School Updates

Dear Parents/Carers,

Assembly

Today we introduced Black History Month and why it is significant for us then and today. We also sang and celebrated all our achievements.

EPIC (P6)

Half of our P6 cohort spent two exciting days and one night at Bonaly Camp on Wednesday and Thursday this week.  We had an amazing time learning new skills outdoors.  The children learned how to use steel and flint to make a fire safely, they climbed and built confidence, they learned how to use teamwork to get across a series of low ropes and obstacles, and they navigated climbing through a river.

The children all were a credit to Bruntsfield and to their family.  Looking forward to cohort 2 going next week.

P3 Show

We held our Annual P3 Harvest Show in Bruntsfield this morning (Friday).  The children performed brilliantly and it was a fantastic show as usual!  We hosted the charity ‘Social Bite’ who thanked all our generous families who donated foodstuff for people in our community less fortunate than ourselves.

Many thanks to all the P3 Staff Team including our staff who don’t normally work a Friday.  Everyone ensured the children did so well and had the best experience.

Cauliflower Cards

Each year we ask children to create a Holiday design that parents have the option to purchase cards and other items which will have this design on them. We acknowledge not all families celebrate Christmas, therefore many pupils are given the option to identify another holiday to design for. You will receive your child’s design attached to a form home over the next week. Please read the form carefully. If you choose to make a purchase or not, please send this back to school as soon as possible and no later than 20th October.

This is a fundraising project raising money for Primary 7 yearbooks.

School lunches

Please remember to book school lunches for after the October break by 10pm on Wednesday 7th October.  This is to enable our catering staff to order the required food prior to the October break. Lunches can be booked up to 60 days in advance, so we recommend doing this.

October Break

Just a reminder that we close for the October Break next Friday 9^th October at the usual time.  We return on Tuesday 20^th October.

Parenting Support

Make it Yourself Festival

Make It Yourself is a five day celebration of DIY culture, creativity and community running 14th–18th October at Pianodrome Bruntsfield, Edinburgh’s extraordinary amphitheatre built entirely from rescued pianos, just around the corner at St Oswald’s Centre, 41 Montpelier Park EH10 4NB.

We have a brilliant range of free and ticketed hands-on workshops perfect for families including:

• Making Faces: make your own piano-part character and join a theatrical parade. All ages.
• Ornament Action: transform piano parts into playful creations to take home. Ages 8+, free drop in.
• Stranger Strings: build your own stringed instrument and perform it live. Ages 11+.
• Gadget Dissection: take apart a gadget and turn every piece into a framed artwork. Ages 12+.
• Joyful Urkestra: inclusive music-making for children using improvisation and storytelling.

Open 10am – 6pm every day. Free entry with ticketed workshops available to book in advance.Full programme and booking at www.pianodrome.org/makeityourself

Flotilla of Lights

It’s that time of the year again! The Lowland Canals Association (LCA) is making final preparations for the much-anticipated Flotilla of Lights on the Union Canal in Edinburgh.

This magical event has become a cherished tradition in our community, eagerly awaited by boaters and the public alike. As in previous years, we are reaching out to local schools and community groups to invite everyone to take part in what promises to be a spectacular celebration.

🗓 Date: Saturday, 7th November 2026
📍 Start Location: Harrison Park
⏰ Start Time: 18:30
🛶 Route: Eastward along the canal, ending at Edinburgh Quay

The flotilla of beautifully lit boats will create a dazzling display, which will be visible for about 45 minutes from any spot along the canal between the first and last boat. The first boat is expected to reach the Leamington Lift Bridge around 19:00, and the last by approximately 19:45.

To help everyone enjoy the event safely and comfortably, we encourage the public to spread out evenly along the towpath between Harrison Park and the Leamington Lift Bridge. The display will be equally impressive from all viewing points!

We invite attendees to bring lanterns or candles to light up the towpath and help create a truly magical atmosphere. To add to the fun, we’ll be handing out treats to those who bring a lit up lantern!

