SQA Letter
Please see here for a letter from Mrs Reid, Depute Rector & SQA Coordinator regarding SQA Results Day and Appeals Process
Please see here for a letter from Mrs Reid, Depute Rector & SQA Coordinator regarding SQA Results Day and Appeals Process
As part of our Reading Schools journey, we have been inspired by other schools to set up a family lending library after the summer, where families can take out a book/leave a book with no time pressures on returning it. We'll have this set up in our office waiting area.
If you're clearing out any books this summer, please bring them to us!
IRA pupils represented the school brilliantly in the inaugural Highland Schools’ Debating Competition on Wednesday. The event was supported by Highland Council and Young Speakers Scotland, and generously sponsored by the law firm Brodies LLP. Brodies Family Law Partner Sarah Lilly attended to judge debates and speak to pupils about careers in law. Well done to Caspian Kingham (S6) and Ali Jones (S4) for speaking, as well as Julia Cacaj (S4) for judging for the first time. Special congratulations to Lois Patience (S4) who was selected by the Chief Adjudicator to judge the final. There will be lots of opportunities to participate in debating and public speaking next session, including mock COP, and interested pupils should speak to Mr Clarkson in RMPS.
Letter from Mr McDonald regarding spot checks in classes here
"Reading enjoyment has been reported as more important for children’s educational success than their family’s socio-economic status." (OECD, 2002).
The IRA is working towards Reading Schools Accreditation. We would love to have positive conversations around how we can encourage our students to read more. As part of our Reading Schools journey, we are asking students to use our school library to take out a book to read over the summer holidays. Our students have created a list of their top 10 books which is a great place to start if you're uncertain about what to recommend.
Ask your child if they've managed to take out a book! Thank you!
Well done to all the S4 pupils who participated in YPI over the last academic year. They learned a lot about local charities and grew in confidence presenting to others. Some of the school finalists travelled to Perth last week for the YPI National Event. They had a great time listening to inspirational speakers, seeing a showcase of excellent pupil presentations from across Scotland, and listening to music by Joe Goodall. Our new S3 are already working hard in RMPS to make next session even better!
It was lovely to see our prize-winners along with their parents/carers at last nights Senior Prizegiving Ceremony and at the B.G.E Prizegiving on the 12th June.
You should all be very proud of yourselves for the commitment you have shown in class!
Free bus travel
If your child is turning twelve, they will need a new National Entitlement Card (NEC) with a photo on it to access free bus travel. Photo-less NECs are only valid until the day before your child’s 12th birthday, and you can apply for a new NEC with their photo any time from their 11th birthday.
The school will be placing a bulk application for new S1 pupils whose parents, carers or guardians wish to apply. This will be done once they start in the school after the summer. However you can apply before that from home if you wish. You can choose between a Young Scot NEC, which also provides rewards and discounts and is a PASS accredited form of ID, or a non branded NEC. Find out how to apply and read tips for parents, guardians and carers at freebus.scot.
Free bus travel can open up a world of possibilities with easier access to education, social and leisure opportunities. It can also help you to save money on public transport, making regular journeys and new adventures more affordable for your family!
Iceland Trip 2025
Today we welcomed P7 pupils to our school for a three day transition visit.
We look forward to seeing you all again tomorrow and Thursday!
Message from Schoolwear Made Easy Online Shop
10% OFF ALL ONLINE ORDERS
From now until the 30th of June, we’re offering 10% off all school uniforms.
Save some cash and tick one big thing off your to-do list, super early!
This will be our final discount offer before the back-to-school period.