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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

Option Choices Webinar with SDS

Skills Development Scotland is offering parents and carers of young people in S1-S3 a free webinar with advice on option choices on Wednesday, 3rd of Decempber 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

Rag Bag Collection

The Rag Bag collection box is due to be emptied on the 21st of November.

This is a free school fundraiser and the weight from donations is transferred back to the school in cash. This goes into an ECO Fund to be used within the school.

Please check the website opposite for donation requirements.

If making a donation, please make sure it is bagged and that the door is fully shut.

Career Conversations at Home: Exploring Pupil Voice, SDS Support & Resources

Webinar for parents and carers on Thursday, 13th of November 6.30pm to 7:30pm

Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is hosting a free webinar for parents and carers of secondary school pupils on Thursday, 13th of November, 6:30 to 7:30pm.

This session will give information and resources to support you with career conversations at home. We will discuss the support SDS offer, as well as exploring the aspirations and career influences of young people and other key findings from our Pupil voice and Parent and Carer voice research. We will also introduce you to additional SDS resources available to support you and your young person.

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.

Latest Newsletter

Please see Newsletter No.24 below covering our news from August to November.

Reading Challenge: Summit-to-Summit

With the October holidays almost here, it's the perfect time to get stuck into our Reading Challenge: Summit-to-Summit.

For each book you read and submit a 3-word review for, you'll earn 100 Reading Metres to virtually climb a Munro. More information is below.

Click the link here to enter each review or scan the QR code opposite.

Any questions, please see Mrs Anderson in the library.

Have a lovely break, and enjoy your reading!

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.

School Show - 6th & 7th of October at the Tivoli Theatre

Tickets are still available for anyone who wants to come and see the Oldmachar Academy production of Grease which is on at the Tivoli Theatre next Monday and Tuesday evening.

It features lots of great songs! Get your tickets here.

e-Sgoil Registration Now Open

Evening study support through e-Sgoil is for Senior Phase learners (S4-S6) who are working towards National Qualifications.

This year's programme offers 55 weekly webinars covering 29 subjects across N4 to Advanced Higher levels - all completely free. The timetable is above.

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE LOGGED INTO GLOW TO ACCESS THE REGISTRATION FORM.

Please contact Mrs Anderson if you don't t know your Glow username and password.

Webinars will start week beginning 27th October 2025 and will run through to the SQA exams.

Click on the link to register 👉👉👉👉

Exam Timetable 2026

The 2026 exams will start on Wednesday, 22nd of April and finish on Monday, 1st of June 2026. Results day will be Tuesday, 4th of August.

SQA Timetable 2026.pdf

Activities Week: Residential Trips Booklet

Please see our booklet below for this year's residential trips. Further information has been sent to parents and carers.

Activities Week 2026 - Foreign and Residential Trips.pdf

Oldmachar Careers Fair

Wednesday, 24th of September

Big Scottish Breakfast

26th of September

Aberdeen City Libraries & Climate Week North East

Aberdeen City Libraries are delighted to be taking part in Climate Week North East this year, with several events and activities taking place in September and October.

For more information, check out the full programme online here.

Cloud Mobile Craft Sessions

Tuesday 30 September, 3.30pm at Kincorth Library
Thursday 2 October, 3.30pm at Culter Library

Looking for a creative way to spend an afternoon during Climate Week North East?

Join us to craft your very own cloud mobile - a fun, hands-on activity perfect for ages 6+ and families to get creative and learn through play.

Book A Place for Kincorth Library

Culter Library is a drop-in session. No booking required

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Quiz

Wednesday 1 October, 6pm at Central Library

Love a quiz? Passionate about plants, seeds, sowing, and mowing? Then join us at Central Library for the final event of the Living Knowledge Network and British Library's Unearthed: The Power of Gardening exhibition.

What to expect:

A lively garden-themed quiz
Brilliant prizes including seedbooms, mini gardening tools, a gardener’s handcare kit, British Library tote bag, and bookmarks
Come solo or as a team (max 4 people) Flying solo? No problem—we’ll have an open team for individual participants.

Book A Place

Bookbug Sessions

Tuesday 23 September, 10.30am at Tillydrone Library
Thursday 2 October, 2.15pm at Torry Library
Friday 3 October, 10.30am at Children’s Library

Looking for something free, friendly, and fun to do with your baby, toddler or pre-schooler? Come along to our Climate & Nature Themed Bookbug sessions to celebrate CWNE25

Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs and rhymes
Support your child’s development while having a giggle
Meet other families in a relaxed, welcoming space

Whether you're clapping, singing, or snuggling up for a story — it's the perfect way to spend quality time together. 💛

Tillydrone and Torry Library are drop-in sessions. No booking required.

Book A Place for Children’s Library

Family Learning Event

Tuesday, 16th of September

Come along for useful tips and information from teachers and pupils on getting the most out of study - how to work efficiently and effectively towards assessments and exams.

Sportathon

Thursday, 18th of September

BCSO Newsletter

Please see the latest newsletter from our Business & Community Support Officer, Amy McNaughton.

Pre-Summer Newsletter.pdf

Co-Curricular & Supported Calendar

Please open the Google Sheet below in a new window, or click on the tabs at the bottom of the Sheet for more information.

Oldmachar Academy Co-Curricular Calendar 2025/26

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