Please note that all homework and class updates can now be found in Google Classroom.
The children have been shown where to find weekly homework information and we will continue to send out a hard copy weekly on Wednesdays to be returned the following Tuesday.
Kind regards,
Mrs Watts & Mrs Roy
J.Watts@midlothian.education
S.Roy@midlothian.education
⛅ May 2022 ⛅
We can hardly believe that it is already the summer term and P4 have already started their swimming block on Friday mornings! Everyone came back after the Easter break refreshed and ready to learn. We will continue with our tremendous effort towards our homework and are very proud to see how many pupils are achieving their ‘Gold Certificates’ 🥇 – keep up the fabulous work P4!
Homework
Spelling: homework tasks consist of pupils writing new spelling words in their homework jotter on Wednesday each week. At home they should use:LOOK THINK/SAY COVER WRITE CHECK
writing out their new spelling words three times in neat columns. They should also complete an activity card which will earn pupils credit card points. Completed spelling homework should be returned the following Monday to be marked and the next spelling pattern will be given for homework on Wednesday each week. All activities are discussed in class so your child should be able to complete these tasks independently or with minimal adult support.
Numeracy & Maths: each week an activity sheet will be given to practise work which has been taught in class. Pupils can write straight onto this sheet so no need to copy into their jotters and this can be returned in their folder on Monday of the following week.
Reading: all pupils have been allocated a reading book which goes home once or twice per week to be read with an adult. It is extremely important that this activity is done at home as only through regular reading practice, will children improve this valuable life skill! Please ensure your child’s reading book is returned to school on the date written on the bookmark. It would also be helpful if you could initial this when you have heard your child read.
PE/Health & Wellbeing: this will be a mix of indoor and outdoor activities where possible and to that end, can children please come dressed for outdoor PE on Monday and Wednesday each week. An outdoor kit will consist of trainers, shorts/jogging bottoms/leggings, t-shirt, fleece and outdoor showerproof jacket. We still don’t have a changing area at present so children will wear their kit for the day. Additionally, please ensure pupils bring a water bottle to keep hydrated.Additional Information
Mandarin – P4 will continue to take part in weekly, half hour Mandarin lessons every Wednesday morning and we are very excited about the up and coming trip to Edinburgh Zoo to visit the pandas (more details to follow).
Digital Devices – All pupils are now managing their Chrome Books between school and home very well. Please remember that the devices will follow pupils through their schooling, therefore it is extremely important that they are taken care of and we ask that you ensure that pupils pack their device every morning for use in school. If they are forgotten then the office will phone home and request that it is dropped at school to ensure valuable learning is not missed.
Indoor Shoes – All pupils have been requested to bring a pair of indoor shoes, suitable for PE, to school. This is to protect the school carpets which cost a great deal to clean.
Whole School Assembly – We are delighted to be back together in the hall as a whole school to take part in weekly assemblies. Unfortunately due to the timing of P4 swimming sessions we will only be able to attend the Head Teacher Award assemblies at the end of May and June.
Outdoor Learning – Pupils will continue to enjoy learning in the outdoors during the summer term as we study the various trees that surround our school.
Diary dates:
💻 Parent Digital Support for Chrome Books – A text with a link to sign up for one of our support sessions for you and your child. These take place next week in school. The sessions are as follows;
Monday 9th May 9am
Wednesday 11th May 3.20pm
Friday 13th May 12.30pm
If you are unable to book online, and would like a place on one of the sessions, please contact the school office
Friday 29th April – Friday 24th June – P4 swimming lessons
Wednesday 11th May 7pm – Parent Council Meeting – ALL WELCOME
Thursday 12th May – Thursday 23rd June – Parkour, 12.15pm – 12.45pm P4-7
Monday 16th May – Friday 20th May – Walk to School Week
Monday 23rd May – PUPIL HOLIDAY / Inservice Day – staff only attend
If you have any queries regarding homework or wish to discuss another aspect of your child’s education please contact Mrs Roy or myself by email on our new address:
j.watts@midlothian.education
s.roy@midlothian.education
Many thanks for your support,
Mrs Watts & Mrs Roy
💐 March 2022 💐
Many thanks to all who have managed to meet with us to update progress on targets during Learning Trio sessions. It has been fabulous seeing how many pupils have achieved their targets and are confident setting next steps. There are only a few outstanding phone calls to take place.
