Annan Academy News

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

S1 Trip - Galloway Activity Centre

During the last week of S1, nearly 100 S1 pupils spent the day at the Galloway Activity Centre at Loch Ken. We enjoyed the Slip and Slide, Climb & Zip Wire, Lazer Tag and Paddleboarding. A fantastic time was had with staff commenting on how proud they were of pupils trying each activity and representing the school so well! ☺️

Thanks also to our school community, in particular Annan Academy Parent Council who helped to fundraise to cover the cost of the buses! 👏

There are lots more pictures which pupils can see via their Tutors, however attached is a selection of photos and videos so you can share in the fun! 😃

Article 24: Every child has the right to support for their physical and mental health.
Article 31: Every child has the right to play.

08/06/2026

SCHOOL SHOW RAFFLE PRIZES 🏆

If anyone has anything that they would be able to donate to the raffle , please could you hand it in to the school office. Thanks so much !

05/06/2026

Ken Muir Awards

Congratulations to all our Ken Muir Award winners - Limar Dyab, Gabi Korbut, Carmen Barbour, Gracie-Mae Fletcher and Sophie-Li Dalgliesh. Ken Muir Awards are given to those who have shown grit, dedication, and the biggest distance travelled throughout their Powering Futures journey. Pupils were invited to attend an award ceremony at Stirling University on Monday. Pictured are Sophie and Gracie-May.

Well done everyone!!

Article 29: Every child has the right to learn to respect and care for the environment.

04/06/2026

⚽🌍 Football World Cup fever has arrived at Access Academy! 🌍⚽

Our young people have been busy exploring countries from around the world, learning about national flags, discovering different cultures, and making their own World Cup predictions.

There have been some great discussions, plenty of friendly competition, and lots of excitement as everyone chooses who they think will lift the trophy! 🏆

It’s fantastic to see learning brought to life through a topic that inspires curiosity, teamwork and engagement.

Who do you think will be crowned World Cup champions? ⚽🌟



Article 29
Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.

04/06/2026

Event on now, please come along to see what support services are available in our area!

A reminder of the Children, Young People and Families event taking place on Thursday, see details below.

Article 24: Every child has the right to the care and support they need to stay well.

04/06/2026

Sporting Success - Netball 🏃‍♀️

Our two junior teams took part in the D&G regional netball tournament last week.

After some tough games in the morning the junior A team got through to play in the the cup tournament in the afternoon. The pupils demonstrated some excellent netball skills and showed real determination throughout their games. The pupils were awarded bronze medals for their effort. Player of the day from junior A was Evie Stewart.

The junior B team played out their afternoon session in the plate tournament. Again, demonstrating some quality passing, intercepting and shooting. The players were also awarded bronze medals for their efforts. Player of the day: Aaliyah Marshall.

Well done to all girls involved. You have had an excellent season💛🖤💛🖤

Article 31: Every child has the right to play.

04/06/2026

Less than two weeks to go until opening night!
Come and see this super lot in action from 16th-19th June! Let’s get this hall packed!

Tickets on sale now!

ARTICLE 31 (leisure, play and culture)
Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.

04/06/2026

A massive thank you to our whole school community and in particular Miss Todd and Wendy Hamilton for continuing to support this initiative. Brilliant to be recognised on Border News for the community effort!

As mentioned on the news clip, the competition deadline has been extended until July.

An incredible prize up for grabs if we can hold on to top spot!

Article 29: Every child has the right to learn to respect and care for the environment.

03/06/2026

YPI Winners 2026

Last week, S6 pupils took part in the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative. YPI is the biggest independent initiative being delivered in Scottish education. Each school is responsible for directing a grant of £3000 to a local charity championed by its students through a unique programme of teamwork, research and competition.

The winning presentation was created by Ava Vickers, Deryn Johnstone, Amelia Bell, Lily Irving and Gracie-Mae Fletcher for their chosen charity, Annandale and Eskdale Disability Sports. The group most closely met the judging criteria and gave a very clear indication of what the £3000 would be spent on.

Well done to all S6 pupils for their hard work during the week!

Article 23: A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and as far as possible, independence and to play an active part in the community.

Article 29: Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights.