Communications
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Balgreen - Last Day of Term
We are confirming with you the times for the last day of term which is Friday 25th June. Primary 1a, 2a, 3a, 4a, 5a, 6a and 7a will finish at 12noon Primary 1b, 2b, 3b, 4b, 5b, 6b and 7b will finish at 12.10pm.
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Fairtrade Uniform
Balgreen has joined the #Fairtradeuniform gang! As an alternative option, for you and your family, you can now buy Fairtrade cotton uniform with the school badge on it from Kool Skools UK, using the link https://koolskools.co.uk/product-category/balgreen-primary-school/. See attached for more information.
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P7 Snack Delivery Service - Thursday 3rd June
Due to current Covid 19 restrictions we are unable to have our P7 cafe' as an alternative we are providing a snack service on Thursday 3rd of June, snacks will include Golden Wonder crisps, Twix, Timeout, Custard Creams, Shortbread, Kinder Cereal Bar, Milkyway Crispy Rolls and a selection of a few others. One packet of crisps and a snack will cost £1.00. We appreciate your continued support. Kind Regards, The P7 Team
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Balgreen PS Book Fair
As a school we aim to foster a love of reading and have organised a book fair to promote this. Balgreen Book Fair starts next week, taking place from 19th May to 26th May. This year will run differently from previous years, but your child will still have the opportunity to browse through available books in school. You can also look through the attached leaflet with your child to discuss the books they might like to read. We will send...
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Parent-Teacher Consultations
You are invited to make appointments for the school’s next parent-teacher consultations. These meetings will be made available to book online. Consultations this term will be a phone call from your child’s teacher.The parent-teacher phone calls are on Wednesday 26th May and Thursday 27th May for all year groups.To make your appointments please login at: https://parents-booking.co.uk/balgreen To login you will need to enter: • Your first name and surname• Your child’s first name, surname and date of birthThe login details...
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Sports Day 2021
Unfortunately, due to COVID restrictions, we won’t be able to hold our traditional ‘all school’ Sports Day event this term. However, classes will complete mini Sports Day events during their allotted PE time over the next two weeks. Look out for photos and videos of these Sports Day events on the school Twitter page @BalgreenPrimary.
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Balgreen Book Fair
As a school we aim to foster a love of reading and have organised a book fair to promote this. Balgreen Book Fair starts next week, taking place from 19th May to 26th May. This year will run differently from previous years, but your child will still have the opportunity to browse through available books in school. You can also look through the attached leaflet with your child to discuss the books they might like to read. We will send...
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New Outdoor Learning Timetable
Please find attached the new Outdoor Learning timetable for Term 4. This has had to be slightly revised in light of losing the services of the wonderful Mrs Kerr who has led our Outdoor Learning thus far. Every class will have an outdoor learning session every week on the day outlined on the timetable attached.
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Term Dates and School Information
Dear Parents and Carers, I am writing to remind you that the school is closed on Monday 3rd May for a public holiday and also closed on Tuesday 4th May for in-service day training for school staff. Dates for next session are attached to this email as we have begun to receive requests about dates for next session. This can also be found on: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/22247/calendar-version-term-dates-2021-22 It is with some sadness that I am announcing that Julia Kerr, our Outdoor Learning...
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Primary 7 Fundraising Events
Primary 7 are taking the initiative, in this, their final term at Balgreen primary school, to make as many special memories as possible. They have arranged 3 special fundraising events for the coming term to create some joy around our school community and to raise funds for some special P7 treats. The details are below and we would greatly appreciate any way in which you can contribute to our fundraising efforts. Friday 7th May Wear what you want day Suggested...
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Outdoor Learning Timetable
See the attached Outdoor Learning times.
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Primary 1 Outdoor Learning
Good Afternoon We are looking forwards to seeing everyone back in school tomorrow after the Easter break. P1a and P1b will have Outdoor Learning tomorrow. Please ensure the children are dressed appropriately with boots and warm waterproof jackets. Kind regards, Mrs Edgar