Pupils scoop chance to create ice-cream for Jannettas
The prize in the Business Education department’s popular Jannettas Gelateria Design-a-Gelato Competition has been scooped! Teams of F1 pupils took up the exciting challenge of dreaming up the next great Jannettas ice-cream flavour, with Eva, Emily, and Sienna’s innovative Sea Buckthorn Swirl Sorbet being adjudged the winner. Eight groups were shortlisted for the final in […]
The Fabric of Dundee: Pupils Spin STEM into Life
F2 pupils at HSD brought Dundee’s rich jute heritage to life through a hands-on, STEM-focused exploration of textile manufacturing. The day-long event – The Fabric of Dundee – challenged pupils to uncover the science and technology behind both natural and synthetic textiles through a blend of research, experimentation, and crafting. A highlight of the day […]
Project Wellbeing
Mental health is one of the most important foundations for a healthy and long life. And yet the mental health of children and adolescents has been widely described as being in crisis, with the Children and Young People’s Commissioner Scotland stating that one in four young people in Scotland face mental health challenges every week. […]
Get ready for HSD’s production of Pippin the Musical
Ever felt like you were meant for something bigger? Join us for a stunning, high-energy musical about the universal search for fulfilment. Step into a world of magic, mystery and spectacle as The High School of Dundee proudly presents PIPPIN, the Broadway hit musical by Grammy award winning composer Stephen Schwartz (Godspell and Wicked). Filled […]
HSD pupils beta test for Abertay computer games designers
Pupils in the High School of Dundee Junior Years were thrilled to get a taste of life inside the fast‑paced world of computer games development this week. Children in the Digital Leaders club crossed the road to Abertay University for an exciting hands‑on mission as real beta testers. The internationally renowned Department of Games and […]
HSD Cadets impress in Biennial Inspection
Teamwork, confidence and a real appetite for learning were on display in abundance as our cadets completed an excellent Biennial Inspection. Across two action‑packed days, the two HSD Combined Cadet Force platoons developed key field skills, took part in patrols and section training, and impressed during practical stands delivered by 7 SCOTS, including navigation, stalking, […]
Premiere performance takes centre stage at very special Spring Concert
Dundee’s Caird Hall will come alive on Thursday 2nd April as HSD unveils a brand-new composition. The centrepiece of the School’s Spring Concert will be the public premiere of a special 11-minute piece by the school’s Director of Music, Dr Lionel Steuart Fothringham. As if organising the event wasn’t enough, Dr Steuart Fothringham has written […]
HSD appoints new Executive Rector
The High School of Dundee is delighted to announce the appointment of Irfan Latif as its new Executive Rector. He will take up the position at the start of the Autumn Term 2026, following the retirement of Lise Hudson at the end of this academic year after 36 years of dedicated service to the school, […]
School welcomes Canmore Trust to talk to pupils
We were very pleased to welcome John Gibson from The Canmore Trust into school today to talk to our F5 (S5) pupils. The charity has been featured on the BBC website recently for its brilliant work to raise suicide awareness and prevention with schools, colleges and universities and this was John’s fourth visit to HSD […]
International Women’s Day 2026
To mark her final International Women’s Day as our Rector, Lise Hudson shares her own personal reflections on this year’s theme, Give to Gain.  I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what it means to give. Not the kind of giving that comes with a certificate, a title, or a spotlight. Not the kind […]
Pupils perform their own fantastic production of Cluedo
Bravo to our F6 pupils who put on a spectacular, sold-out performance of Cluedo last night! The pupils – led by Director George – took the reins on every aspect of the production —from acquiring performing rights, running to a budget, innovation and set design to lighting, sound and fostering a strong sense of teamwork. […]
Perfect preparation meets eloquent delivery in Public Speaking final
Perfect preparation and eloquent delivery came to the fore in the final of the 2026 Junior Years Public Speaking Competition. Each pupil impressed the audience with their confidence and clarity on the subject of ‘My favourite author’. Congratulations to all our finalists and especially to joint winners Peter and Emilia and runner-up Hamish. Since the […]
HSD to celebrate city’s story with immersive Verdant Works event
Dundee’s rich historical tapestry is set to take centre stage on 2nd March when the High School of Dundee hosts an immersive evening of music, song and spoken word at Verdant Works. Bonnie Dundee – Music in the Mill – will guide the audience on a musical journey through Dundee’s evolution from the 1840s to […]
HSD Multicultural Week 2026
HSD has been celebrating its diverse community. A huge well done to our Senior Prefects for organising Multicultural Week, a 5-day series of events highlighting the varied cultures that exist within our school, local community, and beyond. There was a henna workshop, a multi-language greetings wall, a Multicultural Showcase in Trinity, and a quiz. It […]
Pupil production brings mystery and mayhem to HSD stage
Mystery and mayhem is coming to the stage of HSD! A classic whodunnit is getting a fresh twist this month as our F6 pupils prepare to unveil their very own production of Cluedo on February 26th. Directed by pupil George Duffus and inspired by Jonathan Lynn’s iconic screenplay, the show promises a riotous blend of […]
Junior School earns Eco Schools Green Flag
The High School of Dundee Junior School is celebrating the award of the coveted Eco Schools Green Flag. An international accreditation, it recognises the Junior Years’ commitment to environmental action and to embedding sustainable development across school life. The award assessors praised pupils and staff for their work across a number of initiatives aimed at […]
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 […]