Dear Parent/Carer

As you may already know, we are aware of a small number of Leith Primary pupils from the same household who have tested positive for COVID-19. We have been working closely with NHS Lothian Health Protection Team and following all national guidance. 

A number of people have now been contacted because they have been in close and sustained contact with the case and the tracking process is now complete.

These contacts will need to self isolate and appropriate guidance and advice has been given.

 If you have not been contacted directly to tell you your child is a close contact, then your child should attend school as normal.

Enhanced cleaning and infection control measures are in place in line with national guidance. The school is safe and remains open.

If you have any concerns in the meantime, or if you need to book a COVID-19 test because your child has developed symptoms (high temperature, a new continuous cough and/or a loss or change in sense of smell or taste) please visit the NHS Inform website www.nhsinform.scot  or for non-clinical advice call 0800 028 2816. 

Please note that a test should only ever be booked if you or your child has these specifics symptoms.

Remember to stay at home if anyone in the household has symptoms of COVID-19.

For further information you may find this Frequently Asked Questions document useful :

https://www.nhslothian.scot/Coronavirus/Parents/Schools/Pages/default.aspx

Best wishes,

Fiona Craig

Rayyan Zeeshan	Primary 1a	Rayyan has been working really hard this week to make friends with new people. He was spotted on several occasions this week letting new people join in with his games and always uses kind words.
Omer Ahmad	Primary 1b	Omer shows kindness and respect to his classmates everyday. He is always one of the first people in the class to offer to do jobs and if a door needs to be held, Omer seems to magically appear from nowhere and is ready to hold it with a big smile on his face. We really value your kindness in our class Omer. Thank you!
Freya	Primary 2a	Freya has been a polite, helpful and considerate pupil this week. Playing kindly with others, supporting them and taking on roles within the classroom responsibly. Well done 🙂
Kieran Gilgun	Primary 2b	Kieran has been extremely helpful by tidying up our room and has been patient and waiting his turn. He has been sharing our resources too!
Maya Kaur	Primary 3a	Maya is always kind and considerate towards her classmates and staff.  Well done Maya, you are a good example to others!
Taisia	Primary 3b	Taisia is kind to all of her classmates and not just her friends. She often helps others with their learning and when she sees someone in need she goes over to help.
Amber	Primary 4a	Amber was nominated by her peers for letting others join in and play with her, helping others when they needed help or were hurt and helping them in the classroom with their learning.
Oran	Primary 4a	Oran is kind during motor skills group and always compliments others when they do well 🙂  Miss Ciechanowicz
Callum Robertson	Primary 4b	One of Callum’s classmates nominated Callum for supporting them when they were hurt. Thank you Callum for being so kind!
Zara Cowie	Primary 5	Zara recognised (unprompted) that it was Ms Ogbekene’s first full day of teaching and congratulated her at the end of the day.
Lewis Granger	Primary 6a	Lewis noticed that someone was on their own in the playground and asked if they were ok. He often demonstrates little acts of kindness like this which is lovely.
Heidi	Primary 6b	Heidi has been supporting and helping her classmates consistently since the beginning of this year.  She gets her table organised and supports others in being ready, as well as often looking out for others when they are feeling down.  Well done Heidi!
Dawn Taylor-Dale	Primary 7a	For showing many acts of kindness, both large and small, over the course of the week. Dawn has shown herself to be a steadfast, loyal and caring friend.  Well done!
Harry Fraser	Primary 7b	Harry noticed that another pupil was upset and immediately went over to see if he could help. He listened to him and then passed on information (with his agreement) to the teacher so that he could be helped. Very kind, supportive and sensible.

