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SQA Info

National Qualifications 2024-25 update on exam services The following is an update on the exam services that we’ll provide for learners this year. While the recent changes to the 2025 National Qualifications exam timetable have prompted additional access to our Examination Exceptional Circumstances Consideration Service, our Appeals Service remains the same as last year. Exam […]

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STEM Nation Award

Kirkcudbright Academy was recently presented with their STEM Nation Award following a visit from a representative from Education Scotland. STEM Nation Award The STEM Nation Award was developed by Education Scotland to celebrate, promote and build on effective practice in STEM education within and across sectors. The programme is currently open to all early learning

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Table Tennis Club

“The newly established Table Tennis Club at Kirkcudbright Academy has quickly become a popular gathering point since its introduction in 2024. Each week, approximately 20 students from various age groups and skill levels come together every Tuesday from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. This club caters to everyone—whether you’re looking to improve your skills through coaching or simply enjoy some casual

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Changes to Structure of the School Day

Dear Parent/Carer/Learner Consistent Timetable Structure Across Secondary Schools At the Dumfries and Galloway Council Education, Skills and Community Wellbeing Committee meeting held on Friday 8 November, members agreed with the officer recommendations not to move to a 4½ day week for primary and secondary schools in Dumfries and Galloway.Elected members had previously agreed at Education

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S3 Exams

The S3 exam diet will take place during the week beginning Monday 25th November this year. These exams willbe used to support teacher’s assessment for students within their subjects and to provide experience forstudents in sitting a formal exam. All exams will be in your normal class unless students have been instructedotherwise by their teacher.

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UKMT Maths Challenge

19 pupils from Kirkcudbright Academy entered the 2024 UKMT Senior Mathematical Challenge on Tuesday 1st October. This challenge encourages mathematical reasoning, precision of thought, and fluency in using basic mathematical techniques to solve interesting problems. This year our Silver award winner was Hannah Chen, and three Bronze awards went to Brooke Crane, Iain McGougan and Stewart Walker. All other pupils achieved a participation award.

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