www.bridgeofdon.aberdeen.sch.uk, Brimmond School Aberdeen, AB25 3BE Meet the Office Staff. Braehead Way, Bridge of Don, In 1951, the orphanage site became Sacred Heart Villa Academy and in 1977 it became the independent day-school that today offers preschool through eighth-grade Search our Scottish Schools directory of contact details, inspection reports, school level data and more. Stewart first taught in Dunoon Grammar and was appointed, aged 25, as principal teacher of music in 1985 to the then Powis Academy, Aberdeen. This school is a Privately managed School and is identified by establishment number #None. Mrs Falconer School Team. 2150 Fircrest Dr SE Aberdeen, AB11 8FJ Aberdeen, AB22 8UR Mrs Henderson Mr Hendry believes he was always destined to be a teacher and said he knew from the age of 12 he would do so. AB24 1SX Aberdeen, AB24 4EA Aberdeen, AB15 8HB That will give a real opportunity for both sets of staff and both sets of young people to work together.. Mrs Hesford, Depute Head Teachers Home More. Aberdeen, AB16 5BL Unlimited access to all Tes magazine content, Middle management in a Scottish school: 5 things to know, Ofsted crisis: Heads back call to halt inspector work, Plan for a range of teacher pay levels, schools told, Parents support for teacher strike softens, Jean Gross: How school has to change for disadvantaged pupils to thrive, Heads and teachers to plan for joint strikes, How were making flexible working a reality for all staff, Why every ITT trainee should have to go to special school or AP. Aberdeen Birkhall Parade, Aberdeen, AB22 8HH Seaton Place East People were also quick to praise him for the work he did at the Wellington Circle secondary. 18-20 Albyn Place, by Friday 2nd September 2022. New To Our School. Aberdeen Scots law and religious convention only allowed the re-introduction of stained glass in 1866 and there were no manufacturers then to fill the skills gap so the earliest windows are of English creation. He completed a Master of Education degree in 2001. Stewart will be very sadly missed by us all. Miss Benetti He made a tremendous contribution to the lives of so many St Machar pupils. www.hanover.aberdeen.sch.uk, Harlaw Academy [email protected] Aidan Buckley A notable modern addition to the cathedral's artistic treasures is a carved wooden triptych commemorating John Barbour, archdeacon of Aberdeen (d. 1395), author of The Brus. Mrs Moir Skene Street Stewart Gilmour, depute headteacher of St Machar Academy in Aberdeen, died on June 26, aged 48, after being diagnosed with cancer just four days previously, https://www.tes.com/magazine/archive/obituary-96. Miss Watson, Business Education All Secondary Schools continue up to 6th year and have a Pupil Support Centre. The ruined transepts and crossing are under the care of Historic Environment Scotland, and contain an important group of late medieval bishops' tombs, protected from the weather by modern canopies. WebThis is the website for the English Faculty at St Machar Academy. Aberdeen, AB24 3YZ Aberdeen, AB21 9DG Head Teacher of this school is None. We are a Disability Confident Employer. oldmachar.aberdeen.sch.uk/, Quarryhill School WebSaint Machar Machar was a 6th-century Irish Saint active in Scotland. Kepplehills Road His left quarter ended up in Aberdeen and is buried in the walls of the cathedral.[1]. Education Scotland is a national body for supporting quality and improvement in learning and teaching. Aberdeen, AB16 6PQ Speaking about why he applied for the head teacher vacancy, Mr Hendry said: I am really excited about the opportunity Inverurie gives us. [2] The central tower and spire collapsed in 1688, in a storm, and this destroyed the choir and transepts. Great Northern Road, Aberdeen, AB15 6HE He spent 12 years at St Machar Academy as a Principal Teacher of Guidance, Assistant Head Teacher, and a Deputy Head Teacher. These include a possibly 7th8th-century cross-slab from Seaton (the only surviving evidence from Aberdeen of Christianity at such an early date); a rare 12th century sanctuary cross-head; and several well-preserved late medieval effigies of cathedral clergy, valuable for their detailed representation of contemporary dress. Stewart had these in abundance. [email protected] We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation. His move to senior management in 1999 was well deserved. AB13 0BF Cornhill School Website, Countesswells School Aberdeen, AB15 8AD [email protected] Aberdeen, AB21 9EL Technically, St Machar's is no longer a cathedral but rather a high kirk, as it has not been the seat of a bishop since 1690. 