus!
Monifieth Learning Campus
The official start to the construction of the new £66.5M Monifieth Learning Campus was on Wednesday 28 June.
Chief Executive Margo Williamson welcomed guests to the school and then Angus Council Leader, Cllr Beth Whiteside, Doug Keillor of Robertson Construction, Monifieth HS Head Teacher, Mr Andy Dingwall and three Monifieth HS young people marked the occasion with the preparation of a special footprint concrete panel which will be incorporated into the construction.
This ceremony marks the start of the two-year construction phase with the new school planned to open in August 2025 and the project completed in August 2026 with the demolition of the current building.
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Carnoustie Early Learning and Childcare Centre (ELCC)
The council’s Carnoustie Early Learning and Childcare Centre (ELCC) was officially opened on Monday 26 June.
The centre at Pitskelly Park opened its doors to the first intake of children in March 2021 and is part of the council’s commitment to offer 1140 hours of funded early years and childcare each year.
The new building boasts a spacious layout and modern amenities, offering an enriching environment for up to 205 children aged two to five years old. It also has capacity to accommodate a private early years provider with Panmure Pre School utilising a dedicated space which includes a playroom, sensory room and fully enclosed outdoor space within the centre.
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