Departments and Enrichment
This page is the gateway to our diverse and dynamic academic departments, each dedicated to delivering an exceptional educational experience. Here, you will find detailed information about our academic curriculum, faculty expertise, and the unique learning opportunities and enrichment available across all curriculum areas.
We invite you to view our academic curriculum guides, which detail the curriculum for each academic department and can be easily accessed and downloaded from this page. These guides showcase the educational journey at different stages within the school.
Remove, S1 and S2 Curriculum Departments
In Remove (P7), S1 and S2 we offer a broad and balanced curriculum based on a solid academic foundation across a wide range of subjects that is combined with opportunities to learn, exercise problem-solving and hone interpersonal skills. We reinforce the value of curiosity to support girls to feel empowered and confident to find personal strength and motivation in their learning experience. Through this, girls are given the chance to understand their interests and strengths before making personal subject choices for S3 and S4.
Subjects included:
Art & Design, Computing, Design & Technology, Drama, English, Food Technology, Geography, History & Modern Studies, Latin & Classics, Mathematics, Modern Languages (French, Spanish & Chinese), Music, Physical Education, Religion & Philosophy, Sciences and Support for Learning
The Curriculum Guide also includes information about the Maths Challenge, as well as Art, Music, and Sport as part of the co-curriculum.
S3 and S4 Curriculum Departments
At this stage we encourage breadth and balance. Through a range of different subject areas, students develop the skills that will help them become inspired learners, courageous and independent young women and good global citizens.
Subjects included:
Art (including Textiles and Photography), Biology, Business Education, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design and Manufacture. Drama, Elective Programme, English Language, English Literature, Food and Nutrition, Geography, History. Latin. Mathematics, Modern Languages (French, Spanish and Chinese), Music, Physical Education. Physics, Religious Studies, Science, Support for Learning and Support for Learning (ESOL – English as a Second Language)
The Curriculum Guide also includes information about Art, Music, and Physical Education as part of the co-curriculum.
Sixth Form (S5 and S6) Curriculum Departments
With a focus on breadth, we are pleased that most girls take five subjects in Lower Sixth at Higher Level (Qualifications Scotland), including 'crash' Highers in subjects not studied in S3 and S4. They select from a wide and flexible choice of subjects which caters for individual needs.
In Upper Sixth many girls take at least three Advanced Higher courses or A Level qualifications in certain subjects. The range of courses offered in Lower 6 and Upper 6 is selected in consultation with leading universities and industry employers.
Subjects included:
Careers, Art & Design (including Textiles and Photography), Biology, Business Education, Classics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design and Manufacture, Drama, Economics, English, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), Food Culture and Cuisine, Geography, History, Latin, Mathematics, Modern Languages (French, Spanish and Chinese), Modern Studies, Music, Photography, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology. Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies and Support for Learning
The Curriculum Guide also includes information about Art & Design, Music, and Physical Education as part of the co-curriculum.
Additional Enrichment
You can also view more information about specific areas of additional enrichment in the school on the following web pages.