The public has been asking me the result of Scottish Forestry’s investigation into the felling of 80 trees at The Osprey on Strathaven Road. Here it is in this thread, along with my comment on it. Photo courtesy of John McIntyre.

P1 have been showing their creativity during our soft starts this week. Lots of team work, using our imagination and developing fine motor skills💙❤️💚

This P6 boy loved demonstrating his knowledge of equivalent fractions!

Thanks families for letting us know about the achievements and activities your children get up to out of school - it’s an important part of our weekly assembly!

At assembly this week we heard how these learners were developing their knowledge and skills, they gave examples of what they have been learning and got a big round of applause!

There's an absolute tonne of jobs available at the council right now including entry level for trades apprentices (joinery, plumbing etc.), catering, early years, school support assistants, seasonal grounds workers and much more too. fa-euuc-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...

Congratulations to these artists who were recognised in the Knights of St Columba’s Keep Christ in Christmas competition. They received these gorgeous certificates and gift vouchers too, we are so so proud of them!

The good work of local food banks is to receive a £40,000 boost from South Lanarkshire Council. The money will be shared between seven food banks operating across Clydesdale, East Kilbride, Hamilton, and Cambuslang and Rutherglen. More details in the View: https://orlo.uk/CIMwq

Some information from Active Schools for sports events during the February holiday.

We are looking to recruit Facilities Assistants in catering and cleaning positions in various locations across South Lanarkshire. Successful candidates will provide catering and cleaning services in locations and buildings, including nurseries, school and council offices.

Almost £1900 of community grants have been awarded to five local groups by the East Kilbride Area Committee. Find out what groups benefitted in the View https://orlo.uk/13ZpU

Friendly February - Day 4: Invite a friend over for a ‘tea break’ (in person or virtual) actionforhappiness.org/friendly-feb... #FriendlyFebruary

January highlights here. Improvements you can see on the ground, planning for the future and meeting and helping great people and groups in our community. My favourite combo! @southlangreens.bsky.social @scottishgreens.org @gillianmacmsp.bsky.social @electlauramoodie.bsky.social

Ancient Roman fever has hit P5 and many chose to use their construction time this morning to research more about and display what they have learned so far…can you spot a Lego sponge on a stick?

P3 had a shape hunt in our playground. Ask your child what 2D shapes and 3D objects they found!

P5 completed their dodgeball tournament today, well done to all teams who improved on stamina, accuracy, strength and speed over the last 4 weeks!

Wow! How lucky are our young people in St Louise? Their families support their happiness and talents outside of school and they get to share them with us all on a Friday!

We recognised these amazing young people for upholding the Gospel Values and four increasing their skills within the Four Capacities. We are so glad you’re part of St Louise! ❤️💚💙

Revisiting learning from months ago is important and for these two, they have really mastered the difference between synonyms and antonyms and can quickly scan texts. 100% on their blookets!

Happy birthdays, wider achievements, family weddings, academic and social success all celebrated together on this Friday afternoon in St Louise at our weekly assembly ❤️💙💚

P5 took a walk to post their thank you letters…one even going all the way to Australia!

This week Primary 1 had a visit to the ICT suite and all successfully logged on!

Do you often feel confused by the language used in government plans & policies? 🤔 To help make the recent #ClimateChangePlan easier to understand & respond to, we've put together a consultation guide. Deadline for responding is 29 January 🗓️ #Lanarkshire #ClimateAction #LetsDoNetZero

Resurfacing of Newhousemill Road starts this Monday til next Friday. Please see attached link for further info and diversion details.

Happier January - Day 17: Be gentle with yourself when you make mistakes actionforhappiness.org/happier-janu... #HappierJanuary

FRIENDSHIP GROUP - CALDERWOOD: 50 and over and looking to meet friends locally? Come and join us for a cuppa and chat alongside some fun-filled activities at the lounge area in Wingate Sheltered Housing. See below for dates and contacts.

We are so proud of these young learners who achieve inside and outside of school! We’re so glad you’re part of Louise ❤️💚💙

Congratulations to these classes who are worthy winners at assembly this week!

What would Primary 5 do if they were in charge of our world in 2026? Stop war, end hunger, equal rights, stopping littering, housing for everyone and curing cancer, thank you God for such wonderful children!

Primary 1 have been learning about their senses. Today we focused on our sense of smell and touch. Ask your child what smells they liked/disliked? What different materials did they feel?

P2 are settling back in to school in 2026 with some play and construction stations each morning!

P4 used code along with ai to create dancing characters and remix music, looks like they’re having great fun!

A very Happy Christmas from P2!

Yummy melted snowmen in P5 this morning, thank you Miss Duffy!

The parties are all wrapped up across the school and we are ready to complete 2025 with our joint Heathery Knowe & St Louise carol service tomorrow!

Primary 6 ran a reverse advent calendar to be donated to the EK Loaves and Fishes food bank. Thank you to everyone who donated there were so many bags of wonderful items that will make a huge difference to families this Christmas ❤️💙💚

St Louise pupils raised £93 for Action Aid from the raffle of these beautiful toys made by Mrs Thomson. We have bought many charity gifts as St Louise taught us to remember the needy at this Christmas time.

What a happy Christmas Dinner we had at St Louise! Our amazing catering staff came straight from the North Pole to put on a delicious spread and it was enjoyed by all ❤️💙💚 @slcek.bsky.social

Do Good December - Day 16: Look for something positive to say to everyone you speak to actionforhappiness.org/do-good-dece... #DoGoodDecember

Do you have an SVQ Level 2 in Social Care? We’re hiring for our Care at Home team in the Hamilton, East Kilbride area and Rutherglen and Cambuslang area. If you're passionate about care, join us for variety, development and the chance to make a real difference to the lives of others.

👖 Reuse or repurpose what you've got ♻️ Swap with someone so you both have a new outfit 💚 Visit your local preloved store or charity shop To find your local preloved project, see https://f.mtr.cool/adwfvjhbyu *Source: Oxfam #Lanarkshire #SustainableChristmas #ClimateAction #LetsDoNetZero

We want to share how proud we are of this young saxophonist’s progress in such a little time! We are sure he has a great future ahead in music❤️💚💙

These young clarinet players have only been receiving tuition for nine weeks from the South Lanarkshire Council Instrumental Music Service and we think they have made amazing progress. They entertained us all at assembly today and we are so proud of them!

Many congratulations to this young artist who won second place in our local MP’s @joanireid.com Christmas Card competition! What a great opportunity for young artists to show what they can do ❤️💙💚

Thank you Parent Council - we love our new strip!

Careful colouring and personal writing this morning in P3!

There was lots of practising writing lists in P1 this morning…we wonder what inspired that! 🎄

The Early Learning and Childcare Service needs your help! We’re looking for views from parents currently using the service, who have previously accessed the service, or who are planning to use an ELC service. The survey closes on 23 December 2025: https://orlo.uk/ELCSurvey_09zmc

Are you a council tenant? I deal with A LOT of housing issues. Next week's Cafe, expenses paid, is your chance to have your say on rents, investment priorities and the council budget. Please head along.

In Monday we marked the beginning of Advent with a whole school prayer service led by these wonderful readers. We lit the first candle and began our internal preparation for the coming of Our Lord.