North West Edinburgh News and Events
North West News Events_2020_10_08
Head Teacher Update 6/10/20
Dear Parent It has been a couple of weeks since my last update and things have continued to move quickly in the wrong direction with regard to the suppression of COVID-19 and the impact this is having on all of our lives. It may well be the case that this update is superseded by events […]
P7 Virtual Information Open Afternoon
It is at this time of the year that we, the staff at Forrester High School open our doors and invite the parents and young people looking to join us in the next school session, August 2021, to have a tour of the school, meet the staff and get an opportunity to see our school […]
UCAS Guide – applying to University
Please click on the link below to access an extremely useful resource for parents of students applying to University. The guide has been written by one of the Parent Council members at James Gillespie’s High School and they are happy to share for the benefit of others. UCAS Guide – getting into University, a guide […]
Head Teacher Update 18 September 2020
Dear Parent The first holiday of the term is upon us already, and staff and students are looking forward to a well-earned long weekend. There is no doubt that working in the way we are at the moment is exhausting and the energy levels are lower than we would normally see at this time of […]
S2-6 Student iPad Application Form – Round 3
Round 3 is now open for anyone in S2-6 who have not yet applied for a school iPad. If you don’t have one and would like to apply, please complete the application form using the link below. Please be aware, the form will close again on Tuesday 22nd September at 11.45pm to allow us to […]
Student Survey – Double Periods
We are asking all students to complete this short survey to give us some feedback on our double period timetables. This will allow us to gather opinion and see if there are issues arising which we might be able to learn from as we move forward. Thank you. Double Period Survey for Students
Back to School Tips – Additional Support Needs’ Focus
Back to School Tips – Additional Support Needs’ Focus If you have a child who is starting or returning to school this term you can find lots of helpful tips in the Building Resilience- Back to School tips and videos. Some tips have been adapted for children with additional support needs. Download these now from […]
School Reopening – Parental Communication 5 Aug 20
Dear Parent UPDATED PLANS FOR REOPENING SCHOOL TO STUDENTS ON 12TH AUGUST I hope that you and your families are well and that you have managed to enjoy the summer, despite the poor weather. Of course, this is about to improve just as schools are due to start back. We have now received confirmation from […]
Re-Coursing of Subjects/Levels
Dear Students There will be an opportunity next week to discuss any changes to courses/subjects/levels that you might require following SQA exam results. Please come to the school office (front entrance) between 9am and 12 noon on Tuesday 11th August. You will be given a numbered ticket at the front office and shown to a […]