Creating your own lantern can be a fun workshop activity, especially for children. We’ve attached a printable lantern template (A4 size) that you’re welcome to use.

Edinburgh Warriors Basketball

The West Edinburgh Warriors October Primary Basketball Camp will run at Tynecastle High School on Tuesday 13 October and Thursday 15 October, details and booking links can be found: https://westedinburghwarriors.com/holiday-camps/   

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley

Assembly

This week we celebrated the European Languages Day.  We also launched Dyslexia Awareness Day.  The Rights Respecters shared the Right of the Month – Article 24 – You have the Right to clean water, healthy food, a clean environment and good healthcare.  We also did our usual Certificates and Class of the Week.

Bruntsfield Maths Week Scotland

Big thank you to Mrs Davidson, Mr Leung and P7 Staff and Pupils for a fantastic Maths Week Scotland Event! We hosted a Maths and Numeracy Fair in the Hall with the Problems planned and designed by the P7 children. Every child had the most amazing time and enjoyed celebrating the achievements of each other. So many children were so proud of the stickers they were awarded. It was all delivered equitably and everyone had the same wonderful experience.

EPIC

P5 had a fantastic two extended days in Bonaly this week. Activities included hill walking, archery, rope walking to name a few. Big thank you to Mrs McLachlan and the rest of the P5 Team for all the planning, organisation and support they gave during this time.  Looking forward to the P6 trips over the coming fortnight.

Harvest Festival

P2/3, 3A and 3B have decided to organise a food collection for a local charity called Social Bite as part of their learning about the Harvest Festival. They would love the help of the rest of the school and their families to gather as many food items as possible. 

If you can help, then please send any donations to the class teachers and a member of the Harvest Team will collect them on Thursday 1^st of October.

Items Social Bite would appreciate are:

Tinned meat/ fish/ fruit/ potatoes and vegetables.

Curry/ pasta/ jars of sauces

Tinned custard/ rice pudding

Squash

Long life milk etc…

Many thanks from the P2/3, P3A and P3B team! 

Supporting Young People’s Mental Health

Supporting Young People Who Self Harm – Practical Support for Parents and Carers Delivered by Penumbra (For parents of teenagers and pre-teens)

This session will support parents and carers to understand:

• What is self-harm
• How do people self-harm
• Functions of self-harm
• Start conversations about self-harm
• Find out more about resources and support available 

Goodtrees Neighbourhood Centre 5 Moredunvale Place EH17 7LB Monday 5th October 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Other sessions are taking place at

• Wester Hailes Library 1 Westside Plaza EH14 2ST Monday 22nd February 5.30pm – 6.30pm
• Orchard Brae House 3rd Floor Suite 4 30 Queensferry Road EH4 2HS Thursday 1st April 6-7pm

To find out more

They are adding more sessions all the time. Find out what other sessions they are running at www.edinburgh.gov.uk/bitesize-familysupport

Community based Seasons for Growth parent and carer programme

  The programme supports parents and carers to.

• Learn about how children and young people respond to change, loss and grief.
• Understand that it is normal to have a range of grief reactions.
• Explore new approaches to change, loss, and grief in the lives of their children.
• Build communication, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Participate in a supportive and caring network of adults.
• Integrate new learning into family relationships.
• Consider the importance of self-care.

The programme offers an informal learning space where parents and carers can reflect on their relationships, share with other parents and carers and learn strategies they can use at home.

Could I ask that you please share with your parents and carers or with colleagues who support families who may benefit from attending.

Courses will run at.

