Price Increase and Charges from 1 April 2019
1st April 2019 will see the introduction of a £1.00 charge for Over 60’s, Under 5’s and Under 16’s swimming. This new pricing includes all after school swims and Under 16’s school holiday swim until 4pm, when full price will apply. This will commence in all West Lothian Leisure pools from 1st April 2019. Please note that over 60’s will be required to register for a swim card to give them access to the
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Posted by: Alison | 02/04/2019 10:37 AM
Visit Historic Sites with your Young Scot Card
Young Scot card holders will be able to gain entry to around 600 historic interest sites throughout Scotland including Culloden Battlefield and Stirling Castle for just £1. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. More information on Young Scot and how to get a card can be found at: http://young.scot.
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Posted by: Alison | 29/03/2019 09:28 AM
March Newsletter Information
A copy of our March Newsletter has been uploaded in the 'Newsletter' section in the 'School Information' tab at the top of the homepage.
A copy is also being emailed out to parents/carers who have provided us with email addresses. If you need to update us with your email address please email: wldeans-chs@westlothian.org.uk (add your full name and the name/tutor group of your child to the email to allow us to
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Posted by: Alison | 21/03/2019 12:27 PM
Apprentice Vacancies - M&G Prudential
M&GPrudential have opened the applications to their apprentice programme. There are 2 roles in Edinburgh and 9 in Stirling. If you are eager to start your career, then check out the variety of jobs and start applying.
Key Information:
Application closing date: 5 April 2019
Role start date: September 2019
For more information visit their
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Posted by: Alison | 20/03/2019 14:32 PM
College Cancelled on Thursday - Study in Library
Due to industrial action West Lothian College courses are cancelled this Thursday. Students who normally attend college on Thursday can study in the school library instead.
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Posted by: Alison | 18/03/2019 09:02 AM
Comic Relief - Wear Silly Shoes with your Uniform
Comic Relief - Friday 15th March -Wear Silly Shoes on Friday 15th - see posters for ideas! -50p for Comic Relief - This is NOT a dress-down day - Bake sale in the street (see Mrs McNicol or Miss Edgar if you want to donate to this).
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Posted by: Alison | 14/03/2019 10:12 AM
Arnold Clark Apprentice Vacancies
GTG Training are currently recruiting apprentices in the area for Arnold Clark. We have been asked to promote these to anyone who may be interested.
All vacancies can be found on: https://apprenticeships.gtg.co.uk/
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Posted by: Alison | 12/03/2019 12:40 PM
Easter School Timetable 2019
The Easter School Timetable has been uploaded in the Student Information and Study Support areas of the Website.
The timetable is also available on the School App.
http://www.deanscommunityhighschool.com/uploads/12-03-2019-7679819215c87a2ad5d99d_EASTERSCHOOL2019.pdf
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Posted by: Alison | 12/03/2019 12:27 PM
S5 Students Experience Mock Interviews
All S5 students were given the opportunity to further develop their employability skills through Mock Interviews. Deans welcomed 16 Business Representatives from a range of local companies into the school to conduct the mock interviews. Students were asked 3 interview questions and provided with written feedback on their answers as well as tips for future interviews. Well done to all of the students who were
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Posted by: Alison | 07/03/2019 14:08 PM
Free School Transport for Exams
Additional exam transport is provided under the following circumstances: Where an examination falls on a day when transport to and from school would not otherwise be provided (including local holidays) the Public Transport unit will provide transport to school to arrive in time for the first examination of that day, and transport from school after the last examination of that day.
When an exam finishes after the
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Posted by: Alison | 07/03/2019 09:11 AM
Deans are Scottish Schools' Handball Champions!
Deans Community High School made the short trip to Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility in Motherwell recently, looking to regain their title as Scottish Schools' Champions having lost out to Kelvinside Academy last year. In what was a very competitive tournament, the Deans players won all of their group games against the 6 other schools present. This meant they faced a determined Auchinleck team in the 1st v 2nd place final. After a
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Posted by: Alison | 05/03/2019 15:16 PM
Reminder - Course Choice Booklets 2019
Reminder - our S3 and Senior Phase Course Choice Booklets are available by clicking on the following links:
S3 COURSE CHOICE
S3 Course Choice Booklet 2019: https://joom.ag/Uxta
SENIOR PHASE COURSE CHOICE
Senior Phase Course Choice Booklet 2019: https://joom.ag/aFSa
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Posted by: Alison | 25/02/2019 15:49 PM
Start-up Science Masterclasses for S1 & S2
The Royal Society of Edinburgh is inviting applications for the Spring Start-up Science Masterclasses. These are FREE and run in partnership with, and will take place at the University of St Andrews. The Masterclasses are intended to give young people who have shown an interest in science and technology the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and experience. The classes promote widening participation and provide the students with a unique
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Posted by: Alison | 21/02/2019 14:58 PM
Purple Friday - wear purple with your uniform
A reminder that tomorrow is Purple Friday. Students can wear something purple along with their school uniform. All students should bring in £1 to raise money for LGBT Youth Scotland Campaign.
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Posted by: Alison | 21/02/2019 14:46 PM
Sutton Trust Summer School Reminder
A reminder, the deadline for S5 students to apply to the 2019 Sutton Trust Summer Schools is 28 February at 5pm.
These are free and there are thirteen to choose from across the UK, three of which are in Scotland; the University of Edinburgh, the University of Glasgow and the University of St Andrews.
Find out more: https://summerschools.suttontrust.com
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Posted by: Alison | 21/02/2019 13:13 PM
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