Parents
N5 Prelim Timetable
Please find attached the upcoming timetable for N5 prelims. Students should check with their class teacher in the first instance if they have any questions regarding prelim dates. Students requiring separate accommodation will receive further information regarding rooming. N5 Prelim Timetable (PDF) [448KB] (opens new window)
Talk Money Week
Please see the following sway regarding Talk Money Week.
I Pay Mobile App
Our school payments are fully cashless with iPayimpact, the ultimate school payment app!
At Armadale Academy, we use iPayimpact so that parents can enjoy hassle-free and lightning-fast school payment experiences right from the palm of your hand. From small purchases to quick top-ups, iPayimpact is your go-to app for managing all your school payments with ease.
It is the perfect solution for busy parents and carers who want to keep track of school-related purchases anytime, anywhere. You can check your live cashless balance and manage all school purchases in one place, including trips, events, and clubs.
With iPayimpact, you can easily manage school purchases from your desktop, tablet, or mobile app.
For registered parents, you can access iPayimpact via:
* Download app from Apple Store: iPayimpact - Apps on Apple Store
* Download app from Google Store: iPayimpact - Apps on Google Play
* Website: www.iPayimpact.co.uk
Extra-Curricular After School Clubs
Please see attached after school clubs timetable. Extra-Curricular After School Clubs (PDF) [306KB] (opens new window)
Resources for Parents and Carers: Anxiety and Worry
Please see attached information re: Parents Anxiety Workshops. Resources for Parents and Carers: Anxiety and Worry (PDF) [339KB] (opens new window)
Head Teacher Letter August 2024 and Uniform Expectations
Please see attached letter from Head Teacher, Mrs Barker Harrison and uniform expectation information. Thank you.
Head Teacher Letter August 2024 (PDF) [863KB] (opens new window) School Uniform Session 2024-25 (PDF) [266KB] (opens new window) Uniform Flyer 2024 (PDF) [85KB] (opens new window)
FREE BUS TRAVEL
If your child is turning twelve, you will need to apply for their new National Entitlement Card (NEC) with a photo so they can access free bus travel.
Photo-less NECs are valid until the day before your child's 12th birthday, and you can apply for their new card with their photo any time from their 11th birthday. You can choose between a Young Scot NEC, which also provides rewards and discounts and is a PASS accredited form of ID, or a non branded NEC.
Open up a world of possibilities with easier access to education, social and leisure opportunities. And save money on public transport, making regular journeys and new adventures more affordable for your family!
Find out how to apply and read tips for parents, guardians and carers at freebus.scot
SCHOOL CLOTHING GRANTS & FREE SCHOOL MEALS - 2024/25 ACADEMIC YEAR
Applications are now open for School Clothing Grants and Free School Meals for Academic Year 2024-25. Please see link for further information and the online application form. School clothing application form details can be found here (opens new window)
This link to the Cost of Living Hub West Lothian may also be of interest to you Cost of Living Hub West Lothian (opens new window)
SCHOOL TRANSPORT APPLICATIONS FOR SESSION 2024/25
School Transport applications are now open for the new school session 2024/25. Applications should be completed for all new entitled P1 and S1 pupils and for those who are entitled who do not currently have an allocation on a school bus service. Applications should also be completed for those entitled pupils who wish to continue in S5 & S6.
Those who have a change in circumstances e.g. moved home or school, we request that a new application is completed.
Applications will close on Friday 7th June 2024, information on eligibility and applications are available at
https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/article/78510/Applications-for-Mainstream-School-Transport
Study Skills Information
Please see attached Study Skills Resources for S4-S6 students. Weekly Study Timetable (PDF) [77KB] (opens new window) Revision Techniques Booklet (PDF) [1MB] (opens new window)
Families and Young People Advice Service (FYPAS)
Happy New Year to you all and hope you all had a lovely festive break.
I'm sure you are all very aware of the current cold snap we are experiencing so we're just checking in to let you know that our School Bank Partners still have a lovely supply of warm jackets, wellies, winter boots, hats and gloves!
It's still very much winter so if you have any young people in need of any winter items please get in touch and I can look to refer you.
Also, just a reminder of some of the other things I can do to assist you -
· Benefit health checks to ensure your income maximised
· Advice, guidance and support on what and how you can make claims if appropriate
· Advice on available grants
· Cost of the school day assistance, including Free School Meals, School Clothing Grant, Education Maintenance Allowance
· Debt, Housing and Energy Advice
I am available by contacting the school, completing this online form https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/families-financial-support or emailing fypas@westlothian.gov.uk
Kind regards
Dianne
Deliberate Firesetting - Information for Parents and Carers
Please see attached information re Deliberate Firesetting. Deliberate Firesetting (PDF) [158KB] (opens new window)
Uniform Ordering Information
BE Uniforms are the school's uniform supplier, please see the link below to order online and for information regarding delivery.
School Leavers
If your child has decided to leave school but has not yet secured a positive destination we continue to be here to help. If your child would like support in securing a positive destination, please advise them to contact our SDS Careers Adviser, Faye Mathieson, for career information, advice and guidance at faye.mathieson@sds.co.uk or contact their Head of House directly and we will be happy to help. (email addresses below).
Cochran Head of House caroll.gordon@westlothian.org.uk
Wood Head of House lynne.macleod@westlothian.org.uk (opens new window)
Honeyman Head of House kerrie.brown@westlothian.org.uk
Please also follow link below which provides a range of guidance for applying to college, employment, apprenticeships and much more
I Pay Impact Automated Payments - How to Cancel
Instructions on how to cancel I Pay Auto-Payments can be found in the attached document. Thank You. IPAY Autopayments (PDF) [97KB] (opens new window)
Helpful APPS for Students
Please click on link for some helpful APPS for students. Helpful APPS for Students (PDF) [216KB] (opens new window)
Armadale Academy Learning Pathways
- Access the new Armadale Academy Learning Pathways (opens new window) website
Parents Portal
Parentsportal.scot - if you haven't already signed up please click on the link Parentportal.scot (opens new window). Services available include Annual Data Check, View Attendance, View Timetable (secondary) & access to iPayimpact. Next service due for release will be Permission Slips/Consent Forms for trips etc. Further information can be found at parentsportal.scot
Managing Pupils' Healthcare Needs in West Lothian Council Schools
Please click on link for information on managing pupils' healthcare needs in West Lothian Council schools. Managing Pupils' Healthcare Needs in West Lothian Council Schools (PDF) [553KB] (opens new window)
Asthma Awareness Information
Please see attached NHS Lothian Asthma Awareness information. Asthma Awareness (PDF) [1MB] (opens new window)
Mental Health Support Information for Parents and Carers
Please find attached Mental Health Support Information for Parents and Carers. Mental Health Support Information for Parents/Carers (PDF) [749KB] (opens new window)
Winter Ready
Work for students in the event of 'Snow Days' can be accessed from here
HMIe Report
Please find attached the letter prepared by HM Inspectors following the inspection of the school. The letter and Summarised Inspection Findings (SIF) will be published on the Education Scotland website at Education Scotland (opens new window)
RME (Religious & Moral Education)
If any parent/carer wishes to withdraw their child from RME and Religious Observance in the school, they should contact Mrs McGee, DHT in the first instance.
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