Category Archives: Parent Information: News

Universal Free Lunch Provision 22/23

You will be aware that the next phase of provision of universal free school lunches to primary 6 and 7 pupils was originally intended to begin from August 2022.  The Scottish Government have now confirmed this will be delayed. We will keep parents and carers up to date with the expansion of universal free school meals as we receive information from the Scottish Government.

Our new menu is now live for booking on ParentPay! Remember meals are free for pupils in P1-P5 and all special school pupils.  Book now for schools coming back in August – Family favourites such as chicken Kiev, pork sausage & mash. Or try dishes from around the world like our lamb kofta and 3 bean chili tacos!

https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/22283/edinburgh-catering-menu

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages


Rainbow Recovery – Support for Families affected by alcohol.

Rainboiw recovery have a family support session coming up at Tynecastle for those affected by an alcohol addiction close to them.

Details below.

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages


Anti Bullying Information Session for Parents and Carers in Edinburgh

Anti-Bullying Information Session for Parents & Carers in Edinburgh

Day/Date: Wednesday 1st June 2022

Timing: 6.30-7.30pm

Audience: Parents and carers – Edinburgh

Venue: Online Eventbrite

Cost: Free

About the event: Join us to find out more about what you can do to support children and young people affected by bullying. Organised by Edinburgh City Council in partnership with respectme, Scotland’s anti-bulling organisation. This session for parents and carers will help you to understand more about bullying and how to respond effectively whether it’s happening online or offline.

How to register: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/339885114527 – this link takes you to the registration page.

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages


ESOL Lessons- Learning English for Adults

Do you need help to learn English?

Edinburgh Council provides classes and support to learn for adults. Click the link below for information.

Audio version – https://www.eis.org.uk/Parents-Book/Audio

English for Speakers of Other Languages classes and support – The City of Edinburgh Council

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages


Overcoming Anxiety and Worry

Please click the below link for resources for parents and carers coping with children with anxiety and worry at home.

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages


Free Bike Schemes

There are 2 schemes we’d like to draw your attention to which can support your family in covering the cost of a bike for a child.

  1. Edinburgh City Council have launched Brake the Cycle which is a bike renovation scheme for community organisations, youth groups and schools. Pupils/families can apply online at  www.edinburgh.gov.uk/cycling-walking/brake-cycle/1
  1. The second is Bikes for Refugees which is aimed at asylum seekers or those who have been granted refugee status. An online application will need to be filled in using the following link visit www.bikesforrefugees.scot/new-scots/#request-a-bike. Once submitted they will add you to the waiting list (around 3 months for Edinburgh but is dependant upon the size of bike required matching the availability of bikes in stock.)

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages


The Cost of Having Fun at School- Report

Please Click the link below to read the report from the Child Poverty Action Group on problems with the cost of attending school and suggestions for dealing with these.

The Cost of Having Fun at School

If you need support to read this webpage or online letter via translation into an additional language please contact the translation service using this link https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/languages