Tollcross Community Centre, 117 Fountainbridge, EH3 9QG – 29^th October, 5^th and12^th November 2026 6.15pm-8.15pm

Gate 55, 55 Sighthill Road, EH11 4PB, 6^th/13^th and 20^th November 2026 9.45am-11.45am

Valley Park Community Centre, 37 Southhouse Road, EH17 8EU, 13^th/20^th and 27^th November 2026 9.45am-11.45am

Spartans Community Foundation, 94 Pilton Drive, EH5 2HF, 19^th/26^th November and 3^rd Dec December 2026, 6.15pm-8.15pm

Booking can made here Seasons for Growth parent and carer programme  – Fill in form

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley

Assembly

We started our assembly as a whole school to say thank you and good luck to Mrs Wosu who is leaving for a new job in St George’s School.

Our two themes were the launches of Maths Week and Fairtrade Fortnight. Our Class of the Week was P7C.

Primary One Open Day 2026

If you have a child who will be starting school in August 2027 then please come to our school Open Day! We look forward to welcoming you from 9:15-10:15am and 1:45pm – 2:45pm.

Knife Angel

Edinburgh Open Workshop

On Saturday 26 September, from 11am–4pm, we’ll be opening up the workshop for a free day of making, demonstrations and hands-on activities for all ages.  Visitors can explore our workshops, see live demonstrations and discover everything from woodworking and metalwork to textiles and digital fabrication.For younger visitors, TinkerTown will be taking over the yard with a hands-on building activity, giving children the chance to experiment, create and construct using scrap materials. We’ll also be joined by sewing volunteers from Edinburgh Street Stitchers and SHRUB Coop, who will be running a drop-in garment repair workshop. Visitors can bring along clothes in need of repair and learn practical hand-sewing and mending skills, with materials and equipment provided.

Edinburgh Open Workshop, Doors Open Day
Saturday 26 September 2026
11am–4pm
Edinburgh Open Workshop, Leith
Free entry – everyone welcome

Wellington Boots Call

Attention P1 Parents!

Just a quick reminder for parents who wish to pre-order copies of our ‘First Class’ souvenir edition, featuring P1 class photographs from schools in the local area which is coming up fast! The final order deadline is 22nd September 2026 before 11.30pm on our Eventbrite site, or 4.30pm via our phone line on 0330 403 3004. Full order details are a previous email.

Enriching Play Course

Playbase1: Enriching Play – a course for parents and carers of children aged 2 – 5 years. The course is accredited by Edinburgh College at SCQF level 4 and all participants will be registered as students at Edinburgh College. Delivery will take place at Edinburgh College Granton Campus, commencing on Friday 23 October, from 10am – 12pm.

To apply, parents and carers are required to complete the Enriching Play application 

Applicants will be notified of the outcome by Friday 16 October 2026.

Beavers and Cubs

Come along to 100th Pentland Beavers and Cubs! Experience exciting, adventurous, outdoor opportunities that joining Beavers or Cubs provides. We have spaces for children aged 6-10 – around P1 to P5. https://sites.google.com/100thpentland.org.uk/home/ explains more about the groups, when and where they meet, including contact details and how to sign up.

Raring to Go!

Please find the Raring2go! Autumn edition below…

CLICK HERE FOR LINK

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley

Assembly

We had a whole school assembly today (Friday) celebrating and sharing our wonderful Class Charters.  Each class showed off their display on the big screen and talked about why they chose the pictures and UNCRC Rights to represent their class and set their unique ethos.  P1 and P2 sat and listened very well.

Achievements

We are regularly informed of new achievements by our talented children every day.  Please do send in an email to me and we can share these via the HT Update every week.

Staffing

Our new Pupil Support Officer (PSO) Katie Brennan has started this week.  It will take a couple of weeks to find her feet.  You will get a chance to meet her next Tuesday at Meet the Teacher.

Meet the Teacher (Tuesday 8^th September) – Reminder

P1 – 3.45pm – 4.45pm

P2-P7 – 4pm – 5pm

Headteacher talks at 4pm and 4.30pm in the Hall. This is an opportunity to for you to meet you child’s teacher and also explore the classroom. Teacher’s won’t be able to provide progress update at this stage.

Do you need help or advice?

We have a discreet email address which is only accessed by Mr. Gilhooley and Mrs Nicol.  If you need any help with replacement uniform, paying for trips or clubs or have any questions at all, please contact the following email address anytime: Family@bruntsfield.edin.sch.uk

Violin tuition

Unfortunately, our visiting violin teacher has experienced a bereavement in the family and will be absent short term.  We will be in contact when she notifies us of her return.

Supporting Young People’s Mental Health

 The Teenage Brain (for parents and carers of pre-teens and teenagers)

Sessions are delivered by Andrena Graham and Jill Coleman, Parent and Carer Support Development Officer.

 What’s going on in that head of yours?

 The teenage years bring big changes for young people and their parents and carers. This session explores how brain development influences behaviour and offers practical tips to help parents and carers understand, support, and empower their young people to thrive. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and find out more about the wide range of supports that are available to support you and your child.

• Venue: Fountainbridge Library 137 Dundee Street EH11 1BG

Date: Monday 7th September

Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm

• Venue: Portobello Library 14 Rosefield Avenue EH15 1AU

Date: Tuesday 27th March

Time: 5.30pm -6.30pm

 To find out more

We’re adding more courses all the time. Find out what other sessions we’re running at www.edinburgh.gov.uk/bitesize-familysupport

Assembly

The focus of Friday’s assembly was Global Goals and Metaskills. A refresher on what they are and how they can help us in our lives and learning.  We had time to showcase some of the musical talent we have in our school currently. We also had lots of certificate winners.

School Improvement 2026-2027

Following our evaluations from last session, we have identified two overarching themes this session in our Improvement Plan for 2026-2027.

1. Continue to improve learning and teaching to ensure consistency, quality of experience and improve outcomes for all learners.

Our outcomes:

• Staff become skilled in the Edinburgh Pupil Tracking Online Tool to analyse data confidently.
• Staff can use data and evidence to evaluate learning and teaching more accurately and identify next steps in learning.
• Continue to embed our new writing programme, ‘The Write Stuff’.  Plan well and celebrate success with our learners.
• Learners experience greater consistency in expectations, support, challenge, feedback and opportunities to lead and share learning.

2. Children and Young People take responsibility for their own learning and progress.  Improve skills to lead learning and others.

Outcomes:

• Pupils have increased opportunities to discuss progress with their teacher.
• Reflective learning walks with Pupil Council and feedback shared.
• Learner Conversations with Senior Leadership Team at different times of the year.
• Pupils consulted and involved in playground plans.
• Pupils regularly involved in IDL, planning and next steps in learning.
• Rights Respecters continue to promote awareness of Global Goals and all issues relating to democracy, citizenship and critical/independent thinking.

Meet the Teacher – Tuesday 8^th September (4pm – 5pm)

Come along and meet the new class teacher, look around the classroom and find out what your child will be learning this session.  Mr. Gilhooley will host two curriculum and whole school updates in the School Hall lasting 15 minutes each.  One at 4pm and one at 4.30pm.

P1A and P1B Meet The Teacher 3:45pm – 4:30pm. A presentation from the Class Teacher on everything you need to know as a new P1 parent (no creche facility).

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley

Key dates for your diary

Edinburgh Hockey Club

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley

Assembly

We celebrated our win at the Saroj Lal Equality and Excellence in Diversity Awards with Nika our P5 winner.

Our theme this week was our value of Perseverance.  We watched the Brownlee Brothers helping one another over the line during a race.  The Class of the Week was P6C.

A group of P7 pupils across the classes attended the Edinburgh and Lothians Schools Film Awards Final event on Tuesday. From over 70 films, their film Hot Ticket was shortlisted in 3 categories: Visuals, Performance and Sound. They found success in the Sound category, being recognised for the diaglogue, music and voice overs. Well done!