Homework
Spelling: homework tasks consist of pupils writing new spelling words in their homework jotter on Wednesday each week. At home they should use:LOOK THINK/SAY COVER WRITE CHECK
writing out their new spelling words three times in neat columns. They should also complete an activity card which will earn pupils credit card points. Completed spelling homework should be returned the following Monday to be marked and the next spelling pattern will be given for homework on Wednesday each week. All activities are discussed in class so your child should be able to complete these tasks independently or with minimal adult support.Numeracy & Maths: each week an activity sheet will be given to practise work which has been taught in class. Pupils can write straight onto this sheet so no need to copy into their jotters and this can be returned in their folder on Monday of the following week.Reading: all pupils have been allocated a reading book which goes home once or twice per week to be read with an adult. It is extremely important that this activity is done at home as only through regular reading practice, will children improve this valuable life skill! Please ensure your child’s reading book is returned to school on the date written on the bookmark. It would also be helpful if you could initial this when you have heard your child read.PE/Health & Wellbeing: this will be a mix of indoor and outdoor activities where possible and to that end, can children please come dressed for outdoor PE on Monday and Wednesday each week. An outdoor kit will consist of trainers, shorts/jogging bottoms/leggings, t-shirt, fleece and outdoor showerproof jacket. We still don’t have a changing area at present so children will wear their kit for the day. Additionally, please ensure pupils bring a water bottle to keep hydrated.Additional Information
Student Teacher – I am sure we can all join together in thanking Mr Ferguson for his time spent with us and the enjoyable lessons the pupils have experienced with him. He will be missed when his placement finishes on Thursday 17.3.22 but I am sure we will see him again when he pops in for a visit.
Mandarin – P4 will continue to take part in weekly, half hour Mandarin lessons every Wednesday morning.
Digital Devices – All pupils have had time to experience their new Chromebooks which will be going home for the first time w/b 14.3.22. As the devices will follow pupils through their schooling, it is extremely important that they are taken care of and we ask that you ensure that pupils pack their device every morning for use in school. If they are forgotten then the office will phone home and request that it is dropped at school to ensure valuable learning is not missed.
👟Indoor Shoes – All pupils have been requested to bring a pair of indoor shoes, suitable for PE, to school. This is to protect the school carpets which cost a great deal to clean.
🏫Whole School Assembly – We are delighted to be back together in the hall as a whole school to take part in weekly assemblies.
🌲Outdoor Learning – Pupils have been enjoying working on outdoor learning on Mondays with Miss Simpson. P4 have a two week slot in March and we then hope to make this a regular feature of our programme for pupils.
🚲Bicycle Pop Up Tent – On Friday 18th March 12pm – 2pm Midlothian Council youth workers will have the bicycle pop up tent in the playground. Pupils, parents and school staff will be able to have their bikes and scooters checked, serviced and any basic repairs done free of charge. Please bring bikes or scooters along and have them checked!
Diary dates:
Wednesday 9th March 2022 – Usher Hall visit to take part in the Royal Scottish National Orchestra play, Gaspard’s Foxtrot, return 3pm
Friday 11th March 2022 – Dress down day in aid of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. Children can wear blue and/or yellow to show support for Ukraine and make a monetary donation IF THEY SO WISH. This is entirely optional.
Friday 18th March 2022 – Pop up bike tent, 12 – 2pm
If you have any queries regarding homework or wish to discuss another aspect of your child’s education please contact Mrs Roy or myself by email on our new address:
j.watts@midlothian.education
s.roy@midlothian.education
Many thanks for your support,
Mrs Watts & Mrs Roy
Our school community have been desperate to do something to help Ukraine. 🇺🇦.
We have decided to have a dress down day on Friday and ask everyone to wear something blue and yellow if possible. We ask that everyone brings a cash donation too. We are donating money to a charity that matches your donations, so anything we raise will be doblubled. More info will be given when donations are in.
Thanks for your support
The school is still trying to keep all children and staff as safe as possible so please follow the FACTS guidance at all times. As in previous months, it is still extremely important that our classrooms are kept well ventilated so the windows will be open throughout the day. We continue to use CO2 monitors in the classroom which alert us to higher levels and prompt us to open the door. Therefore please ensure that your child wears a warm jumper/fleece as wearing layers is the best way to keep warm. Also it is extremely important that all children come to school with a warm jacket/coat.
