Roman soldier marches into classroom for a History lesson
Our L4 (P4) pupils enjoyed an unforgettable lesson when a Roman soldier marched straight into their classroom! The fully armoured legionnaire — in reality, retired Head of Classics Edmund Faulkes – arrived to support the pupils’ project on Ancient Rome. Armed with a shield and sword, the Antonine Guard (Roman re-enactment group) member, certainly looked […]
L5 reach for the stars with their learning
L5 pupils have been reaching for the stars with their learning! The children had a blast during the year-group’s annual Space Day, finding out all about the solar system with expert guidance from Senior Years Physics teacher Mr Finch. They stepped inside the Cosmos mobile Planetarium, learned about exoplanets, crafted and launched their very own […]
Junior School pupils make mark on Classical Mythology
P7 pupils jumped at the chance to make their own mark on Classical Mythology! Senior Years Latin teacher Ms Deeks-Nisbet recently ran a workshop offering the pupils a fantastic chance to learn about the tales and culture of Ancient Greece and Rome. They took inspiration from the story of Phaethon – who desired knowledge and […]
Subject Fair helps pupils make choices
Our F4 (S4) pupils are making their subject choices for F5 (S5). And with 24 Highers available to pick from, as well as college options and our Sport and Exercise Industry Training programme, narrowing down preferences can be a challenge! Our teachers are providing lots of support. But our careers team in F6 are also […]
Biology conference showcases Scientific talent
Huge levels of scientific talent were revealed as enquiry-based learning and creativity came under the microscope at HSD’s annual Biology Poster Conference. Mirroring the format of a professional scientific conference, the event gave pupils in F1 and F6 the chance to present their research and engage in discussion with invited guests, including research biologist Dr […]
HSD FP stars in Royal Variety Performance
From the HSD stage to the stage of the Royal Albert Hall… We were so proud to see our FP Nathan Ogston starring in the Les Miserables 40th anniversary feature at the Royal Variety Performance. It’s been so inspiring to see Nathan’s journey from our school productions and music events to a performance watched by […]
Merry Christmas from the High School of Dundee
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from everyone at the High School of Dundee. Thank you to all our pupils, staff, parents and the wider HSD Community for all your hard work and support over the last 12 months. We look forward to seeing you all in 2026! The School is closed for the Christmas […]
HSD donates hundreds of gifts to Help for Kids Christmas campaign
We’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone in the HSD community who supported our Help for Kids Christmas collection. The Christmas trees of the Nursery, Junior and Senior schools were surrounded by presents over the last few weeks as donations came flooding in. Anthony Kent, the school’s Charities and Community Outreach Co-ordinator, […]
Rugby 1st XV deliver powerful message on men’s health
Our rugby 1st XV squad members used a game-free Saturday to deliver a very powerful message. The team recently took on a Movember 60 challenge that pitted the Backs vs the Forwards in a contest to lift the most reps of 60 kilos over 60 minutes. But why 60? Because globally 60 men die every […]
HSD Christmas message reaches the final frontier
The Christmas message has reached the final frontier, thanks to children at HSD! Pupils in the Early Years have just completed a mission to spread seasonal cheer to parents, guests, fellow pupils, and even little green men, by performing their intergalactic Nativity play, ‘An Out of this World Christmas’. Featuring a sack-full of catchy tunes, […]
Pupils wow audience with superb Winter Concert
Amazing young HSD musicians wowed the audience with superb performances at the School’s Winter Concert. The Caird Hall was buzzing as pupils right the way from L4 through to F6 entertained the audience with a huge range of numbers, spanning multiple genres. Taking to the stage were: the School’s Novice A Pipe Band; Boys’ Choir; […]
Aspiring medics and dentists given uni applications check-up
Aspiring HSD medics and dentists have been given an invaluable university applications check-up. Eight pupils took part in mock MMIs (Multiple Mini Interviews), gaining insightful practice ahead of their UCAS course admissions interviews. The stations were hosted by teachers and three alumni who only recently have been in the pupils’ shoes themselves – current 2nd […]
HSD pupils win three titles at major Mandarin Speaking Competition
HSD pupils shone at the SCEN Youth Summit Mandarin Speaking Competition, winning titles in every category they entered. Demonstrating excellent pronunciation and stage presence, each HSD performance was awarded first place in its category and together the pupils were awarded Best Group Performance. our F1 Group wowed with the inspirational song, ‘As Wished’《如愿》 our F2 […]
Playground project flourishes with planting of hedge
Pupils at The High School of Dundee have planted a hedge as the next stage of its exciting playground improvement project gets set to flourish. With Rector Lise Hudson, the School’s youngest L1 pupil, Chinelo, and eldest F6 student, Lewis, laid in the ground the first saplings of a beech hedge which will border the […]
HSD celebrates Anti-bullying Week 2025
HSD pupils have been celebrating Anti-Bullying Week with events based around the theme of Power for Good. Our Wellbeing Prefects and Rights Respecting Schools Prefects organised a range of activities promoting positive behaviour, reinforcing understanding of the effects of bullying and how pupils can counter the hurt and harm it causes. They planned and hosted […]
School marks Remembrance with its Armistice Parade
The High School of Dundee has marked Remembrance with its Armistice Parade and Service. In tribute to the fallen, including all those from the High School community who have died in armed conflicts past and present, the School’s Combined Cadet Force and Pipe Band completed a parade in front of the school. Watched by pupils, […]
Thrilling tour brings Frankenstein history to life
A thrilling tour through some of Dundee’s hidden corners has brought the inspiration for Frankenstein to life! Did you know Mary Shelley lived in the city for 18 months as a teenager? Our F2 English classes retraced her footsteps to learn how Dundee, its history and stories from its whaling industry helped spark the imagination behind […]
Geographers enjoy spectacular Iceland trip
High School of Dundee pupils have returned from an EPIC trip to Iceland – where geography comes to life spectacularly! In the space of a few unforgettable days the Senior Years group explored thundering waterfalls, erupting geysers, sparkling glaciers, volcanic landscapes and more. From seeing some of Planet Earth’s newest land from atop the cooled lava flow […]
Pupils net superb business of football lesson
After an inspiring talk last year from Mark Cunningham, Head of Commercial and Sponsorship at Dundee United Football Club, our F4 (S4) Business Education pupils took their learning beyond the classroom with a visit to Tannadice Park. They explored the business of football—from the power of sponsorship and the financial realities of the sport, to how […]
Senior pupils share learnings on peer support and violence prevention
Well done to our senior pupils who are ready to share their expertise on some important issues. 19 of our Form 5 (S5) Wellbeing Prefects have completed a 6-week Peer Supporter training programme with local charity Feeling Strong. Next half-term they will be using their new skills to run support sessions for our younger pupils in the […]