Classes for next year

P1A – Mrs McDonald

P1B – Mrs Moreno

P2A – Mrs Dobie and Mrs Armit

P2B – Mrs McFarlane

P2/3 – Mrs Howl (Mon-Tues) and Mrs Bowes (Wed-Fri)

P3A – Miss Westland

P3B – Ms Crow (Mon-Tues) and Mrs Y Thomson (Wed-Fri)

P4A – Mrs Wright (Mon-Tues) and Mrs Davison (Wed-Fri)

P4B – Mrs A Thomson

P4C – Mrs English

P5A – Mrs Knust (Mon) and Mrs McLachlan (Tues-Fri)

P5B – Ms Doig

P5C – Mr Kane

P6A – Mrs Fudge

P6B – Mrs Calhoun (Mon-Thurs) and tbc (Fri)

P6C – Miss Crutchley

P7A – Miss Griffiths

P7B – Mrs McBain

P7C – Miss McKenna

Support for Learning – Mrs Johnson and Mrs Bell

Sustainability/Creativity – Mrs Foley

Physical Education – Mrs Knust

Last day of term (Friday 26^th June)

We are very lucky that 3 of our P7 pupils, Axel, Oscar and Jack have volunteered to pipe their P7 peers out of school.  This year we will take the same route through school, but this year they will lead the P7 to the back playground adjacent to the Old Community Nursery building.  This will give more space for parents and 130 children to chat before heading home.  All P7 families should make their way to this area for 12pm.

Medicine

To ensure a secure and safe handover, could all parents with children who take medicine at school collect it from their teacher?  Teachers will be in the playground at the beginning and end of day.

Jumper Swap

A reminder that you’re invited to swap your school jumpers for a size up all next week, by hanging them on the railings outside school. Children can be uniform-free next week, to facilitate the washing/swapping!’

School Lunches for Next Term (Starting August 2026)

The new primary school lunch menu is now live and available to book on ParentPay! Before booking, you can review the official City of Edinburgh Council links below:

• 🍽️ Full Lunch Menu – https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/39910/cec-primary-school-menu-2026-27
• ⚠️ Allergen Information – https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/39909/cec-primary-allergens-2026-27
• 🥦 Nutritional Information – https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/39911/cec-primary-school-nutrition-2026-27

Booking Deadlines

• You can book meals up to 60 days in advance.
• Bookings must be placed by 10pm on Wednesdays for the following week.

Cost & Financial Support

• P1 to P5: Lunches remain completely free.
• P6 and P7: Lunches cost £2.65 per day.
• Support for Families: If you are on a low income, you may be eligible for financial help with lunches, milk, and school uniform costs. You can apply for school grants here.
• Milk Payments for August 2026 to Jun 2027 (for P1-P6 Parents)
  The milk payments for the next school year will be termly, these 3 payments are now available to pay via ParentPay.  The daily charge to be applied from August 2026 remains at 24p per 189ml carton. This equates to £45.60 for the full academic year or £20.64 for Term 1, £13.44 for Term 2 and £11.52 for Term 3.  The closing date to pay for Term 1 Milk will be Friday 7th August, reminders for closing dates for Term 2 and Term 3 will be sent nearer the time. You can either pay all 3 payments now if you know your child will want milk for the full year or pay each term.

Bruntsfield After School Clubs

Just a reminder that there will be no clubs running next week, as it is the final week of the school term. A small number of individual classes have been rescheduled, and the parents of those students will be contacted separately. Wishing everyone a wonderful summer holiday. Kind regards, PC Clubs Team

Recognition of P7 Football Coaches

Boys

The current P7 boys football team began its journey when the players were in Primary 3. Led by Tim Peace and assisted by David Redpath. 

The boys joined the City of Edinburgh Council seven-a-side fixtures in Primary 4- and over the next four years, a dedicated group of volunteer coaches gave their time, energy and enthusiasm to support the team. Alongside Tim and David, Barnes Darcus, Dominic Harrison, Murray Littlewood, Basil Reid Thomas, Gordon Syme, Chris Watts and Steven West all played important roles in helping the boys develop both as footballers and teammates.

The boys thoroughly enjoyed their Saturday morning matches at Harrison Park and venues across the city. Local derbies against James Gillespie’s and South Morningside produced many unforgettable moments, while encounters with the ever-impressive Buckstone side became some of their most memorable challenges.

In Primary 7, the squad welcomed a number of new players, allowing the school to field two teams on Saturday mornings for the first time. This growth highlighted the importance of having a committed and enthusiastic coaching team supporting the programme.

The team enjoyed notable success in Primary 7, progressing to the second round of the Inspectors Cup. Victories over Fox Covert and Wardie in the opening round were followed by an impressive win over Corstorphine in round two.  While results and trophies are part of the story, the lasting legacy of this group lies in the friendships formed, the confidence built and the countless memories created over five years of football together.

Tim, David and all of the volunteer coaches have given up countless weekends and evenings to provide opportunities for the children to play, compete, develop and enjoy the game. Their dedication, generosity and commitment have made a lasting difference to the lives of many young people, and Bruntsfield Primary School is immensely grateful for everything they have contributed.

Girls

As we approach the end of the school year, I wanted to take the opportunity to recognise three outstanding volunteers who will be leaving the Bruntsfield Primary girls’ football programme this summer: Anna Forsyth, Lisa Thompson, and Bobby Seiler.

Between them, they have dedicated more than five years of their time, energy and enthusiasm to creating a football programme that is welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable for every child involved. They have given up countless weekends coaching, spent evenings planning sessions and organising activities, and have always gone above and beyond to provide memorable experiences for our girls.

During their time with the programme, they have helped lead teams to the semi-finals of the EPSSA Cup, the final of the Sciennes Tournament, and enabled players to enjoy unforgettable opportunities such as walking out of the tunnel at Easter Road. They also played a key role in launching the Bruntsfield Cup, which has quickly become a highlight of the school sporting calendar.

Lisa Thompson, our lead coach, has been instrumental in fostering a strong sporting culture around girls’ football at Bruntsfield. Whether welcoming children with a smile, wiping away tears after a difficult result, offering words of encouragement, or celebrating success, Lisa has always ensured that every child felt valued, supported and included.

Bobby Seiler has worked tirelessly to develop the girls’ confidence, encourage them to play “the Bruntsfield Way”, and support their growth both as footballers and as young people. Many of our current P7 girls have been involved with the programme since Primary 2, and the fact that so many have continued their football journey is a testament to the fun, inclusive and supportive environment that Bobby and Lisa have created together.

Their dedication has helped build something special. Thanks to their years of hard work and sacrifice, many of these girls will continue playing football as they move on to secondary school, taking with them not only football skills but also confidence, friendships and lasting memories.

A special mention must also go to Anna Forsyth, who has coordinated the girls’ football programme since 2021. While coaches are often the visible face of a programme, Anna has been the driving force behind so much of what happens behind the scenes. She has devoted countless hours to organising strips, goals and equipment, coordinating PVG checks and winter lets, managing competition registrations, supporting fundraising activities, organising coach gifts, running boot sales and bake sales, and, of course, helping establish and grow the Bruntsfield Cup. Anna has always been there to support coaches, offer advice, lend a helping hand and cheer on the girls from the sidelines. Her commitment, organisation and enthusiasm have been fundamental to the programme’s success. As she hands over the reins this summer, she leaves the girls’ football programme in a far stronger position than she found it.

On behalf of the players, coaches, parents and wider school community, thank you, Anna, Lisa and Bobby. Your dedication, kindness and commitment have enriched the lives of our departing P7 children, and your contribution to girls’ football at Bruntsfield will not be forgotten.

Message from the Filmhouse (Lothian Road)

We are approaching our first birthday weekend at the start of the summer holidays, and we have a weekend of low-cost family activities planned!

