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The KGS under 14 football team got their 2021/22 Scottish Schools' Football Association Shield campaign underway with a stunning victory in Aberdeen against Albyn School.

OIC and NHS Orkney explain some of the reasoning behind why a school remains open and how and when a decision is made on whether to close in full or partially.

The COVID-19 situation within schools in Orkney would appear to have stabilised at present.

Out of 441 pupils there were 303 pupils at Papdale Primary School on Monday for the school’s full reopening. This means 138 pupils remain at home for various reasons – some COVID-related, other sickness and 29 families have opted to keep their children off school due to concerns over the virus.

The dedication and commitment of an Orkney cycling instructor in “flying the extra mile” to ensure primary pupils across Orkney have had the opportunity to benefit from on-road cycle training has been commended in a national award scheme.

Head Teacher at Papdale Primary, Wendy Bowen, has totalled up her mountainous fundraising effort – gathering a staggering £4,250.02 for a cancer charity.

“Working towards excellence, every lesson, every day” is the clear message from new KGS Head Teacher Claire Meakin.

Orkney Ferries Kirkwall Office has had to close as a result of Public Health self-isolation COVID-19 requirements.

The annual Remembrance Day Parade is going ahead on Sunday (14 November) in Kirkwall.

Papdale Primary School is set to reopen in full and Papdale Nursery in part on Monday 15 November.

Sharp-eyed folk passing the Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Museum at Lyness next week may see the unusual sight of big guns flying through the air.