Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I still get free meals and how do I apply?

Click here for more information on free school meals.

• What will my child's day look like?

Each teacher will post a timetable overview for each day on Google Classroom.

• My child has additional support needs - where can I get advice?

Please contact the class teacher in the first instance. 

• Can my child ask for extra feedback if there is something they don't understand?

Yes. Pupils should always speak to their teacher if there is anything they don't understand.

• What can I do to support my child's learning at home?

      Each term teachers send home an 'Illuminated Learning' sheet with an overview of the term's curriculum and ideas how pupils can be supported at home. 

• How can I support my child's Health and Well-being?

A range of guides and tools to support your family’s wellbeing:

• Looking After Yourself (003)

• TOP 10 TIPS CV-19

• Mental Health websites and apps final

• how-to-manage-stress_2015

• home school tips

Further help is available from 

• Parentzone Scotland - supporting Health and Wellbeing

• Hands On Scotland Toolkit - approached to children and young people's emotional wellbeing

• Respectme - Scotland's anti-bullying service

• Young Scot - downloadable resources for working with young people

• Scottish Association for Mental Health - provides mental health information and local support

• Royal College of Occupational Therapists - tips to prepare your child for returning to school

• English is not our first language - where can I get help?

• Please look at THIS  website - you can translate it to any language too. 

• Who do I contact for help with Google Classroom?

• Please ask your Class Teacher for help with any issues with Google Classroom. 

• My child has forgotten their login - who do I contact?

• Please ask your Class Teacher or email llacaze@aberdeencity.gov.uk

• How can I check what work my child has to do and can I sign up to get Google Classroom summaries?

• Please check through your child's account on Google Classroom - you can request to be added to receive parent summaries. 

• I need help with a school related issue - how may I get in touch with the school?

• Please email the school at stjosephsprimary@aberdeencity.gov.uk or phone us on 01224 322730.