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Council ‘SHINE’ programme of free activities over the Easter holidays

SHINE logo - School holidays involve nurture and engage
West Dunbartonshire Council has launched a fun packed programme of free and engaging activities for children and young people over the Easter holidays. 

Published : 27 March 2024

Consultation on changing the Primary School enrolment date

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West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking residents’ views on plans to change the enrolment date for registering children into primary one.

Published : 26 March 2024

A Day at the Museum display for Braehead Primary School pupils

A Day the The Museum Braehead , kids with arts and crafts they have made
Pupils at Braehead Primary School turned their school into a museum to showcase exhibitions ranging from Dinosaurs to World War 2 following a plea from Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Published : 26 March 2024

Free family fun days over Easter break as part of Council’s cost of living support

Face painting
Families across West Dunbartonshire are being given the chance to enjoy a series of free family fun days taking place this April as part of the Council’s Cost of Living initiative.

Published : 25 March 2024

Pupils take part in Chromebook repair project

Computer repair, computer parts deconstructed
Pupils at Vale of Leven Academy will take part in an exciting project by repairing Chromebooks in schools.

Published : 21 March 2024

Children and young people to receive additional bereavement support

Gruggies Burn Flood Alleviation Scheme
Children and young people in West Dunbartonshire schools and Early Learning Centres will receive additional help and support to cope with losing a loved one.

Published : 21 March 2024

Children and young people showing year on year improvement in education

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Primary pupils in West Dunbartonshire’s schools are meeting or exceeding the national average in reading, writing and numeracy.

Published : 21 March 2024

Record number of children and young people benefit from WDC Music Service

Music lessons - Picture of piano and music sheet
The number of children and young people benefiting from the Instrumental Music Service (IMS) is at its peak with more than 1,000 pupils participating in music lessons this year.

Published : 21 March 2024

Hundreds of home improvements are part of investment in Council properties

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Tenants across West Dunbartonshire will benefit from a range of upgrades to properties over the next year.

Published : 07 March 2024