Inverkeithing High School

Inverkeithing High School is a secondary school located in Inverkeithing, a historic former port town on the Fife coast.

Inverkeithing High School
Address
Hillend Road

Inverkeithing, Fife
,
KY11 1PL

Scotland
Coordinates56°02′08″N 03°23′10″W
Information
TypeSecondary School / High School
MottoWe Grow by Choice[1]
Established1972
Local authorityFife
HeadteacherIan Adair
Years offeredS1 - S6 (S6 Students in rare cases may be able to stay an extra year)
Age range11 - 18 years old
LanguageEnglish
Hours in school dayMonday and Wednesday 8.40 – 3.25; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8.45 - 3.15
Campus size114,047 m²
Houses
  • 2022 - present
  • Bramble
  • Fern
  • Thistle
  • 1972 - 2022
  • Palace
  • Castle
  • Abbey
  • Tower
Colour(s)   Black/white/gold
YearbookAnnual – Student Led
Websitewww.inverkeithinghs.org.uk

The existing building dates from the early 1970s and is to be replaced by a secondary school in nearby Rosyth. It was designed by architect Gavin Haveron McConnell[2] who was influenced by Le Corbusier and introduced some elements into the structure such as the pilotis which give open circulation under part of the building, and the accessible roof space. In 2004, the building received Listed status (Category B) from Historic Environment Scotland for its inventive Late Modern design.[3] The building is due to be replaced by 2026.[4] In November 2020, the education and children's services committee voted 14-4 in favour of building it at the Fleet Grounds, Rosyth.[5]

The school teaches pupils from Inverkeithing, Hillend, Dalgety Bay, Rosyth, North Queensferry, Aberdour and High Valleyfield, but also from Dunfermline under exceptional circumstances. The school employs approximately 100 staff. The school also has many sports teams in sports such as football, rugby and basketball.[6] In the 2012-2013 season, the school managed fourth place in the Fife school basketball league, and reached the third round with every year group in the Scottish cup. The PE department play an active role in participating in teacher vs pupils matches across all sports, with the help of other teachers if needed.

In 2007 it became the first Secondary School in Fife to be awarded an Eco-Schools Green Flag[6] – this reflects the staff and students commitment to the environment. In November 2011 the school successfully passed the assessment for a third Green Flag.[6] The school also achieved the Radio Forth Teacher of the Year 2011, Mrs Gordon, as a staff member.[6]

The school has a strong academic tradition, with over 59% of its intake proceeding to higher and further education.[6] IHS has also formed a unique link with Carnegie College (now Fife College) in Dunfermline, developing vocational courses and group awards for a range of students. The work in the area has gained national recognition.[6] The school celebrated its 50th birthday in 2023 after pupils first went to Inverkeithing High School in 1972.[6]

The school population exceeds 1500 (students ranging in age from 11 to 18), with 6% of students coming from outwith the catchment area.[6]

Notable former pupils

Notable former staff

References
  1. website, Inverkeithing High School. "Welcome from the Headteacher". Inverkeithing High School. Archived from the original on 5 November 2022. Retrieved 5 November 2022.
  2. "Dictionary of Scottish Architects - DSA Architect Biography Report (March 12, 2021, 1:19 pm)". www.scottisharchitects.org.uk. Archived from the original on 17 November 2020. Retrieved 9 November 2020.
  3. "Hillend Road, Inverkeithing High School". Historic Environment Scotland. Archived from the original on 27 August 2023. Retrieved 9 November 2020.
  4. "Latest news". 12 April 2021. Archived from the original on 25 September 2022. Retrieved 25 September 2022.
  5. "New Inverkeithing High will be delivered in 2026 as Fife Council push on with £70 million plans". 28 April 2022. Archived from the original on 25 September 2022. Retrieved 25 September 2022.
  6. "Fife Direct – Inverkeithing High School". Archived from the original on 22 September 2012. Retrieved 17 April 2012.
  7. "Fife Council: Schools by region A-Z". www.scotsman.com. 22 April 2008. Archived from the original on 30 August 2017. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.