Communications
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Spooky Doo P4-7 October 2022
Come if you dare to this year's Spooky Do! Dress up for a Halloween disco, with games, prizes, and tons of Halloween fun at the school. For primary 4-7, Thursday 27th October at 18:30 (doors open at 18:20). Tickets are £3.50 and include free drinks all evening. There will be a small tuck shop (items 20p-60p) and hot dogs (£1) available on the night.Tickets are available online via www.buytickets.at/balgreen. There are only 100 tickets available so get them fast, as...
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Diwali Assembly - Wednesday 12th October
Building on our work in relation to diversity, we are planning a Diwali Assembly on Wednesday 12th October. This celebration is part of our school "Culture Calendar" which was created by pupils. We would like children to learn about the celebration of Diwali and take part in some activities / experiences related to this. We would like to ask for help from our school community. Are you able to help with any of the following: - Rangoli art- Celebratory dancing...
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October Break Basketball Camp 2022
West Edinburgh Warriors Basketball Club in conjunction with Active Schools will be running a basketball camp during the October Holiday at Tynecastle High School. The camp booking is now open. The dates for the camp are: Tuesday 18 October, Wednesday 19 October and Thursday 20 October Camp sign up links: P1 - 4 https://form.jotform.com/222644577467366 P5 - 7 https://form.jotform.com/222644303952352 S1 - 3 https://form.jotform.com/222644201500338 S4 - 6 https://form.jotform.com/222644216162348 £5 per session There are limited places and these fill up fast. If the...
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Balgreen 2022/23 Tea Towels
ORDER YOUR 2022/23 BALGREEN TEA TOWELS TODAY Just a little reminder to order your Balgreen School Tea Towel today – Sadly, orders have slowed off for the school tea towels and we're really worried that we might not make the minimum order of 50 per year group. We don't want to give you the hard sell, but if you want one, please, please get your order in. The kids have all drawn their self portraits and the Parent Council team...
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Primary 1 Information
Please see attached document with information for Primary 1 parent and carers.
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Weather Reminder
Whilst it was dry earlier this morning, we have since had heavy downpours and given the changeability of the weather, we ask that children bring a waterproof coat to school every day.
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Christmas Tea Towels
Please find below details of a fantastic opportunity to start your Christmas Shopping early, whilst helping school funds! The Parent Council (with the help of all the pupils and staff) have organised some fabulous school tea towels, featuring self-portraits of all the children. These 100% cotton tea towels make memorable keepsakes for you, Grandparents, family and friends. At just £5 each they are also excellent gifts for Christmas!These items are pre-order only, so please get your orders in ASAP as...
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Outdoor Learning Timetable Term 1 (1)
Day Classes Monday P3a, P3b, P7a, P7b Tuesday P2a, P2b, P4a Wednesday P5a, P5b Thursday P4b, P6a, P6b Friday P1a, P1b Please ensure your child comes to school wearing old, weather appropriate clothing and appropriate footwear, such as welly boots.
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Brass Tuition P7
Pupils in P7 were visited this morning by Donna Arthur, the Brass Teacher, for a short information session about playing a brass instrument. Many of them were enthused and keen to try out. This is a reminder to complete the form below if you would like your child to be assessed for a brass instrument. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=af6sSGo3tUKfacnke7-5xKxgSY2zHyNFpdLZtUEnxatUME1CMDU5Rjg2MEhQMUs0WDlUVjI4M1JBMS4uDonna will be back in school on Friday 2nd September to assess any children who are interested and who's parents have given consent by completing...
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Pupil Council Elections
Pupil voice is of upmost importance at Balgreen. One way we involve pupils in decisions made in school is through the Pupil Council. Each class has an elected representative who meets on a monthly basis with Mrs Palmer with a view to improving the school. We are asking interested pupils to come up with a creative way to try to persuade their classmates to vote for them - it could be a powerpoint presentation, a short talk, a poster or...
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PE Timetable 2022 Term 1
See below the PE timetable for the term ahead. Please can children come to school on their PE day, wearing appropriate PE kit - trainers, leggings / joggers, t-shirt, hoodie/jumper and a coat. Please avoid football strips and crop tops. Session 2 is a shorter session which is why P5a have two PE slots. P1 and P2 teachers will deliver an additional PE lesson during the week. An Outdoor Learning timetable will also be sent out in the coming weeks.
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Active Schools Clubs Term 1
Please find attached, details of the Active Schools Clubs available at Balgreen this term. Bookings are now live.