The Performing Arts faculty is at the heart of creative life at JGHS. Music permeates the whole school — over 700 students participate in the annual Christmas Concert and more than 300 receive individual instrumental tuition. Drama builds confidence and creativity through performance and production. Media develops critical and creative skills in film, television and digital storytelling.
Curriculum Leader: Mrs H Stygal
Explore Our Subjects
Music
Music is central to life at JGHS. Students develop practical performance, composition and analysis skills across a wide variety of musical styles, supported by a rich programme of concerts, ensembles and instrumental tuition.
Drama
Drama develops performance, directing and production skills through a range of theatrical styles. Students build confidence, creativity, collaborative skills and reflective practice in an expressive and supportive environment.
Media Studies
Media Studies develops critical and creative skills in analysing and producing film, television, radio and digital content. Students explore how the media industry operates and its influence on society and culture.
Music Technology
Music Technology develops skills in audio recording, production and music software. Students learn to capture, edit and mix sound, exploring both the creative and technical aspects of modern music production.
Qualifications on Offer
Broad General Education (S1–S3)
- S1–S3 Drama and Music (all students)
- National 3 (S3)
- National 4 (S3/S4)
Senior Phase (S4–S6)
- National 5, Higher, Advanced Higher (Drama, Music)
- National 5, Higher (Media Studies, Music Technology)
- Foundation Apprenticeship in Creative Digital Media (S6)
Our Teaching Team
Music
- Mrs H Stygal
- Mrs L Shearer
- Mrs C Brockie
- Mrs C Campbell-Welsh
- Mrs P Cooney
- Mr B Glen
Drama & Media
- Mr Z Sulleyman
- Mrs M Conroy
- Mr M Hardie