Head Teacher’s Update

Achievements

  • Well done to Alexander L (P6C) who has received an excellent report in his second year of the Software Academy.
  • Congratulations to Charlotte D (P4A) who was the mascot for the big Women’s Rugby International in Murrayfield last week.
  • Olivia Lin P7 is the 2026 under 12 years Edinburgh & Lothian Highland Dancing Champion. This is a massive achievement! Brilliant!
  • Diving – Congratulations to Arthur (P2A); Tomek (P4A); Jan (P5A); Matteo (P5A); Elodie (P5B); Lucy (P5B) and Cora (P5C) who have all been selected to progress to Phase 3 of the Edinburgh Diving Programme. Outstanding!

Tempest Class Photos

School class photos are taking place next Wednesday. To help the children look their best, we would appreciate them arriving in school uniform. While a branded school jumper is preferred for the photograph, a plain jumper in the school’s colour is fine. We also have a selection of pre-loved branded jumpers available at the office; children are welcome to pop in and collect one if we have their size available.

Bruntsfield Primary School Ceilidh. 

This Saturday (25th April) 5pm-7pm in the Upper Hall.  Still tickets available.  See Parent Council Website for details.

Promotional poster for a ceilidh event at Bruntsfield Primary School, featuring details about tickets and the event date.

Charity Football

A team of Bruntsfield Dads will be taking on a team from Eskbank for Charity in a fun football 11 a side match on Saturday 25th April at Dalkeith Campus.  Wish us luck!

Back on Track

Back on Track has been supporting the South East Edinburgh Community for over four years. This event is an opportunity to reflect on the work and look ahead to what’s next. (see attachment).

Promotional flyer for an event titled 'Looking Forward' by Back on Track, detailing community support services.

Come and Sing!

St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in Edinburgh are hosting a Children’s Come and Sing event on Friday 19th June for children in P3-P7. The afternoon will start at 2pm with an informal performance for parents at 4pm. A link to the form for parents to sign up is available below. 

https://www.cathedral.net/event-details-registration/childrens-come-and-sing-st-marys-2

Morningside Youth Choir

Morningside Youth Choir is a not-for-profit weekly term time youth choir aimed at P6-S3 and starts on Friday 4th September at Morningside Parish Church. It is not affiliated to the church.

Promotional poster for Morningside Youth Choir, inviting students from P6 to S3 to join. No experience needed. Rehearsals on Fridays from 5-6pm, starting 4th September at Morningside Parish Church. Includes QR code and contact email.

100th Pentland Beavers and Scouts

Is your child looking for adventure, new friendships, and the chance to learn skills that last a lifetime? Scouts is the perfect place to get involved!  Whether they’re curious about the outdoors, want to develop leadership skills, or just have fun with others their age, there’s something in Scouting for them. 100th Pentland offer incredible experiences for both boys and girls at our Beavers (6-8 yrs) and Cubs (8-10.5 yrs). Both sections meet on a Friday evening in the Bruntsfield/Polwarth area and deliver exciting and high-quality balanced programmes for children. 

 We are also looking for enthusiastic adult volunteers to join our leader teams so that we can continue to deliver amazing experiences to our Beavers and Cubs. You’ll gain valuable skills, meet new people, and be part of a supportive community, all while making a lasting impact. 

 For more information about joining the Beavers or Cubs at the 100th Pentland, or about getting involved as an adult volunteer, please email neil.hogg@100thpentland.org.uk 

House of Hormones – Thursday 14 May, 5:30-7pm, online

Join Parenting Across Scotland and Cyrenians Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution as they delve into the issues households can face when generations within a family enter puberty and perimenopause at the same time. Joined by Lyndsay Harrison, General Nurse Practitioner and founder of Workplace Menopause Support, we’ll break down what’s going on in perimenopausal and teenage bodies and brains – and how to return the House of Hormones to peace.  For more details and to sign up, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-hormones-tickets-1985575742496?aff=oddtdtcreator

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley