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Tain school told it has made 'insufficient progress' following inspection

Tain school told it has made 'insufficient progress' following inspection

Tain school told it has made 'insufficient progress' following inspection

23 January 2024

Inspectors will return to carry out a further inspection of the school within 12 months of the publication of this letter.


Highland schools closed in wake of Storm Isha

Highland schools closed in wake of Storm Isha

Highland schools closed in wake of Storm Isha

22 January 2024

Thousands of pupils across the Highlands will miss school today in the wake of Storm Isha.


SCHOOL UPDATE: 20,000 Highland pupils told to stay home in treacherous wintry conditions

SCHOOL UPDATE: 20,000 Highland pupils told to stay home in treacherous wintry conditions

SCHOOL UPDATE: 20,000 Highland pupils told to stay home in treacherous wintry conditions

19 January 2024

Thousands of Highland pupils have been told to stay at home today as treacherous wintry conditions continue.


SNOW UPDATE: More than 100 schools across the Highlands to remain closed after heavy snowfall

SNOW UPDATE: More than 100 schools across the Highlands to remain closed after heavy snowfall

SNOW UPDATE: More than 100 schools across the Highlands to remain closed after heavy snowfall

17 January 2024

Schools across the Highlands are set to remain closed today as heavy overnight snow is causing travel disruption in the region.


Thousands of Highland pupils hit by school closures as icy blast continues

Thousands of Highland pupils hit by school closures as icy blast continues

Thousands of Highland pupils hit by school closures as icy blast continues

16 January 2024

The cold snap with sub-zero temperatures is causing problems across the transport network with a knock-on impact on schools across the Highlands.


Golspie employability project aims to prepare young people to 'aim high' on job prospects

Golspie employability project aims to prepare young people to 'aim high' on job prospects

Golspie employability project aims to prepare young people to 'aim high' on job prospects

15 January 2024

Aim High aims to help young adults prepare for their first steps into employment.


Schools across Sutherland closed today due to severe weather

Schools across Sutherland closed today due to severe weather

Schools across Sutherland closed today due to severe weather

15 January 2024

Due to adverse weather conditions several schools in Sutherland have announced they'll remain closed.


UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

13 January 2024

He had a distinguished career and was a renowned gastro-intestinal surgeon.


Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

10 January 2024

The north has the worst school buildings in Scotland but the council delayed the debate by more than three weeks.


PICTURES: Scourie's Christmas Tractor Run gives £726 boost to local school

PICTURES: Scourie's Christmas Tractor Run gives £726 boost to local school

PICTURES: Scourie's Christmas Tractor Run gives £726 boost to local school

27 December 2023

The wet and windy weather on the day, Saturday, December 23, did not dampen the spirits of participants.


10 apprentices employed in far north in 2023 thanks to Caithness Business Support Fund

10 apprentices employed in far north in 2023 thanks to Caithness Business Support Fund

10 apprentices employed in far north in 2023 thanks to Caithness Business Support Fund

26 December 2023

A total of 20 local apprentices have been hired in Caithness and north Sutherland thanks to the support of a fund which aims to boost employment.


Greens MSP Ariane Burgess welcomes £1.5m school meal debt write-off

Greens MSP Ariane Burgess welcomes £1.5m school meal debt write-off

Greens MSP Ariane Burgess welcomes £1.5m school meal debt write-off

25 December 2023

The Highland MSP said it would be a 'huge relief' for families.


PICTURES: Children and families turn out for 'lovely' Christmas concert at Dornoch Cathedral

PICTURES: Children and families turn out for 'lovely' Christmas concert at Dornoch Cathedral

PICTURES: Children and families turn out for 'lovely' Christmas concert at Dornoch Cathedral

22 December 2023

Dornoch primary and nursery children performed carols and told stories this morning.


1400 pupils affected by Storm Pia school closures across Sutherland and Caithness

1400 pupils affected by Storm Pia school closures across Sutherland and Caithness

1400 pupils affected by Storm Pia school closures across Sutherland and Caithness

21 December 2023

More than two dozen schools and nurseries across the Highlands were closed on Thursday after Storm Pia brought gales and widespread disruption.


Project to raise awareness of Assynt's endangered wych elm trees

Project to raise awareness of Assynt's endangered wych elm trees

Project to raise awareness of Assynt's endangered wych elm trees

19 December 2023

Assynt is home to around 100 ‘significant’ wych elms which are feared to be at risk of Dutch elm disease.


Teachers proud of Golspie pupils' 'amazing efforts' in nativity play

Teachers proud of Golspie pupils' 'amazing efforts' in nativity play

Teachers proud of Golspie pupils' 'amazing efforts' in nativity play

19 December 2023

The p1 and p2 classes at Golspie Primary School performed the nativity play The Sleepy Shepherd.


Melvich Primary earns Eco Schools Green Flag in recognition of sustainability

Melvich Primary earns Eco Schools Green Flag in recognition of sustainability

Melvich Primary earns Eco Schools Green Flag in recognition of sustainability

17 December 2023

Far north school Melvich primary has achieved its first Green Flag accreditation after the "fantastic" addition of a timber tunnel in the playground.


Highland Council votes to keep attainment in dire school buildings secret

Highland Council votes to keep attainment in dire school buildings secret

Highland Council votes to keep attainment in dire school buildings secret

14 December 2023

Scottish Government figures show Highland Council has the worst school estate and curriculum for excellence performance in Scotland.


Dornoch pupils put on ‘amazing’ performance in front of big crowd

Dornoch pupils put on ‘amazing’ performance in front of big crowd

Dornoch pupils put on ‘amazing’ performance in front of big crowd

14 December 2023

Over 200 came along to watch the show at Dornoch Academy


Farr Primary pupils answer festive toy appeal

Farr Primary pupils answer festive toy appeal

Farr Primary pupils answer festive toy appeal

13 December 2023

To support the appeal, the pupils created posters and spread the word via friends and family.


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