Return to schools in North Lanarkshire will be phased say education bosses

A letter for parents released by the authority states: “Our head teachers have been working hard to go through every part of the Scottish Government guidance and we’ve decided that this return will be phased until Friday 14 August to allow pupils to familiarise themselves with new routines, changes to buildings and hygiene measures.

For Primary Schools

Wednesday 12 August: Primary One, Two and Three will be in school.

Thursday 13 August: Primary One, Four, Five, Six and Seven will be in school.

From Friday 14 August, all pupils will be in school.

All Primary One pupils will attend on each of these days. Please also note that arrival and departure times at primary schools may vary, particularly for Primary One. Your school will be in direct contact if that is the case.

For Secondary Schools

Wednesday 12 August: First Year, Second Year and Third Year will be in school.

Thursday 13 August: First Year, Fourth Year, Fifth Year and Sixth Year will be in school.

From Friday 14 August, all pupils will be in school.

All First Year pupils will attend on each of these days.

For ASN Schools

Arrangements will be in line with those for primary and secondary schools set out above. However, there may be a need for local variation based on the specific needs of children and your school will be in direct contact with you of that is the case.

For Nursery Classes and Family Learning Centres

Nursery classes at primary schools will return on Wednesday 12 August and those based at Family Learning Centres will return on Thursday 13 August. The exception to this is Stepping Stones Family Learning Centre, which is open on Wednesday 12 August.

If you have not already heard from your provider confirming your child’s session, your provider will be in touch shortly.”