Communications
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P5 Sharing Learning - Friday 6th October
Dear P5 parents and Carers, Primary 5 are working towards their John Muir Bronze award. One aspect of the certification is 'sharing' our knowledge and wild spaces. We'd like you to join your child for an 'adventure' in the woods. Children will show you our wild space, share with you their knowledge of the man - John Muir and you can take part in an art activity with your child. If you'd like to join us, please meet us at...
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P1 Balgreen Primary Curriculum Evening - 19th September
P1 Curriculum evening This is a reminder that there will be a Curriculum Information Evening for all parents and carers of Primary 1 children on Tuesday 19th September in the school hall from 6pm to 7pm. This is an opportunity to find out more about the children’s learning. There will be a creche available and we ask that you email the school admin account if you wish to reserve a place for your child. We will be unable to accommodate...
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Pupil Council Class Reps (1)
Dear Parents and Carers, Pupil Council Elections: Every year at this time each class votes in their new Pupil Council Class Representative. These are pupils who are keen to make a difference and make our school a better place. I spoke to the whole school about this at assembly last week and attach the slides for your information. We discussed what a good class rep does - listens carefully to their classmates, is reliable and works as a team. Children...
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P1 Curriculum Evening September 2023
P1 Curriculum evening There will be a Curriculum Information Evening for all parents and carers of Primary 1 children on Tuesday 19th September in the school hall from 6pm to 7pm. This is an opportunity to find out more about the children’s learning. There will be a creche available and we ask that you email the school admin account if you wish to reserve a place for your child. admin@balgreen.edin.sch.uk All parents and carers are invited to the AGM of...
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Balgreen PS- Primary 1
Dear Parent and Carers, Currently, parts of the UK and Europe are seeing an increase in the number of people getting measles. In response to this, Public Health Scotland has prepared the attached letter for parents and carers of P1 pupils. This letter raises awareness of the importance of the MMR vaccine in protecting against measles and provides information on what parents/carers can do to make sure their child is up-to-date with vaccinations. It contains a QR code for accessing...
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August 2023 School Newsletter
Please see attached.
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P1 and P2 Dalkeith trip
This is a reminder that P1 and P2 are visiting Fort Douglas at Dalkeith Country Park on Thursday 8th June 2023. We will be leaving school at 9.00a.m sharp and returning for normal finishing time. A snack, a full water bottle, waterproof jacket, trainers and sun cap will be required. If it is a sunny day, please ensure your child comes to school with sunscreen applied prior to the school trip. Your child should have a rucksack/bag they can easily...
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P1 Teddy Bear Picnic
We are looking forward to welcoming our new P1 pupils to Balgreen at the Teddy Bears’ Picnic later this month. It doesn’t seem that long ago that we were doing the same for your children! We will be having a pre-loved uniform stall at this event and wonder if you would like to donate any items of uniform that your child has now grown out of. Items should be in good condition and can be handed into the school office...
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Rose Day Celebrations
As the end of term is fast approaching, we would like to let you know about our Rose Day Celebrations. On Tuesday 27th June, pupils and staff of Balgreen Primary School will gather for an end of term celebration at Saughton Park Bandstand (weather dependent). Rose Day is a long-standing Balgreen tradition. The name Rose Day, comes from the school's proximity to the Rose Garden at Saughton Park. During the gathering, we celebrate being part of Balgreen Primary School and...
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Balgreen's Got Talent - Sign up
Balgreen's Got Talent is fast approaching and we would like to thank you for supporting your child to take part in this opportunity to share their wider achievements, which is an important part of the school curriculum. Auditions will take place on Thursday 18th May. If your child would like to enter the competition, please can you complete the link below with details of your child and their act. Please ensure you complete this Form and send in any links...
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Balgreen's Got Talent
After a 4 year hiatus, Balgreen's Got Talent is back for 2023! This is a really exciting opportunity for children to showcase their wider achievements and for us as a school to celebrate their many skills and talents. Children's wider achievements are considered part of the Scottish Curriculum and we would welcome as many pupils to get involved as possible. Talents may include: singing, dancing, playing a musical instrument, reciting a poem, cultural performances, magic tricks, card tricks, football tricks,...
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Active Schools Term 3
Please find attached the booking letter for this term’s clubs at Balgreen. We have a new website and booking system. Please follow the instructions below on how to book: We have a new booking system launching from this term. Follow the steps below to book online at: https://getedinburghactive.spydus.co.uk/ Step 1: Register. Follow the link above and click register in the top right hand corner. When registering please use the main contact email address that is on your child’s school record...
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