Our Bronze DofE Group have also been presented with their certificates! Congratulations to each of you - well done!

🎉 A huge well done to our group of S2 pupils who organised their very own mock careers fair! With support from the English Department, DYW (Developing the Young Workforce), Art, and the Home Economics Department, they pulled off a fantastic event full of creativity.

Pupils researched careers that interested them, created displays and designed interactive tasks and activities to engage visitors at their stands. Local employers were invited in to offer the pupils support, and all S2 and S3 pupils had the chance to visit the fair.

Our talented photography team acted as roving paparazzi 📸 A special shout-out to the Practical Cookery class for preparing delicious treats to serve our guests. 🍰

Thanks to everyone who took part and helped make this such a successful and inspiring event!

Our Higher Business class had a fantastic opportunity to hear from Mia from Morrison Construction, who delivered an inspiring and informative talk on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Mia shared real-life insights into what CSR looks like in practise, how it impacts communities and businesses, and what her role involves day-to-day. It was a brilliant way for pupils to connect classroom learning with real-world experience.

A big thank you to our Developing the Young Workforce Inverness & Central Highland School Coordinator, Gillian Denovan for organising this visit.

Day 5 – Earthquakes, Lava & Vikings!

Our final full day in Iceland was packed with geothermal wonders, underground adventures, and a touch of Viking flair.

We started in the steamy town of Hveragerði, where we visited the Earthquake House and experienced what a real earthquake feels like on the simulator.

Next, we visited a geothermal tomato greenhouse and got to try some tomato flavoured ice cream! Then we relaxed at the Secret Lagoon, one of Iceland’s oldest swimming hot springs – the perfect place to soak up some geothermal goodness.

From there, we descended into the Lava Tunnel, an incredible ancient lava tube formed thousands of years ago. At one point the guide turned off the lights, plunging us into total darkness.

To finish the day, we returned to Reykjavík for some well-earned free time exploring the capital’s sights, shops, and souvenirs.

We spent our final night in style – at a Viking-themed hotel complete with longhouses and Viking style banquet.

Check out our photos from the tour in the photo gallery section 📷

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Day 4 – Puffins, Volcanoes & Belugas!

Today’s adventures took us by (electric!) ferry to the beautiful Vestmannaeyjar Islands, where we explored the fascinating island of Heimaey – famous for the powerful 1973 volcanic eruption.

We began with a walking tour of the town, then visited the moving Eldheimar Museum, built over houses buried in ash and lava flows. We learned about traditional Icelandic life and the resilience of a community that refused to give up and battled the lava flows.

Next, we visited the Sea Life Sanctuary where we met some of the island’s marine life – and had the unforgettable experience of seeing Little Grey and Little White, two Beluga Whales rescued from bad conditions in a Seaworld in Asia. Only this week they were moved to the centre for their health check. You can watch the documentary here!

To end the day, we travelled to the dramatic cliffs of Heimaey, where we watched hundreds of puffins nesting and diving.

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Well done to our 2025 YPI winners, who went to Perth National YPI Event along with other winners from the Highlands in order to celebrate their success in the competition this year. These students won £3000 for Crocus Highland, which will go towards making toolkits for secondary school students who have experienced a bereavement and need some support. Superb!