John Paul Academy

At John Paul Academy, through service to the common good and in recognition of the dignity and voice of each person, we commit to the pursuit of excellence, through the development of each person's God given talents.

SCHOOL CALENDAR 2023-24

19 SEPTEMBER - please see attached here a letter from the Head Teacher outlining the arrangements for industrial action taking place next week, impacting schools. 

1 SEPTEMBER - FLU VACCINATIONS - Flu Vaccination letters were sent home this week. Please ensure these are returned to the school office on Monday 4th September. NOTE - THE DATE FOR THE VACCINATIONS HAS NOW BEEN PUSHED BACK UNTIL NOVEMBER. Ms McRae

8 AUGUST 2023 - SQA exam results are posted today - we are proud of the achievements of our young people in their exams - well done to those who achieved their expectations! For learners who may wish to make changes to their choices for S5/6 study - Pupil Support staff will be in school Wed/Thu/Fri this week for advice and changes to options. Learners should email their Pupil Support teacher to make an appointment. We look forward to welcoming all of our students back to school on Wednesday 16th August at 8.45am - for details of our school uniform - please click here. D Owen, Head Teacher

During this pandemic it is important that everyone takes care of their personal health and wellbeing. Below are some links to access support.

Lifelink Counselling Services has now gone remote to enable the delivery of counselling sessions by telephone or video call during this time of social distancing. Click here for additional links and apps

Counselling sessions will take the form of telephone or video sessions based on the young person’s preference and will still work in-line with the regular counselling model of delivery. Plans are already in place to continue supporting those pupils in our school already benefitting from this support but new referrals can be made either by calling 0141 552 4434 or online at Lifelink.org.uk https://www.lifelink.org.uk/make-a-referral/ .

  Responding to change.

Any young Person aged 16 -18 living in Glasgow struggling with mental health issues or experiencing a tough time can find support on Big White Wall. If you are struggling, or know someone who is, don’t hesitate to join BWW or recommend it to someone you know.95% of members reported feeling better as a result of joining BWW, and 73% shared something for the first time. Whatever you’re going through, BWW is there to help.

You can access Big White Wall at www.bigwhitewall.com