Homework
Spelling: homework tasks consist of pupils writing new spelling words in their homework jotter on Wednesday each week. At home they should use:LOOK THINK/SAY COVER WRITE CHECK
Numeracy & Maths: each week an activity sheet will be given to practise work which has been taught in class. Pupils can write straight onto this sheet so no need to copy into their jotters and this can be returned in their folder on Monday of the following week.Reading: all pupils have been allocated a reading book which goes home once or twice per week to be read with an adult. It is extremely important that this activity is done at home as only through regular reading practice, will children improve this valuable life skill! Please ensure your child’s reading book is returned to school on the date written on the bookmark. It would also be helpful if you could initial this when you have heard your child read.PE/Health & Wellbeing: this will be a mix of indoor and outdoor activities where possible and to that end, can children please come dressed for outdoor PE on Monday and Wednesday each week. An outdoor kit will consist of trainers, shorts/jogging bottoms/leggings, t-shirt, fleece and outdoor showerproof jacket. We still don’t have a changing area at present so children will wear their kit for the day. Additionally, please ensure pupils bring a water bottle to keep hydrated.Additional Information
Student Teacher – Mr Ferguson is now half way through his time with P4 and the pupils are really enjoying having him in class.
Mandarin – P4 will continue to take part in weekly, half hour Mandarin lessons every Wednesday morning.
Digital Devices – All pupils have now received their own Chromebook to use between home and school. We are going to keep the Chromebooks in school until pupils have become familiar using them but will be in touch soon with further guidance. For further information on the programme, please see the links below.
Equipped for Learning Information
https://bit.ly/efl-parentcarer
🥗Lunches – P4 will now have their lunch in the school dining hall and can order a free hot meal from the school canteen via ParentPay beforehand. We remind children of their choices for lunch every morning. Alternatively, children can bring in their own packed lunch from home to eat in the dining hall.
📅 Diary dates:
Friday 11th February 2022 – Break up for February holiday, 12:25
Monday 21th February 2022 – All start back, 8:50am
If you have any queries regarding homework or wish to discuss another aspect of your child’s education please contact Mrs Roy or myself by email on our new address:
j.watts@midlothian.education
s.roy@midlothian.education
Many thanks for your support,
Mrs Watts & Mrs Roy
Happy New Year – 2022!Welcome back! We hope you have had a restful holiday and are ready to start the new year.
The school have had to tighten rules around Covid-19 restrictions so pupils will continue to have lunch in the classroom until further notice.
We still have to adhere to safety measures to ensure all children and staff in school are as safe as possible so please follow the FACTS guidance at all times. As in previous months, it is still extremely important that our classrooms are kept well ventilated so the windows will be open throughout the day. We continue to use CO2 monitors in the classroom which alert us to higher levels and prompt us to open the door. Therefore please ensure that your child wears a warm jumper/fleece as wearing layers is the best way to keep warm. Also it is extremely important that all children come to school with a warm jacket/coat.
Homework
Spelling: homework tasks consist of pupils writing new spelling words in their homework jotter on Wednesday each week. At home they should use:LOOK THINK/SAY COVER WRITE CHECK
Numeracy & Maths: due to the school focusing on Scottish poetry recitals there will be no written homework handed out but we would encourage pupils to continue to practise their chosen times table.Reading: all pupils have been allocated a reading book which goes home once or twice per week to be read with an adult. It is extremely important that this activity is done at home as only through regular reading practice, will children improve this valuable life skill! Please ensure your child’s reading book is returned to school on the date written on the bookmark. It would also be helpful if you could initial this when you have heard your child read.PE/Health & Wellbeing: this will be a mix of indoor and outdoor activities where possible and to that end, can children please come dressed for outdoor PE on Monday and Wednesday each week. An outdoor kit will consist of trainers, shorts/jogging bottoms/leggings, t-shirt, fleece and outdoor showerproof jacket. We still don’t have a changing area at present so children will wear their kit for the day.Additional Information
🧑🏫Student Teacher – We would like to extend a warm welcome to Mr Ferguson who will be joining P4 for the next 10 weeks.
Mandarin – P4 will continue to take part in weekly, half hour Mandarin lesson every Wednesday morning. Ms Ling Sun has been providing introductory lessons over the first few terms which the children will continue to enjoy.
💻Digital Devices – All pupils will received a digital device to use between home and school. For further information on the programme, and to fill out the parental agreement form please see the links below. The devices will not be allocated for full use until the agreements are filled out. This is an online form.
