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24 August 2023
Latest Multiply numeracy course opens for applications
Applications are open for the next free numeracy course in Orkney to be delivered by The Learning Link through Multiply – a new programme aimed at transforming the lives of adults by improving…
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22 August 2023
Drivers urged to take extra care as pupils return to school
With the return to schools across Orkney this week, Orkney Islands Council and the Police are reminding drivers to take extra care when in the vicinity of schools.
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16 August 2023
Autumn programme of community learning opens for bookings from 17 August
Our Autumn programme of community learning opens for bookings from tomorrow, Thursday 17 August.
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16 August 2023
Assessment work underway at Glaitness Primary School dining hall following roof issues
Assessment work underway at Glaitness Primary School dining hall following roof issues.
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11 August 2023
Young folk encouraged to sign up for digital resilience course
Young folk in Orkney are being offered the chance to learn how to better protect themselves online.
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9 August 2023
Orkney SQA results compared to national attainment
SQA results were received by pupils across Orkney on Tuesday 8 August and the Orkney pass rates for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher were released.
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8 August 2023
Strike action could impact local schools and nurseries
Education officials in Orkney are continuing to discuss the potential impact on schools and early learning facilities if the planned schools’ support staff strike goes ahead in the new term.
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8 August 2023
SQA results day 2023
Pupils across Orkney are today (Tuesday 8 August) receiving their examination results from the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).
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25 July 2023
Calling all senior students and parents – exam support dates for your diaries!
SQA exam results will be published on Tuesday 8 August 2023. Candidates who signed up to the MySQA service will receive their results by email or text, and they will be posted to all candidates.
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25 July 2023
Hope and Burray Schools in need of your cooking skills!
Could you or someone you know spare a few hours to help out for a short time to ensure the bairns at Burray and the ‘Hope Schools are getting a hot, healthy meal at lunchtime?