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Well Done to Our First Pupils Recognised for Their Kindness This Week

Poppy Mackie	Primary 1a	Poppy shows kindness to everyone within the class, and this week has been trying to include other children in her games, making sure no one feels left out.
Alex Beech	Primary 1b	Alex tries to spread a little bit of kindness in our school everyday. He always smiles and says hello to people he meets around the school. It may seem like a small act of kindness but this can make a huge difference to somebody’s day. Thank you, Alex!
Henry	Primary 2a	A situation arose in class with Henry and another pupil in which Henry made a really caring, considerate and kind gesture.  When handing out free books to take home, Henry had chosen a book which he was really interested in. Another boy was really upset as he wanted that book.  Henry saw the boy and said ‘He can have my book and I shall choose another, I just want to see him happy.’  He then handed the boy his book and happily chose another. It was a very lovely gesture and super nice to see.  Well done Henry.
Annabelle Kennedy	Primary 2b	Annabelle can always suggest ways to help children in the class share and solve disagreements peacefully. She recognises kindness in others and nominates them for awards. She helps her friends when they are upset. She always knows how to put a smile on Ms Stewart’s face with her kind words and actions!
Megan Andrew	Primary 3a	Megan shows kindness towards her classmates and to staff everyday.  She always has a smile on her face and kind words to say.  Well done Megan, you’re a Bucket-filler and a great example to everyone!
Adrita	Primary 3b	Adrita often shows kindness towards her classmates. This week she has helped another pupil with his reading and writing and she told a classmate she would be his friend when he was feeling sad. Adrita absolutely deserves this kindness award!
Isla	Primary 4a	Isla was nominated by her classmates for caring for others when they are hurt and for standing up for others and being a good friend.
Rikki-Leigh	Primary 4b	Rikki-Leigh is always kind to others in her group and is also kind and helpful to her teacher.
Maddison Campbell	Primary 4b	Maddison regularly volunteers to help Mr Cochrane tidy up after lunch so our classroom is ready for our afternoon activities. Thank you Maddison for being so helpful, thoughtful and KIND!
Kayla Gatti	Primary 5	Kayla was extremely kind to Emilia when she was upset.  It was Kayla’s first day back, so happy to see her back and being her usual kind self.
Jessica Alcock	Primary 6a	This week Jessica has helped support others in her group with their learning. She demonstrated lots of patience and understanding.
Charlotte	Primary 6b	Charlotte has been very kind and supportive of another member in our class who has had a hard week.  She also shows kindness on a daily basis to her peers in the class.  Well done Charlotte.
Forbes Smith	Primary 7a	Making sure that everyone in the class was happy in the playground. Asking children on their own if they were ok and wanted to join in with his game.  It showed real maturity and thoughtfulness.  Well done – what a great example to set Forbes – you should be very proud of yourself!
Pierson	Primary 7b	Pierson has been looking after a friend who has been feeling a bit sad this week

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Some of our Primary 1 pupils made this short film to show new P1 pupils what their classroom is like. Watch it HERE

LEITH PRIMARY SCHOOL NOVEMBER NEWS SWAY

Welcome to our November school newsletter or News Sway, bringing you a round up of what has been happening in school and important messages for our parent/carer community.

Go to this Sway

We are aware of a second 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 following all national guidance. 

A number of people are currently being contacted because they may have been in close and sustained contact with the case and will need to self isolate.They will be given appropriate guidance and advice.

An update via text and/or email (delete as appropriate) email will be sent to you as soon as the tracking and tracing process is complete.

If you are not contacted directly to tell you your child is a close contact, then your child should attend school as normal.

Enhanced cleaning and infection control measures are in place in line with national guidance. The school is safe and remains open.

If you have any concerns in the meantime, or if you need to book a COVID-19 test because your child has developed symptoms (high temperature, a new continuous cough and/or a loss or change in sense of smell or taste) please visit the NHS Inform website www.nhsinform.scot or for non-clinical advice call 0800 028 2816. 

Please note that a test should only be booked if you or your child has these specifics symptoms.

Remember to stay at home if anyone in the household has symptoms of COVID-19.

For further information you may find this FAQs usefulhttps://www.nhslothian.scot/Coronavirus/Parents/Schools/Pages/default.aspx

Best wishes,

Fiona Craig