As well as succeeding academically in formal examinations , every young person should have the opportunity to acquire competency in a range of skills including critical thinking, problem solving, working with others and proficiency in ICT.
With this in mind, the vast majority of S6 students are taking part in wider achievement courses alongside their National Qualifications. The courses are designed to cover a range of vocational, professional and work related experiences. Have a look at this year’s courses below:
| Courses 2017-2018 |
| Introduction to Philosophy |
| Work Placement/Employability |
| Debating/Public Speaking |
| Young Enterprise/Cannon |
| Peer Mentoring/Buddy Scheme |
| S6 Outdoor Challenge |
| Photography |
| Academic writing. (Short Course) |
| Cooking on a budget |
| Values through Creativity (John Byrne Award) |
| Pantomime Leadership Award |
| YASS Open University |
| UKCAT/Aptitude Test |
| Personal Finance |
| Prom Leadership Award |
| Leavers Ceremony Leadership Award |
| First Aid |
| Micro Tyco |
| Safe Road User Award |
| Duke of Edinburgh Award |
| Scotland in Focus |
| Academic writing.(Short Course) |
| Engineering Project in the Community |
| Events and Arts Administration |
| Music Technology |
| Learning for Sustainability |
| Dance/Cheerleading choreographing leadership award |
| Community Experience |
For further information, contact Mr. Scott via the school office.