It's become a pre-Christmas tradition, someone telling small children there's no Father Christmas and outrage ensuing. And this year is no different....
A city school is under investigation after a teacher allegedly ruined Christmas by telling pupils 'Santa is not real'. The remark was said to have been made at Greenbrae Primary School in Aberdeen during a lesson on All Saints' Day.
'Under investigation'? Serioiusly? By whom?
It caused upset among nine and 10-year-old students who had asked a series of questions about saints, including St Nicholas - also known as Father Christmas.
Sorry, but at that age, they should be well aware that there's no Father Bloody Christmas!
A spokesman for Aberdeen City Council said: 'We are aware that a group of primary six pupils engaged in a conversation about All Saints' Day, which led to some children posing questions about other saints, including St Nicholas.
'Families can be assured that investigation learnings have been shared to support our staff to help navigate sensitive discussions.
Guess you forgot to add that one into the list, along with 'Why does daddy wear a dress?' and 'Why does Mummy have a special lady friend she drinks gin in the aftetnoon with' eh?
'The council values the magic and joy of the festive season (Ed: clearly not enough to call it what it is!) and appreciates the small number of parents and carers who brought their concerns to us.'
Bet that was typed reluctantly and with gritted teeth!
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