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Castlebrae Community High School

         Targeted Support Study 2021 Please see attached Targeted Support Study 2021 this information has been posted on the senior Teams page.  Office staff will send individual reminder texts to pupils' parents or carers the day before their support session(s). Pupils must wear a face covering and sanitise when entering the school building.Pupils will be …

HPV vaccinations – consent forms to be returned to school by 31 March

Every S1/ S2 pupil, regardless of gender, is eligible for the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for free. We will be offering HPV vaccination to all S1 and S2 pupils, and eligible girls in S3-S6 who have still to complete the course, at Castlebrae Community High School.Information packs have been posted/handed out to parents.  Please ensure that …

Public Health Parent Letter

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Alternate Certification Parent Letter

Dear Parents and Carers,Alternative Certification Model for the Senior PhaseAs you may already know, the Scottish Government confirmed that National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher exams will not go ahead in the 2020-2021 school session. Instead of exams, teachers will assess in schools in line with the Scottish Qualification Agency’s (SQA) guidance. This is called …

Castlebrae Community High School S3-5 Learner Pathways – Senior Course Choice

S3-5 PARENTS/ CARERS PLEASE READ: Please take time to discuss the attached Course Choice form with your Child. Pupil Support Leaders will be posting appointments for pupils on the S3 and Senior Registration TEAMS tomorrow am. These appointments will take place between the 29th of March to the 2nd of April . Master-Pathways-form-2021-22-5Download Instructions: Please …

COVID Home Testing Information and Consent

24/03/2021 COVID-19 asymptomatic testing programme for school/ELC staff and pupils Dear Parent/Guardian, I am writing to let you know about the new Schools/ELC Asymptomatic Testing Programme, which is being put in place as part of the package of COVID-19 risk reduction mitigations in schools across Scotland, and to give you more information about how the …

Ramadan

Dear Parent/Carer, RAMADAN 2021 We would like to wish all our Muslim families well for the important time of Ramadan which will begin around 13th /14th April.  As a school, we would like to support your child and family during this special time. Fasting: if your child will be fasting for all or part of …

S1- S6 information for phased return on the week of the 15th of March.

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Return to school

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Return to School

Dear Parent/Carer The Scottish Government announced this week that, unless circumstances change, the next phase of the reopening of education settings will begin on Monday 15 March. Primary schools already have P1-3 children back in school and, from 15 March, all P4-7 pupils will return.  Arrangements for key workers and vulnerable children in primary schools will …

Equalities at Castlebrae Community High School

Dear Parent/Carer, Castlebrae Community High School is a Rights Respecting School and a learning community that values equality and diversity. Already in the last few months we have celebrated Black History Month in October and LGBTQ+ History Month in February. Along with all other schools in Edinburgh we are working hard to improve all equalities …

Positive COVID 19 case at CCHS

Dear Parent/Carer Message from Norma Prentice Head Teacher Castlebrae Community High School and NHS Lothian We are aware of a person in the school who has tested positive for COVID-19. We understand that this is a worrying time but would like to reassure you that we are working closely with NHS Lothian Health Protection Team and …

Privacy Notice for Parents/Guardians of Senior Pupils

This is only applicable to senior pupils who have been timetabled to attend the school building for practical subjects. More information on individual timetables to follow. If you have any questions please contact the school office on 0131 661 1282 or email admin@castlebrae.edin.sch.uk 19 February 2021   Privacy Notice for LFD at Home Testing: Secondary …

Senior Parents Evening

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February Break

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LGBTQ+ History Month 2021 #LGBTHM21

Throughout February, we celebrate LGBT History Month. This years theme is 'Unsung' and more information can be found here: LGBT History Month | Home Castlebrae Community High School celebrates and welcomes diversity and we aim to be an inclusive community which recognises the potential, talents and contributions of all people regardless of age, disability, gender, …

Week 4 Home Learning Timetables

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Holocaust Memorial Day 2021

As a school and community, we support Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) on 27th January to remember the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust, alongside the millions of other people killed under Nazi Persecution and in genocides that followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. 27th January marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi death camp. Please find our …

Week 3 Home learning Timetables

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SQA Information

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S1-6 Home Learning – week 2 timetables

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CCHS Blended Learning parent / carer letter 2021

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CCHS Mini School parent/carer letter 2021

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Parental Letter October 2020

Please read the document below for important updates and information regarding school policy / behaviour / COVID safety measures. october-2020-parental-letter-phones_Download Dear Parent / Carer Important updates and information regarding school policy / behaviour / COVID safety measures. As we have progressed through this academic session, we have been discussing our approach to key issues in …

Parent Info – Blended Learning

Please find a document that explains how your child can access learning at home if they are self-isolating or are absent for a lengthy period of time. parent-info-blended-learning-1Download

Black History Month 2020

October is Black History Month UK - a month dedicated to recognising and celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black British people to every area of British life. On Tuesday, our school held a virtual assembly, with Black History Month being the main theme. You can watch our virtual assembly at the link below. https://youtu.be/seVKW1H9C0A …

Newsletter September 2020

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Phased Return to School

Dear Parents, Carers and Learners of Castlebrae. I trust you are staying safe and enjoying the summer break. I hope that as lockdown has eased you have been able to meet up with friends and family. It has been clarified today that schools will reopen on Wednesday 12th of August.  This first week will be …

Castlebrae Leavers 2020 – Good Luck and Farewell!

The staff at Castlebrae wanted to leave virtual messages for all of you who have now left us. Keep in touch, and please come back and let us know how you are getting on! #teamcastlebrae https://youtu.be/i998IYrpEsE

Having ICT problems? Here’s what to do for ICT help.

If you are having ICT issues, you can now email admin@castlebrae.edin.sch.uk for help. Your email will be forwarded to our ICT Technician who will be in touch as soon as possible. Please give as much detail of the problem as possible.

New Timetable and Updates during School closure

As school closure continues, we will continue to provide support and guidance for our community and engage our young people in learning. Please continue to use the emergency contact details should you need to get in touch and keep up to date through this website and the various Twitter Feeds from across the curriculum. Updates …

What You Can Claim During The Coronavirus Outbreak

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Online Learning at Castlebrae – A Letter from Mrs Prentice, Head Teacher

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Castlebrae Community High School S2 Learner Pathways – S3 course Choice

S2 PARENTS/ CARERS PLEASE READ: Please take time to discuss the attached Course Choice form with your Child. Guidance Teachers will be in contact with parents next week (22nd-26th of March) to hold short meetings with pupils and parents to complete this. At Castlebrae Community High School, we are proud to offer a wide range …