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Mrs Donald [email protected] Brimmond School Website, Broomhill School [email protected] WebSt Machar Academy Aberdeen City Type: Secondary Responsible body: Aberdeen City Address: St Machar Drive, Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, AB24 3YZ Telephone: 01224 492855 No current report available Message: We publish our findings from inspections and reviews of establishments/services on our website. [email protected] The Scottish Government has brought a range of this information together in a school information dashboard for primary, secondary and special schools. St Machar Academy First Year recorded their first victory of the CNR International League season beating Harlaw Academy S1 7-2. Neil Hendry has been appointed Head Teacher of Inverurie Academy. Twitter social link [email protected] Aberdeen You want to guide young people; you want to give them the best possible opportunities to chase their dreams. You want to guide young people; you want to give them the best possible opportunities to chase their dreams. He had wide musical interests and was a member of Aberdeen Jazz Orchestra and Granite City Brass. Milltimber Aberdeen, AB22 8UR Under his leadership music was a vibrant, successful department where pupils engaged with the subject and achieved great success. Beach Boulevard See our list of, All content and 2023 Aberdeen City Council. On the unique flat panelled ceiling of the nave (first half of the 16th century) are the heraldic shields of the contemporary kings of Europe, and the chief earls and bishops of Scotland. [email protected] St Machar is said to have been a companion of St Columba on his journey to Iona. Aberdeen WebOur partnership supports their Ambassador Programme, which recruits, trains, and supports LGBTQ+ ambassadors aged 18-25 to deliver inspiring and educational school sessions which champion LGBTQ+ equality. Miss McPherson, S6 SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM 97 talking about this. WebSt Machar Academy Contact Details. www.danestone.aberdeen.sch.uk, Dyce Academy Danestone Circle, I really like the idea of a school bang in the middle of a town, and in a town that I believe very much looks after its community very well. Aberdeen Journals Ltd 2023. Isabel McIntyre Stewart Gilmour, depute headteacher of St Machar Academy in Aberdeen, died on June 26, aged 48, after being diagnosed with cancer just Mr Hendry said the possibility of helping pupils in Inverurie will continue to be his goal. I hope he has the pleasure of seeing generations of young people in Inverurie undertake their education at this well thought of school.. Head Teacher @Oldmachar . Alternatively, you can subscribe for just 1 per month for the next three months and get: You can subscribe for just 1 per month for the next three months and get: Subscribe for just 1 per month for the next 3 months to get unlimited access to all Tes magazine content. If you suspect your child has a Fax: (360) 443-3662. Madrona Heights Developmental Preschool is located at: Aberdeen, AB23 8NJ In 2011 the Reverend Jane Barron became the first female minister of St Machar's Cathedral. Sunnybank Road, It is now one of the few churches in Scotland to have a set of bells designed for change ringing.[9]. Mrs Reid [email protected] St Machar Academy is an Aberdeen City Council secondary school on St Machar Drive. Mr Hendry said: I am really excited about the opportunity Inverurie gives us. Caledonian Place [email protected] WebOur School. Abbotswell School Aberdeen, AB22 8RR www.hazleheadacy.aberdeen.sch.uk, Hazlehead School Telephone: 01224 820887. In 2020 the cathedral embarked on a 1.85m project to re-slate the roof, clean the heraldic ceiling, and repair some of the stained glass windows. www.middletonpark.aberdeen.sch.uk, Mile End School Many congratulations on your appointment as Head Teacher. Mrs Watt, Music Instructors [email protected] www.hazlehead-ps.aberdeen.sch.uk, Heathryburn School Ray McAleese, Bishop Gavin Dunbar: Nobleman, Statesman, Catholic Bishop, Administrator and Philanthropist. You are then looking to create that positive ripple from the campus out to the wider community., Another aspect that attracted Mr Hendry to lead Inverurie Academy is the chance to work closely with St Andrews School, which is also based at the Community Campus. Countesswells Road According to legend, St Machar founded a site of worship in Old Aberdeen in about 580. The 47 million school opened in 2018 to replace Torry and Kincorth academies. Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}571011N 20608W / 57.1698N 2.1021W / 57.1698; -2.1021. There are real opportunities to work with a variety of different partners. Mrs Mack Mrs I Reid. Or register to get 2 articles free per month. [email protected] If you are raising a concern about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please contact police or social work, who will investigate the concern. [email protected] Cummings Park Drive, Mrs Cunningham Active Schools Co-ordinator The chancel was demolished in 1560 during the Scottish Reformation. Stewart Gilmour, depute headteacher of St Machar Academy in Aberdeen, died on June 26, aged 48, after being diagnosed with cancer just four days previously. Published by at 14 Marta, 2021. 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AB243NJ www.kittybrewster.aberdeen.sch.uk, Links Nursery and Hub The new campus is obviously attractive but also the location of the school. Ms Shaw, Modern Languages !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)? 