Equipped for Learning Information
https://bit.ly/efl-parentcarer
Parental Acknowledgement Form (must be completed ASAP).
Diary dates:
Monday 24th January 2022 – Class Scottish Poetry Recitals
If you have any queries regarding homework or wish to discuss another aspect of your child’s education please contact Mrs Roy or myself by email on our new address:
j.watts@midlothian.education
s.roy@midlothian.education
Many thanks for your support,
Mrs Watts & Mrs Roy
As part of Midlothian Council’s Equipped for Learning programme, a digital device for learning is being provided to every child of school age. This is to ensure that all young people have access to the technology they need for learning, both at school and at home.
For further information on the programme, and to fill out the parental agreement form please see the links below. The devices will not be allocated for full use until the agreements are filled out. This is an online form.
Equipped for Learning Information
https://bit.ly/efl-parentcarer
Parental Acknowledgement Form (must be completed ASAP).
Homework & Update – P4!
We have had a very busy first term with some ups and downs. Fingers crossed we all stay healthy on the lead up to Christmas and over the holidays. We are doing everything in our power to bring some festive cheer this month!
We still have to adhere to safety measures to ensure all children and staff in school are as safe as possible so please follow the FACTS guidance at all times. As in previous months, it is still extremely important that our classrooms are kept well ventilated so the windows will be open throughout the day. We now also have carbon dioxide monitors in the classroom which alert us to higher levels and prompt us to open the door. Therefore please ensure that your child wears a warm jumper/fleece as wearing layers is the best way to keep warm. Also it is extremely important that with the change in weather, all children come to school with a warm jacket/coat.
Homework
Spelling: homework tasks consist of pupils writing new spelling words in their homework jotter on Wednesday each week. At home they should use:LOOK THINK/SAY COVER WRITE CHECK
to write out their new spelling words three times in neat columns. They should also complete an activity card which will earn pupils credit card points. Completed spelling homework should be returned the following Monday to be marked and the next spelling pattern will be given for homework on Wednesday each week. All activities are discussed in class so your child should be able to complete these tasks independently or with minimal adult support.
Numeracy & Maths: each week an activity sheet will be given to practise work which has been taught in class. Pupils can write straight onto this sheet so no need to copy into their jotters and this can be returned in their folder on Monday of the following week.Reading: all pupils have been allocated a reading book which goes home once or twice per week to be read with an adult. It is extremely important that this activity is done at home as only through regular reading practice, will children improve this valuable life skill! Please ensure your child’s reading book is returned to school on the date written on the bookmark. It would also be helpful if you could initial this when you have heard your child read.PE/Health & Wellbeing: this will be a mix of indoor and outdoor activities where possible and to that end, can children please come dressed for outdoor PE on Tuesday and Thursday each week. An outdoor kit will consist of trainers, shorts/jogging bottoms/leggings, t-shirt, fleece and outdoor showerproof jacket. We still have no changing areas at present so children will wear their kit for the day.Additional Information
Mandarin – P4 have been taking part in weekly, half hour Mandarin lesson every Wednesday morning. Ms Ling Sun has been providing introductory lessons over the term which the children are enjoying.
Diary dates:
Tuesday 30th November 2021 – St. Andrew’s Day Class Activity & Dunedin Consort
Monday 6th December 2021 – Christmas post box in place outside Mrs Caldwell’s office
Tuesday 7th December 2021 – Dunedin Consort Performance for P4 and P6
Monday 13th December 2021 – Gary Copeland Concert for P3 and P4, 2.15-3pm
Tuesday 14th December 2021 – Christmas Lunch / Carol Singing at the Horn, P3 and P4, 2.00-2.30pm
Thursday 16th December 2021 – P4 Christmas Party and Christmas Jumper Day
Friday 17th December 2021 – Christmas Assembly with Mr Duffin, HT Award and Dunedin Consort (Handel’s Messiah, Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh – details to be confirmed)
Thursday 23rd December 2021 – Monday 10th January 2022, Christmas Holidays
Tuesday 11th January 2022 – Pupils return
If you have any queries regarding homework or wish to discuss another aspect of your child’s education please contact Mrs Roy or myself by email:
J.watts@mgfl.net
S.roy@mgfl.net
Many thanks for your support,
Mrs Watts & Mrs Roy
