Primary 1 registration in South Lanarkshire occurs earlier this year, from November 16 to 22, 2026, instead of January 2027. Parents should register children who will turn five between March 1, 2027, and February 28, 2028. Complete the online form for the child’s catchment school for further steps.
ScotRail offers a “Kids for a Quid” promotion allowing families to travel affordably during the school holidays. Up to four children aged 5–15 can travel for just £1 return each with a fare-paying adult on off-peak services, enabling enjoyable and budget-friendly outings across Scotland all summer long.
Is your child due to start school in August 2025? If your child will be 5 years old between 1 March 2025 and the end of February 2026, you need to register them for school online starting Monday 6 January 2025. Your catchment school will contact you about your application from Monday 13 January onwards. […]
This week, we’ve received a few messages asking to post about the dangers of the vile “Momo” challenge, something we have refused to discuss until now. The alleged “Momo” challenge is supposed to be a disturbing online “game” that supposedly encourages young people to harm themselves and in some cases even take their own lives. […]
All sales from Blantyre Telegraph’s Newspaper in November and December are going either directly or indirectly to help Blantyre children this festive season. We can’t think of a more worthy cause and a massive thank you to the kind people of Blantyre who have bought a £1 Blantyre Telegraph either in the shops or downloaded […]