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3 June 2025
Inspection report published for Stromness Academy
An Education Scotland report has been published for Stromness Academy, following a routine inspection in March.
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3 June 2025
Discover the Future of Art at UHI Orkney's 2025 End of Year Exhibition
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) Orkney campus is proud to announce the much-anticipated Fine Arts End of Year Exhibition, showcasing the talent and creativity of its students across…
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2 June 2025
Young people to voice opinions on key issues in upcoming Chamber debate
Local young people’s concerns and aspirations will be front and centre in the Council Chamber this week when the Orkney Youth Chamber Debate takes place.
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27 May 2025
Celebrating Island Cultures: Orkney’s School Pupils Learn About Visiting Islands Ahead of 2025 Games
School children across Orkney are diving into a world of island culture, language and geography thanks to an educational initiative launched in the countdown to the Orkney 2025 International Island…
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29 April 2025
‘Share the Vision’ team spotlights resources at Orkney Library for sight-impaired readers
The amazing array of resources for folk with vision impairment will be the focus on 3 May at Orkney Library and Archive as the team is visited by the national, ‘Share the Vision’ campaign.
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4 April 2025
Learning road safety through the power of magic!
Life saving road safety skills for children were conjured up in Orkney schools recently (1 April) through the captivating power of magic! Fully funded by Transport Scotland and facilitated by the…
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2 April 2025
Kirkwall Grammar School Head Teacher appointment
Ruth McKay has been appointed to the role of Head Teacher at Kirkwall Grammar School (KGS).
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26 March 2025
Prom Pop Up dates announced! Glamour galore returns to KGS and Stromness Academy
Our Prom Pop-Ups are back!
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24 March 2025
Exciting business opportunity as new Kirkwall nursery nears completion
Orkney Islands Council is offering an exciting business opportunity for those interested in running a new nursery service.
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27 February 2025
Real Bread Week at Orkney's Schools - Try Your Hand at the Recipes
A big plate of mince and tatties - and some freshly baked bannock - what could be better?
