WDC Education

Primary 7 had a visit from @VolaEnglish yesterday as part of their transition to @VoL_Academy . Mrs O explained what English would be like in S1 and P7 created some work which will be displayed for starting in August! #BPStransition #workingtogetherallowsallmindstogrow

P5 had a great morning exploring Dumbarton Castle 🏰 An afternoon at Levengrove Park was the cherry on top of a wonderful day 😀 Huge thanks to Ms Simpson for organising 🌟 Thanks also to our parents/carers & Mrs Brechin for helping on the day too! 🎥👇🏻 #bringinglearningtolife

Our S1 pupils recently took part in the "Choices for Life" event! From fire safety and CPR with @fire_scot to vital sessions on consent and personal safety with @PoliceScotland and partners, our pupils learned how to make safe, informed decisions for the future. #ChoicesForLife

As part of Eco week, we made bird feeders and laid them out in the playground. We think the birds enjoyed them as they have all gone already! 🦜

🎙️ Our visible learning leaders are creating weekly podcasts all about our learning powers! This week’s focus is: Curious 👀✨ Curious learners ask questions and wonder about the world around them. So this week, we’re asking YOU… What are you curious about? 🤔 #VisibleLearning

How amazing is Bonnie looking all painted and ready for the #scottiesinthecity trail! Congratulations again to Chloe who had her design chosen to represent BPS @MaggiesCentres #workingtogetherallowsallmindstogrow

David Byrne (Talking Heads) inspired workshop with Knoxland Primary 3 today as part of Birl with Byrne celebrations. Pupils explored his fun dance style and created their own album covers.

Today is International Girls in ICT Day! Girls belong in tech, as creators, innovators, and leaders. At Better Internet for Kids, we’re committed to supporting girls to build digital skills, feel confident online, and take their place in shaping the internet. Let’s keep opening doors and making space. #GirlsInICT #BetterInternetForKids #DigitalInclusion #BIK

Good luck to learners ahead of the exam diet starting this week. Lots of advice and guidance is available for parents and carers on supporting young people preparing for exams. Find out more 👇 ow.ly/hqbO50YIGy2

🔍Good luck to learners ahead of the exam diet starting. The @YoungScot #AyeFeel website provides young people with lots of useful information about how to look after their emotional well-being. Visit the #GlowScot RM Unify App library to find out more.

After School Club with Knowetop 🌳 🌺 ☀️

#NationalNumeracyDay2026 is on 20 May✨ With Founding Supporter @kpmguk as well as our Lead Supporters, we’re empowering communities, schools and organisations across the UK! Good numeracy opens endless opportunities! See what our supporters said: bit.ly/4vIYQfc

Our instrumental music instructor Lorne Cowieson, had wonderful day supporting our friends at Riverside Youth Band by adjudicating their annual solo performer competition. Congratulations to all the young musicians who took part. @Riverside_YB

Primary 6 were excited to go swimming yesterday to develop their water confidence and water safety knowledge and skills! @WDCEducation #workingtogetherallowsallmindstogrow

The #NumberHeroesCompetition is OPEN 📢 We've got SIX prize packs for schools or youth groups, prizes for six winning children AND 18 runners-up! Not signed up yet? It’s free to join us as part of #NationalNumeracyDay2026 ✨ Excitement starts here: ow.ly/gq9e50YILka

🔔 DON’T MISS! A new Live Lesson on Earth Day 2026, packed with interactive activities and ideas to get your class thinking about climate change. 11:00 on CBBC and iPlayer, 9:00 here: bbc.in/4sxHTSu

Wanting to celebrate the Commonwealth Games in your classroom? Join our information webinar all about how you and your pupils can explore the values of the Games and the Commonwealth. Register now: bit.ly/3Psy5er @YouthSportTrust #SchoolsConnect #Glasgow2026

Huge congratulations to our Solo Performer of the Year Brandon Jose who will represent West Dunbartonshire at the National Finals in May. Well done to our 2 Runners up and all of the other wonderful competitors @WDCEducation @WDCouncil @SYMusicians @SPTA_HighSchool

🌞 Looking for something fun to do this Easter holiday? Join Clifftop Projects for Art in the Park 🗓️ Dates: Tuesday 7th April & Tuesday 14th April ⏰ Time: 1–2pm 📍 Location: The Mony, Castlehill Get creative, and enjoy some fresh air while making something special

See below for information from Tullochan about their Easter holiday club for children aged 7-12 ⬇️👇🏻 Scan the QR code to register 👍 #community #partnership