Aims and Philosophy
Modern Studies aims to educate young people to become interested and active citizens of the future. Usually described as “politics and a bit more”, it studies how we make decisions in our society (the government and politics bit), and then goes on to look at some of society’s problems, in Scotland, in the UK, and in the global context.
The departments main aims are for learners to:
- Be happy
- Be interested
- Do well
- Look to the future
Success Headlines
- Entry in BBC Schools Questions & Answers Competition in December 2011
- Mock Election for the school during the General Election in May 2010
- S5/6 pupils took part in mini-trials at the Sheriff Court in October 2010
- 2nd year pupils take part in the Edinburgh S2 Modern Studies Quiz
Staff
Mr J Dunnigan
Ms A McGhee (PT Support for Pupils)
Mrs G Saunders
