Excursions

Excursions at JGHS

Over the years there has been growing recognition of the benefits of offering out-of-classroom experiences and excursions to pupils. At James Gillespie’s High School we offer a wide and varied programme. School trips develop and reinforce concepts covered in the classroom, contribute to developing more rounded individuals and make learning experiences more interesting and relevant. Pupils gain enormously from learning in new and often unfamiliar environments. As a school we place a large emphasis on developing relationships based on mutual respect.

Excursion Grants

The school is given a very small excursion fund of around £1,000 from the authority to support excursions on an annual basis. In addition, there are funds generated by fund raising from the school community. These are not sufficient to cover all needs and can only support in a limited way.

Specific information on available excursions will be kept updated via our school app.