Heads News 8 Jan 2021 - 8th Jan, 2021

Parents, Carers, Pupils and Families, We have been adapting, planning and organising over the last few days. As ever with the pandemic the pace is frantic and challenging. We will keep you updated as matters develop, for now some key points to take us into next week; Online learning update Assembly Monday morning Mr Irving, […]

New Term update 5 Jan 2021 - 5th Jan, 2021

We hope that during the break our young people and families were able to enjoy the white Christmas Edinburgh had, albeit within restrictions that are a challenge for all. As you will know, Nicola Sturgeon, First Minister for Scotland has announced further restrictions with a clear message of ‘stay at home’ for all if at […]

End of term update 22 Dec 2020 - 22nd Dec, 2020

The weekend has clearly brought some news that we are all having to adapt to. Once again highlighting the need to continue to work against this virus and take any steps we need to keep safe. Key points; Changed School Dates The Scottish Govt have announced a change to the school dates as you will […]

Head’s News 18 Dec 2020 - 18th Dec, 2020

The final full week of 2020 in Schools is complete and although it has certainly not felt the same as usual there have been some festive events. Some key points below; Christmas themes We have been involved in leading, organising and delivering food parcels to various community hubs to show our support for families in […]

Head’s News 11 Dec 2020 - 11th Dec, 2020

As we enter the final full week next week in School it has been busy with developments and updates at School, Edinburgh and National level. Some key points to help keep you informed; Dates – Letter from Council School will continue until 12 midday on Tuesday 22nd December. Attached (above) is a letter from Cllr […]

Head’s News 4 Dec 2020 - 4th Dec, 2020

As time flies by, 3 weeks today is Christmas day but we have lots to complete and continue before the well-earned break. Some key points of info; Dates As per the Scottish Govt update, school term dates will remain as planned. For Edinburgh we finish at 12 midday on Tuesday 22nd December 2020. Our Parent […]

Head’s News 27 Nov 2020 - 27th Nov, 2020

As we enter December next week here are some key updates for below; Set the clock! A reminder we start at 8.30am for all pupils. Please work to meet this time and arrive ‘for’ 8.30am as we cannot let pupils in earlier than this due to Covid restrictions. Thank you. Fogging deep clean We are […]

Head’s News 20 Nov 2020 - 20th Nov, 2020

This week has seen further announcements on various levels across Scotland, Edinburgh as we know remains in level 3 with the restrictions associated to that level. From a school perspective we have continued to progress in many aspects where we can virtually or in person. Key points below; Infection Control Steps We continue to have […]

Head’s News 13 Nov 2020 - 13th Nov, 2020

A week with some positives as early news of steps regarding a vaccine emerge and a wonderful night for the country as the National Football Team qualify for next year. The expectation of 22yrs makes this significant, but compounding that is the fact we can now look forward to this event as a country in […]

Head’s News 6 Oct 2020 - 6th Nov, 2020

Another busy week at Leith Academy as we progress through November. Some key points of information for this week; Parents’ Eve Thank you to all Staff and Parents who contributed to making this a largely positive experience. Throughout Covid we have boldly embraced new ways of working. Our sole aim was to provide some form […]