We are keen to ensure parents are kept up to date with news and events at Oldcastle Primary School.  Please read on to find out how we communicate with parents.

The School App

As a school we use a communication app to provide up to date information to parents.  We recommend that you, download the app by following these steps:

• To download 'The School App' simply go tot he Play Store (Android) or App Store (Apple)
• Once downloaded open the App and type in Oldcastle Primary School to choose our school.

You will be able to receive App messages regarding your child's class once you have registered your account.  The school will send a system generated text message to you once your child starts school.  Please follow the links in the text message to register your account.

Email Communication

We will also send emails directly to you via our website and use this method to communicate where appropriate.  You will receive emails from

• 'notifications@primarysite.net'

Please add this user to your approved senders as it may well appear in your junk folder.

Parent Pay

Payments for school trips and other school activities will be made through a 'Parents Pay' account.  Registration details will be sent home once your child starts school.

School Website

Our school website contains a vast amount of information regarding our school.  Forms can be downloaded or completed online.  

Twitter and Facebook Pages

We regularly update our Twitter account and Facebook Page with interesting and exciting activities that happen in school.  Please follow us on

• Twitter - @oldcastleschool
• Facebook - Oldcastle Primary School

Weekly Newsletter

A digital newsletter is issued weekly via email, school app and our website.  The newsletter provides an update to parents on activities and news about Oldcastle Primary School as well as important diary dates.