Schools and nurseries news - 19 February 2020

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Wednesday 19 February

Have your say on school admissions

Primary school pupils reading books

Consultation is now live

Tell us your views on proposed changes on admissions to schools and placing request policies. Closing date 31st March 2020.

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Have you applied for nursery?

Nursery child Brodie

Mum Lindsay says more time at nursery for daughter Brodie has positively impacted on quality time they can spend together.

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Excellent school gets thumbs up

Heriot Primary School

Heriot Primary School pupils and teachers got top marks for their school's leadership in their latest inspection report.

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Inclusive school culture praised

Mary Russell School

Positive school ethos within Mary Russell School is praised for supporting the confidence and wellbeing of pupils.

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Two schools win Fair Trade award

Bargarran Primary School

Pupils at Bargarran Primary School and Mary Russell School won awards for their outstanding work to promote fair trade.

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First staff newsletter issued

Nursery officer with young children

The first Children's Services staff newsletter was issued last week, featuring a focus on supporting children and young people's health and wellbeing.

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Get involved as a parent

Parents at a parent council meeting

Every wanted to have more say in your child's education? Join the parent council for your school.

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