Holm Primary School
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Holm primary is a primary school located in the Holm
area of Inverness
, Highland
, Scotland
.
The school opened in August 1974 and was extended in February 1979. It provides comfortable accommodation for up to 350 pupils. All the accommodation is one the ground floor.
There are four main buildings:
Each of the Teaching Blocks has a central "open area" adjacent to classrooms. The "open areas" are provided as classroom extensions. Each Teaching Block has its drinking water fountain and toilet facilities.
Each class has at least one PC with internet access and email facilities. In addition, the school has a bank of PC's in the open area of C-Block and laptop computers for use throughout the school. The 21st Century is very much the age of the computer and so it is vitally important that children are prepared for this.
The school has spacious outside playing and recreational areas. The grass area provides space for athletics, football, hockey, rugby, orienteering etc. The tarmacadam area in the centre of the school grounds can be used for playground games and activities such as cycling instruction. In 2002 the PTA secured lottery funding for the construction of a basketball court at the edge of the playing field.
At the East side of the Field there is a small sandpit used for long jump and an adventure playground for the children.
and the farms west of Culduthel Road and The Inverness Royal Academy
.
Girls:
Boys:
Although this dress is not compulsory we feel that it is preferable and the school strongly recommend s that children wear it at all times.
The school badge reflects the Pictish history of the area. The boar's head is taken from the Boarstone - which used to stand along from the school - and the words "Holm School" are 'enclosed' in an open Pictish bangle. The Boarstone is now 'housed' in the Headquarters of Highland Council in Glenurquhart Road, Inverness.
P.1 to P.3:
P.4 to P.7:
Meetings of the Board take place on a regular basis. Meetings are open to parents and to the public. The present pattern is that two meetings of the Board take place each term.
The committee has parent members and teacher members.
The PTA organises a variety of fund raising events such as discos, carol singing, coffee mornings and sponsored events. The money is used to benefit all the children in the school. All parents are eligible to serve on the P.T.A.
. A close liaison exists between Inverness Royal Academy
and its associated primary schools and regular meetings take place to discuss matters concerning all. Throughout the year, Academy staff and Primary Head Teachers work closely together to ensure continuity of education and to provide adequate information to parents of pupils in Primary 7 at the transfer stage. In the Spring and Summer terms, English, Mathematics and Support forLearning Staff from the Academy visit the school for discussion, observation and assessment which will highlight pupils likely to have support needs in the secondary school. Parents of P7 children meet with the rector in Holm School during the spring term and later in the Academy, in the summer term.
In June there is a two day visit to the Academy by the P7 pupils where they will meet the Rector and get to know their timetable and where their classes are.
The children enjoy this visit and feel rather more confident about the next stage of their school career when the visit is completed. In addition, P7 Parents are invited to a Parents' Evening at the Academy on the same date, to give them an opportunity to see the buildings and have any questions answered.
Various other activities are held in Inverness Royal Academy during Term 4. This enables children from all the associated primary schools to meet together and to establish links before starting their secondary education.
Holm, Inverness
Holm is a small residential area in the south of the city of Inverness, Scotland. Holm is middle English and Norse, meaning "low lying land next to water". The area lies East of the River Ness....
area of Inverness
Inverness
Inverness is a city in the Scottish Highlands. It is the administrative centre for the Highland council area, and is regarded as the capital of the Highlands of Scotland...
, Highland
Scottish Highlands
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, Scotland
Scotland
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The School Buildings
Holm Primary School is situated off Stratherrick Road overlooking Holm Mains and Holm Park. The main access is from Stratherrick Road - opposite Lochardil Woods. In addition, pedestrian access can be had using the steps up from Holm Mains at Boarstone Avenue.The school opened in August 1974 and was extended in February 1979. It provides comfortable accommodation for up to 350 pupils. All the accommodation is one the ground floor.
There are four main buildings:
- The Administration Block, which contains the Head Teacher's and Secretary's offices, the Staff Room, Music Room, Hall, Dining Area and Kitchen.
- Teaching Block A, where the Nursery Class, P1, P2 and P2/3 are situated.
- Teaching Block B, where P3/4, P4/P5 and the Pink Panther playgroup are situated.
- Teaching Block C, where P5/6, P6, P7, School library and Teachers' Resource Room and Medical Room are situated.
Each of the Teaching Blocks has a central "open area" adjacent to classrooms. The "open areas" are provided as classroom extensions. Each Teaching Block has its drinking water fountain and toilet facilities.
