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School Life and Key Policies

Positive relationships with our families are a cornerstone of our whole school community. We recognise that parental involvement has a significant impact on securing better achievement and a sustained school performance.

School Times

    Days   Time
     Monday – Thursday   8.40am – 3.30pm
    Friday   8.40am – 12.05pm
     
• Thursday April 2nd- End of Term Disco • Friday April 3rd to Monday 20th April- Spring holidays • Tuesday 21st April- Summer Term starts • Monday 27th April 6pm- Parent Council Meeting • Monday 4th May- May holiday • Tuesday 5th May- Inset day, staff only • Tuesday 12th May- Parents Evening • Monday 18th May- Victoria day. • Term ends on Friday 26th June.

Diary Dates

Important Information

School Uniform

At Kaimes School we encourage the wearing of our school colours. We feel that this helps to build a sense of identity, pride and belonging within our school. It can also be a useful marker between home and school.

However, it is most important to us that learners feel comfortable in their clothes. 

Clothing should be clearly named.

What to wear?

  • Dark coloured skirt, trousers, shorts or joggers
  • Red, white or black polo shirt
  • Red or black jumper
  • Dark coloured shoes or trainers

Young people in Kaimes do not usually get changed for PE but may choose to wear different clothing on PE days.

Where to buy uniform?

Non branded uniform can be purchased from  a range of supermarkets and high street shops. 

If you have old uniform to donate, please contact the School Office.

School Lunches

School lunches in Kaimes School are provided free to families. They can be ordered in advance online, and dietary or sensory requirements can be catered for. 

Many of our young people also choose to bring in packed lunches. 

Young people usually choose to eat lunch in the dining hall or adjoining Forum. Some young people choose to eat their lunch outside or in a quieter area of the school. 

School Travel

Travel to and from Kaimes School is provided by The City of Edinburgh Council. This is usually in group transport in a council minibus or contracted taxi. 

Admissions

Kaimes School is a specialist provision and spaces are allocated through the Education Resource Group.

Absence

If your child is due to be absent from school, please contact the school office each morning before the start of the school day. 

Help & Support

For information about further support including extracurricular activities, grants and support services, please contact your child’s Pupil Support Leader. 

School Improvement

Standards and Quality Report 23/24

SQR 23-24 Kaimes Website

School Improvement Plan – Session 2024/25

SIP Kaimes Final, 2024-25