On the mornings of Saturday 27^th and Sunday 28^th June, we will be playing birthday party games in our café-bar space from 10am-11am. This is free and unticketed – all are welcome!  At 11am, we will be showing a family film (at the reduced cost of £6 per ticket for both adults and children). On Saturday, this will be the popular Dog Man (U) and on Sunday this will be much-loved Fantastic Mr Fox (PG).  After the films, we are inviting families to join us for some free easy crafting to celebrate the birthday in our workshop space, and for colouring-in in the café- bar  We would love to welcome lots of families over the weekend to join in our celebrations and would so appreciate this being shared with your school communities – whether Filmhouse is a familiar or new place, we’d love to welcome you!  Films can be booked in advance through our website here or at box office, and the games and crafts are drop-in and free!

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley

Dear Parents/Carers,

Assembly 

We celebrated World Ocean Day and considered the vital role the oceans play in our daily lives. Leamington won the House Cup for May!

Bake Sale

Our Bake Sale raised just over £1000 for books in the school. A huge thank you to those who donated baking. A massive thank you too to Lina one of our parents, who was central to this success.

Scottish Veterans Alliance

Scotland’s Veterans Wellbeing Alliance and the Centre for Military Research, Education, and Public Engagement are hosting a celebration for the Armed Forces Community on 20th June 2026 (12pm – 4pm). There’ll be loads of fun activities to get involved in. From arts and crafts, wellness workshops, a treasure hunt for children young and old, a dog show and talent competition, pipes and drums, mocktail making, virtual reality and cake. The history of the site at Craiglockhart Campus is preserved in the War Poets Library, which will also be open for you to have a look round.

Summer Holiday Bike Camps

Summer Holiday bike camps still have spaces, so please see the booking/ information link. We start and finish on the Meadows. Favourite routes include to Portobello beach for an ice cream, Musselburgh BMX track and even over the Forth Bridge to Fife! Summer Bike Camp form: https://forms.gle/M946P4WdbphpRVdJA

Kind regards  

Stephen Gilhooley 

Assembly

On Monday we talked about anxiety and stress and the strategies we can use to cope with these issues. We shared our achievements, celebrated birthdays and congratulated our certificate winners.  Class of the Week was P7A.

Achievement

Congratulations to Ralphie, Max W, Odin (P7D) who wrote a short movie called “Hot Ticket” which their teacher submitted on their behalf to Edinburgh & Lothians Schools Film Competition. Their movie, which features themselves, supporting actors (P7 pupils) and the local community, has been selected by a Youth Jury to feature in the final competition on the 15th of June at a nearby cinema! Well done to all pupils (and a parent cameo) involved!

Summer Fair

The Summer Fair was great fun.  We raised a lot of money for our school on a wonderful Saturday afternoon.  Many thanks to our Events Committee and the people who volunteered on the day.  The success of the day was down to our fantastic Bruntsfield Community and teamwork.

Lagganlia

I will be leading our first P7 group residential adventure to Lagganlia all week next week.  We are looking forward to an amazing 5 days.  Ms Lamond, Mrs Nicol and Mrs Dobie will be available to support in any way while I’m away.

The Bruntsfield Cup – Girls Football Tournament

It’s just over a week until we host our second Bruntsfield Cup on Saturday 6th June from 9am- 12.30pm at Harrison park.  This year we expect over 400 children, 39 teams and 10 schools to come along. The full schedule can be found below – 

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Sport and Physical Activity SummerProgramme

The Sport and Physical Activity Summer Programme is the perfect way for children to stay active, build confidence, and have fun during the holidays. With low-cost sessions, experienced coaches, and a friendly environment, participants can enjoy learning new skills, making friends, and taking part in exciting activities. The attached flyer includes links to our Football, Tennis and ASN (Assisted Special Needs) summer activities.

Kind regards,

Stephen Gilhooley