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Strong school community at Kilbowie Primary and Early Learning and Childcare Centre praised by inspectors

Staff and pupils at Kilbowie Primary and ELCC with Convener of Educational Services Councillor Clare Steel
Well-behaved and articulate Kilbowie Primary pupils spoke of their pride for their school community as inspectors came to assess the school and early learning and childcare centre recently.

Published : 01 April 2025

School providing tailored support is praised for wellbeing, equality and inclusion

Staff and pupils at Choices School with Convener of Educational Services Councillor Clare Steel
A Council-run school which provides specialist support for pupils experiencing difficulty in mainstream education has been ranked Very Good for ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion.

Published : 01 April 2025

Very good inspection for Bonhill Primary School

Bonhill Primary pupils and staff
Bonhill Primary pupils have been praised for being articulate, polite children who are very proud of their school and staff and help to make the school a happy and welcoming environment for all.

Published : 01 April 2025

Vale of Leven Cemetery extension completed to meet needs of community

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The extended Vale of Leven Cemetery has been completed in a move which will meet the needs of members of the community for decades to come.

Published : 31 March 2025

Family fun days to take place across West Dunbartonshire parks

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Families across West Dunbartonshire are being given the chance to enjoy a series of family fun days taking place during the Easter holidays.

Published : 28 March 2025

Work taking shape on development site including new road at Bowling

Convener of Infrastructure, Regeneration and Economic Development, Councillor David McBride, Chief Officer of Roads and Neighbourhood Gail Macfarlane, vice convener, Councillor Lawrence O'Neill and Balfour Beatty project manager Alan Thompson
Work is progressing on a key strategic development site which will include a much-welcomed alternative route to the A82 at Bowling.

Published : 27 March 2025

Public asked to share opinions to help develop Mitchell Way

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Residents, visitors and business owners are being asked for their views on Mitchell Way in order to help shape its future.

Published : 26 March 2025

Council support for improvement in schools is praised by inspectors

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West Dunbartonshire Council has been praised for its support for schools and their continued improvement following a recent inspection.

Published : 19 March 2025

Children and young people in deprived areas achieving in education

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Children in the most deprived primary schools in West Dunbartonshire are performing higher than the Scottish average.

Published : 19 March 2025

Steady progress in Early Learning and Childcare Centres

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Children attending Early Learning & Childcare Centres in West Dunbartonshire are very well supported, provided with exciting learning opportunities, and nurtured by well trained staff.

Published : 19 March 2025

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