Bargeddie resonates with youthful energy. It stems from St Kevin’s Primary School and Nursery. This school stands as a cornerstone of the community. It shapes young lives.
St Kevin’s shares a campus with Bargeddie Primary. This joint venture fosters close ties between the schools. Each school maintains its own educational wing. It includes classrooms pupil entrances and restrooms. Common areas like the gym dining room and library are shared. This encourages interaction and shared learning experiences.
St Kevin’s provides many opportunities. Pupils engage in a Curriculum for Excellence. This includes educational trips cultural experiences and sports activities. St Kevin’s emphasizes health and eco projects. Senior pupils can learn Spanish and brass instruments. After-school clubs are popular. Netball football cricket and dance are offered.
The school benefits from a supportive Parent Council. They organize events for pupils and the Bargeddie community. St Kevin’s issues monthly newsletters. These keep parents informed. Parent evenings offer chances to discuss their child’s progress. The school welcomes parents to discuss any concerns.
Pupils usually transfer to secondary school between 11.5 and 12.5 years. St Kevin’s pupils typically move to St Ambrose High School.
St Kevin’s Primary School saw Frank Adams retire. He was head teacher for 16 years. Mr Adams taught at St Kevin’s for 36 years. He started in the old building when Mr Jimmy Brady was head teacher. Mr Adams oversaw the move to a temporary location. It was to the old St James’ building. The new St Kevin’s school was built on a shared campus. Mr Adams taught many current pupils’ parents. He was highly regarded. He impacted everyone at St Kevin’s.
Today St Kevin’s Primary School and Nursery continues to thrive. It provides education and support. It is located on Langmuir Road Bargeddie Glasgow G69 7RS. The phone number is 01236 632 146. The email address is enquiries-at-st-kevins@northlan.org.uk. You can follow them on Twitter @stkevinsnlc. St Kevin’s is a vital part of Bargeddie. It shapes the future of its young people.