Each class has at least one PC with internet access and email facilities. In addition, the school has a bank of PC's in the open area of C-Block and laptop computers for use throughout the school. The 21st Century is very much the age of the computer and so it is vitally important that children are prepared for this.
The school has spacious outside playing and recreational areas. The grass area provides space for athletics, football, hockey, rugby, orienteering etc. The tarmacadam area in the centre of the school grounds can be used for playground games and activities such as cycling instruction. In 2002 the PTA secured lottery funding for the construction of a basketball court at the edge of the playing field.
At the East side of the Field there is a small sandpit used for long jump and an adventure playground for the children.
Catchment Area
Holm School delineated area (catchment area) starts at Island Bank Road and includes the area outwards from Drummond Circus, Drummond Crescent, Holm Mills, Holm Mains, Holm Park and Ness-side. On the east side it includes Ardholm Place, Ardbreck Place, Ardness Place, the new Holm Dell development, EssichEssich
Essich is a region of Scotland located between Inverness and Loch Ness. It is located 2.7 kilometres from the centre of Inverness and is serviced by Holm Primary School....
and the farms west of Culduthel Road and The Inverness Royal Academy
Inverness Royal Academy
Inverness Royal Academy is a secondary school located in the Culduthel area of Inverness, Highland, Scotland.- Catchment area :...
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School Colours
The school colours are red and grey and these are reflected in the school uniform and school team strips.Uniform
The school encourages pupils to wear official school uniform. We believe that it is very smart, economical and practical. It is as follows:Girls:
- Grey Pinafore or Skirt or Trousers
- Red or White Polo Shirt
- Grey or Red Cardigan or Pullover / School Sweatshirt
Boys:
- Grey Trousers
- Red or White Polo Shirt
- Grey or Red Pullover / School Sweatshirt
Although this dress is not compulsory we feel that it is preferable and the school strongly recommend s that children wear it at all times.
School Badge
School Hours
Nursery:- 09.00 - 11.30 or 12.30 – 15.00
P.1 to P.3:
- 09.15 - 12.15
- 13.15 - 14.45 (P.1 attend mornings only for the first four weeks of Term 1)
P.4 to P.7:
- 09.00 - 12.30
- 13.15 - 15.00
School Board
The School Board operates under the umbrella of The Highland Council, actively supporting the work of the school - providing parents with a further line of communication between themselves, the school and the Education Authority.Meetings of the Board take place on a regular basis. Meetings are open to parents and to the public. The present pattern is that two meetings of the Board take place each term.
Holm School Parent Teacher Association (HSPTA)
In September 1999 Holm School's first PTA was set up. The PTA has four main aims:- to organise fund raising events;
- to promote communication between parents and the school;
- to encourage a social dimension; and,
- to develop links with other primary schools.
The committee has parent members and teacher members.
The PTA organises a variety of fund raising events such as discos, carol singing, coffee mornings and sponsored events. The money is used to benefit all the children in the school. All parents are eligible to serve on the P.T.A.
Transfer to Secondary Education
Pupils will normally transfer to Inverness Royal AcademyInverness Royal Academy
Inverness Royal Academy is a secondary school located in the Culduthel area of Inverness, Highland, Scotland.- Catchment area :...
. A close liaison exists between Inverness Royal Academy
Inverness Royal Academy
Inverness Royal Academy is a secondary school located in the Culduthel area of Inverness, Highland, Scotland.- Catchment area :...
and its associated primary schools and regular meetings take place to discuss matters concerning all. Throughout the year, Academy staff and Primary Head Teachers work closely together to ensure continuity of education and to provide adequate information to parents of pupils in Primary 7 at the transfer stage. In the Spring and Summer terms, English, Mathematics and Support forLearning Staff from the Academy visit the school for discussion, observation and assessment which will highlight pupils likely to have support needs in the secondary school. Parents of P7 children meet with the rector in Holm School during the spring term and later in the Academy, in the summer term.
In June there is a two day visit to the Academy by the P7 pupils where they will meet the Rector and get to know their timetable and where their classes are.
The children enjoy this visit and feel rather more confident about the next stage of their school career when the visit is completed. In addition, P7 Parents are invited to a Parents' Evening at the Academy on the same date, to give them an opportunity to see the buildings and have any questions answered.
Various other activities are held in Inverness Royal Academy during Term 4. This enables children from all the associated primary schools to meet together and to establish links before starting their secondary education.