Latest Newsletters

Friday 9th January 2026 - School Closed 

Dear Parents and Carers,

Thank you for your continued support and understanding during this period of adverse weather. The decision to close the school today was based on the adverse weather conditions experienced overnight, which created unsafe travel routes for both young people and staff.

The Met Office yellow weather warning has now been extended until 8:00 PM on Friday evening, and overnight forecasts indicate further challenging conditions. As a result, the school will remain closed on Friday 9th January. Our priority remains the safety of our school community and ensuring continuity of learning.

Online learning opportunities will continue to be available, and we encourage young people to engage with these throughout the day.

A thaw is predicted over the weekend, and we anticipate the school will open as normal at 8:30 AM on Monday morning. However, as always, if circumstances change, we will be in contact with you immediately.

Thank you once again for your patience and support. We wish you and your family a safe and restful weekend.

Kind regards,

Joanne Hesford

Update Thursday 8th January 2026 - School Closed 

Dear Parents and Carers,

Due to the worsening weather conditions overnight and the challenges this presents for staff and young people to undertake safe travel, the school will remain closed today, Thursday 8th January.

Our priority is the safety of our school community and ensuring continuity of learning. Online learning will be available, and we encourage all young people to engage with these opportunities throughout the day.

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide regular updates. Thank you for your understanding and support during these adverse conditions.

Yours sincerely

Joanne Hesford

Headteacher

Wednesday 7th January 2026 - School Closure Online Learning Arrangements

Dear Parents and Carers,

Due to ongoing adverse weather conditions, Oldmachar Academy will remain closed tomorrow, Wednesday 7 January 2026. The safety of our pupils and staff continues to be our priority.

To ensure continuity of learning, online learning will continue during the closure. Teachers will provide learning materials and activities through our agreed digital platforms. We kindly ask families to encourage young people to access these opportunities and engage with their learning as much as possible.

We will continue to review the situation and provide regular updates through email, the school website, and social media. Please check these channels for the latest information.

Thank you for your support and understanding during this period.

Yours sincerely

Joanne Hesford

Headteacher

Tuesday 6th January 2026 - School Closure

Dear Families

Thank you for your patience and understanding, and apologies for any inconvenience caused by the initial delayed opening and the subsequent decision to close to pupils and staff today. Please be assured that all decisions are made with the safety of our school community as the highest priority.

I am writing to share an update on tomorrow.  I can confirm that Oldmachar Academy will be closed on Tuesday 6 January 2026 to both pupils and staff.  The adverse weather conditions do not allow safe travel for all young people and staff. As a result, we are likely to face significant staffing issues. Young people can access learning as they did so today, via google classroom. Principal Teachers (Faculties) will work with their teams to lead and support staff with this provision as appropriate.

Falcon Coaches have already contacted today stating that school transport is cancelled on Tuesday 6 January for the few young people who are entitled to this service.

Thank you again for your support and understanding. Please continue to make safe decisions based on your local conditions.

Yours sincerely

Joanne Hesford

Headteacher

Monday 5th January 2026 - School Closure

Dear Parents and Carers,

Due to the severe weather conditions and in the interest of safety, Oldmachar Academy will be closed today. We understand this may cause inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we prioritise the wellbeing of our pupils and staff.

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide regular updates through our usual communication channels, including email, and the school website. Please check these regularly for the latest information.

Thank you for your cooperation and support during this period. If you have any urgent queries, please contact the school office via email

Please join us in an evening of dance and gymnastics by our talented pupils next Thursday, 11th December in the school's Practice Hall.  

Pupils from S3 upwards have worked very hard to put together a showcase and they would like to invite you along.  

Senior pupils have been responsible for organising this event and producing tickets and programmes.

Tickets are £5 each and include refreshments in the staffroom afterwards. Tickets can be purchased from the School Office on a first-come, first-served basis.

We look forward to seeing you,

Aesthetic Showcase Team

Book Fair

As part of Oldmachar's celebrations for Book Week Scotland later this month, we are holding a book fair in the library from the 17th until the 29th of November.

Robotics Fortnight - 13th to 24th of October

Aberdeen City Libraries are launching a Robotics Fortnight to mark the beginning of the Innovation Station housed at Central Library. There will be lots of hands-on coding/robotics session – from Sphero Indi cars, author event, Toy Tear Down, film afternoon (The Belmont) and LEGO Spike sessions throughout the school holidays. Sessions are FREE to attend, and activities are suitable for 4-7yrs, 8-11yrs and 12-15yrs.

To book a space at any of the activities, please follow this link. 

Girls in Sports Week

Next week, in collaboration with Sport Aberdeen, Oldmachar Academy is hosting Girls in Sports Week to promote and celebrate female involvement in sport.

Please see the posters below for more information. 

If you would like to sign up for any of the activities, please go to the PE staff base.

Some of these activities are a one-off and have limited spaces so please sign up as soon as possible if you are interested. Please also note that the spin class is only available to S4+ due to age restrictions.