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Cash strapped council buys land for a new St Clement's without the cash to build it

Cash strapped council buys land for a new St Clement's without the cash to build it

Cash strapped council buys land for a new St Clement's without the cash to build it

07 December 2023

Highland Council previously ditched plans to fund a new school but said it would buy the St Clement's site.


How Inverness students are helping hungry families in Ross-shire

How Inverness students are helping hungry families in Ross-shire

How Inverness students are helping hungry families in Ross-shire

06 December 2023

Students have teamed up with a local charity again this winter to provide hundreds of meals for families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.


'Incredible' Dingwall school staff and parents 'won't stop fighting' for their kids

'Incredible' Dingwall school staff and parents 'won't stop fighting' for their kids

'Incredible' Dingwall school staff and parents 'won't stop fighting' for their kids

06 December 2023

Pupils told of their happiness at the school despite its poor condition which, in turn, has fuelled a long campaign for purpose-built facilities.


Paid work placements in Highland are boosting confidence and self-esteem

Paid work placements in Highland are boosting confidence and self-esteem

Paid work placements in Highland are boosting confidence and self-esteem

04 December 2023

Nine placements have started since October.


'Wonderful to see the school full and buzzing with community spirit'

'Wonderful to see the school full and buzzing with community spirit'

'Wonderful to see the school full and buzzing with community spirit'

02 December 2023

A Ross-shire community turned out in force to support its secondary school start the countdown to Christmas.


Dingwall Academy Christmas fair call: 'Come hungry!'

Dingwall Academy Christmas fair call: 'Come hungry!'

Dingwall Academy Christmas fair call: 'Come hungry!'

01 December 2023

The remarkable contribution of unsung heroes who make life better in Ross-shire will share the spotlight at Dingwall Academy's Christmas fair.


'Negative rumours' circulating in Alness Academy community addressed by Highland Council education chief

'Negative rumours' circulating in Alness Academy community addressed by Highland Council education chief

'Negative rumours' circulating in Alness Academy community addressed by Highland Council education chief

30 November 2023

Nicky Grant said after a crunch meeting: 'I hope as parents and carers you will join us in supporting the school moving forward.'


Climate change thrown into focus by Ross-shire pupils at Highland COP28 tie-in

Climate change thrown into focus by Ross-shire pupils at Highland COP28 tie-in

Climate change thrown into focus by Ross-shire pupils at Highland COP28 tie-in

28 November 2023

Pupils from Gairloch, Dingwall, Fortrose and Invergordon were amongst those taking part in the mock COP28.


Beach clean takes Easter Ross kids a step closer capital trip

Beach clean takes Easter Ross kids a step closer capital trip

Beach clean takes Easter Ross kids a step closer capital trip

28 November 2023

Easter Ross pupils who rolled up their sleeves to help tidy a storm-hit beach learned a valuable lesson.


Threat of walkouts in Highland schools ends as Unison members accept pay deal

Threat of walkouts in Highland schools ends as Unison members accept pay deal

Threat of walkouts in Highland schools ends as Unison members accept pay deal

27 November 2023

School support staff across Scotland have ended a long-running pay dispute with council leaders after they voted to accept a new pay offer.


PICTURES: How 1000 ducks helped Ross-shire primary raise £1.5K

PICTURES: How 1000 ducks helped Ross-shire primary raise £1.5K

PICTURES: How 1000 ducks helped Ross-shire primary raise £1.5K

27 November 2023

Pupils at a Ross-shire primary school enjoyed a fun splash at the weekend on the River Conon.


Black Isle museum 'takeover' follows primary trailblazer

Black Isle museum 'takeover' follows primary trailblazer

Black Isle museum 'takeover' follows primary trailblazer

27 November 2023

Visitors to a world-renowned Black Isle Pictish and Celtic art museum were greeted by tattooed Easter Ross primary school pupils after a "takeover".


60 year olds spread birthday joy with gift to Muir of Ord nursery kids

60 year olds spread birthday joy with gift to Muir of Ord nursery kids

60 year olds spread birthday joy with gift to Muir of Ord nursery kids

25 November 2023

'We cannot always guarantee sunshine, but with these suits, we can guarantee daily outdoor adventures!'


Easter Ross school parent evening postponed amid 'staff absence' concerns

Easter Ross school parent evening postponed amid 'staff absence' concerns

Easter Ross school parent evening postponed amid 'staff absence' concerns

24 November 2023

An Easter Ross secondary at the centre of a staff absence crisis has postponed a parents' evening planned for next week.


Fair play to Dingwall pupils preparing this free festive event for next week!

Fair play to Dingwall pupils preparing this free festive event for next week!

Fair play to Dingwall pupils preparing this free festive event for next week!

24 November 2023

Pupils at Ross-shire's largest secondary school are setting the scene for a massive free festive fair next week.


'Does nobody care?' Highland Council admits a new St Clement’s will take at least another 8 years

'Does nobody care?' Highland Council admits a new St Clement’s will take at least another 8 years

'Does nobody care?' Highland Council admits a new St Clement’s will take at least another 8 years

24 November 2023

At that rate one parent says ‘some pyramids were built quicker’ as the campaign for a new school will be nearly 30 years old.


Superstar Taylor Swift invited to read Invergordon pupil's story of her missing cat

Superstar Taylor Swift invited to read Invergordon pupil's story of her missing cat

Superstar Taylor Swift invited to read Invergordon pupil's story of her missing cat

24 November 2023

The Scottish Book Trust's live residency funding proved to be a 'life-changing' experience for the Easter Ross pupils.


Staff absences at Easter Ross secondary prompts message to parents

Staff absences at Easter Ross secondary prompts message to parents

Staff absences at Easter Ross secondary prompts message to parents

22 November 2023

An absence of staff at an Easter Ross secondary has prompted changes and a pledge that parents and carers will be updated fully next week.


Nicky Marr: Trust today's youth to take ownership of their careers

Nicky Marr: Trust today's youth to take ownership of their careers

Nicky Marr: Trust today's youth to take ownership of their careers

22 November 2023

At school my only dream career was to be a Blue Peter presenter.


'It’s good to be busy and I really like it here'

'It’s good to be busy and I really like it here'

'It’s good to be busy and I really like it here'

21 November 2023

An Easter Ross lad with a flair for the outdoors has landed a paid placement that plays to his strengths.


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