45 Ashley Road, Issues not related to the website will not be actioned. Tip Line. www.braehead.aberdeen.sch.uk, Bramble Brae School The cathedral is chiefly built of outlayer granite. by Walter R. H. Duncan, Friends of St Machar, Occasional Publications, Series 2, No. He was a committed Christian and worked extensively for his church. Miss Cormack - Upper Strings Cheyne's progress included piers for an extended choir at the transept crossing. He ran lunchtime clubs, organised a number of school trips and was the musical director of five excellent school shows. [email protected] Principal's Corner. You can read two more articles on Tes for free this month if you register using the button below. WebThe Head Teacher of St Machar will drive the strategic direction of learning and teaching and the curriculum to deliver improved outcomes for young people, as well as assisting in www.kingsford.aberdeen.sch.uk, Kingswells School The range and quality of stained glass in St Machar's is exceptional. Quarry Road Stewart Gilmour, depute headteacher of St Machar Academy in Aberdeen, died on June 26, aged 48, after being diagnosed with cancer just four days previously. Aberdeen We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families:[email protected]. Mr Hammond - Woodwind www.st-peters.aberdeen.sch.uk, Stoneywood School www.heathryburn.aberdeen.sch.uk, Holy Family RC School Aberdeen, AB12 3HE School Report. Example 3 Show that lim n n 1 n u u + = 1 for the series 2 1 1 n n = and that the series converges. [email protected], Ashley Road School [email protected] Mr Warham - Lower Strings, Oldmachar Academy www.airyhall.aberdeen.sch.uk, Ashgrove Children's Centre M r s L . He left Aberdeen as a goalkeeper and a badminton player and left Liverpool as a rugby player. [email protected] A Bishop of Irish origin, Machar is said to have been a former nobleman, baptized by St Colman. AB21 9DF Kirkhill School Website, Kittybrewster School Miss Johnston [email protected] These visits are to local venues within the local school area or city boundary, involve easily managed activities and happen on a regular basis. [email protected] There are real opportunities to work with a variety of different partners. He believed passionately in education and was very much for change if it improved learning and teaching, and opportunities for pupils. [email protected] www.cultsprimary.aberdeen.sch.uk, Danestone School She was formerly minister at St Andrew's Church, Jerusalem and Stobswell Parish Church, Dundee. Kingswells Avenue, Kingswells, [email protected] Following that role, Mr Hendry was head teacher of Northfield Academy for five years before becoming head teacher of the new Lochside Academy. Aberdeen, AB24 3QG Aberdeen AB10 7HR A pupil of Garnock Academy, he gained a diploma in music teaching at Aberdeen College of Education, graduating with distinction in teaching practice and academic subjects. [email protected] www.loirston.aberdeen.sch.uk, Manor Park School MidstocketRoad [email protected] That was an understatement - Stewart achieved so much during his teaching career and in his life, and he made a real difference. Mrs Clark Aberdeen, AB22 8ZN The site is best viewed using Google Chrome or Firefox. Education Scotland publishes the findings from inspections and reviews of early learning and childcare settings, schools and services on the Education Scotland website. Riverbank School Website, Scotstown School He believed in equal opportunity for all and actively promoted fairness. www.northfield.aberdeen.sch.uk, Oldmachar Academy In 2015 Rev Barry Dunsmore became minister of St Machar's Cathedral. St Pauls Place, Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 2JE. Mr Anderson Crathes House Pupil Support - Curriculum The heraldic ceiling features 48 coats of arms in three rows of sixteen. Mr Johnston (S2/S5 Year Head) AB16 7RW Riverview Drive, Dyce, After that Mr Hendry became Head Teacher of Northfield Academy for five years before becoming Head Teacher of the new Lochside Academy, bringing together the two secondary schools in Kincorth and Torry. Regent Walk Groats Road, We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our roles and who: Further information can be found athttps://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs, Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1AB, Head Teacher St Machar Academy - ABC09316, read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link, https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs, Experience of senior management responsibility in appropriate educational environment, Knowledge of the cycle of school improvement planning and resource allocation. Aberdeen, AB25 2UN WebAddress: Craigton Road Milngavie East Dunbartonshire, G62 7HS East Dunbartonshire Culbokie Primary School Type: Primary Address: Dingwall Highland, IV7 8JH Highland Glenboig Primary School Type: Primary, Gaelic Address: 5 South Medrox Street By Coatbridge North Lanarkshire, ML5 2RH North Lanarkshire Wimberley Estate Childcare Aberdeen, AB22 8UR www.seaton.aberdeen.sch.uk, Nursery www.tullosprimary.aberdeen.sch.uk, Louise Singer and Alison Mackinlay (Acting), Walker Road School Aberdeen, AB16 7YB WebMadrona Heights Developmental Preschool Program provides Special Education services and support for eligible preschoolers age 3 - 5 years old. Above all, Stewart was a family man and was the proud father of five children. Phone: (360) 443-3625 [1] In August 2002, Linksfield Academy was closed and merged with St Machar Academy. He valued the pupils as individuals and was prepared to work with them, no matter their ability or attitude. Thats why you come into teaching. Primary Benvie. www.mileend.aberdeen.sch.uk, Milltimber School Greenbrae Crescent, Bridge of Don, This page will promote the activities of the school, celebrate success and communicate key messages. I am pleased to see he is very passionate in giving young people opportunities they need to thrive in life.