Welcome back to school – a message from Councillor Audrey Forrest

School staff, children and young people across Argyll and Bute are returning to school today after the summer holidays.

Argyll and Bute Council’s Policy Lead for Education, Councillor Audrey Forrest, shares her good wishes for the year ahead:

“I hope everyone enjoyed their summer holidays and is looking forward to the new school term. Whether you’re entering your final year of secondary school or just starting your early years journey, I wish you all success and happiness.

We are committed to providing the highest quality education for our children and young people, ensuring they have every opportunity to reach their full potential as outlined in our Education Strategy.  Working together with the whole school community and families, our focus remains on delivering an education service to meet the needs of every pupil.

I have a huge sense of pride for all the hard work by education staff and pupils across Argyll and Bute schools. I look forward to hearing about all your achievements over the coming year. Have a fantastic start of term.”

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