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Duke of EdinburghWe’ve had word of a few pupils dropping DofE before we have started, stating that they are advised to focus on exams. DofE is a commitment, but pupils can choose an activity in each of the 3 sections (Physical, Volunteering and Skills) that they already do. For example:Physical – a pupil might already go to netball and the physical skill they can work is improving their passing or shootingVolunteering – they may already help with a sport at a primary school, or help a neighbour by cleaning, or cutting their grass. Skill – they already play a musical instrument or want to work on improving their drawing or painting. There are so many options and we can be flexible with things they already do. Other than keeping a quick log of what they do each week, and attending after school on a Monday, DofE doesn’t need to be a massive undertaking. Pupils can develop other skills, learn to work with others and get out and enjoy the landscapes around us. Exams are important, but DofE is seen as a very respectable qualification by many employers and further education institutes. It’s not too late to sign up! Send your child to Mr Grieve for more information, or a sign up sheet!

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Home Economics

Staff

  • Mrs G. Tait
  • Mrs E. Barclay
  • Miss J. Ellison

 

Department

Food for thought, life and wellbeing is a daily concept for the team of Home Economics specialists here at Stromness Academy; using practical work to demonstrate theory.
From S1 to S6, students are given the opportunity to develop an understanding of ingredients, learn basic life skills and demonstrate a creative flair. Non practical lessons continue the interactive theme; sensory analysis, taste testing and product evaluation to name but a few.
The Fashion & Textile course is a highly practical subject which will allow you to show off your creativity. The course begins with all the basics to build up confidence. You will then start to learn about various techniques which will allow you to create a variety of fashion and textiles items which you can then design yourself. Examples of items that you will make are fleece hats, pencil cases, cushions, tote bags, skirts and pyjamas bottoms.

 

Facilities

1 food room with 10 working stations
1 food room with 5 working stations and classroom seating
1 textiles room with 6 sewing machines and classroom seating

 

Courses

Course Choice

BGE

Fashion & Textile

Food Technology BGE

Senior Phase (S4-6)

Fashion and Textiles N4 & N5 H

Hospitality N4 & N5

 

S1

S2

S3

Food Technology
Textile Techology

 

Senior Phase S4-S6 (SQA)

National 4 Hospitality  National 5 Fashion
National 5 Hospitality  Higher Fashion
National 4 Fashion 

 

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