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Secondary School Meals Menu April 2026Wednesday 25th March 2026New menu for after Easter holidays
Written by Thurso High School
Rugby U14sFriday 6th March 2026Results of the 6 series schools' rugby competition
Written by Thurso High School
Skibo Castle VisitFriday 6th March 2026Pupils from Wick and Thurso High Schools visited Skibo Castle
Written by Thurso High School
Breakfast ClubMonday 23rd February 2026Thursday mornings Breakfast Club - F5
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FutureChef Regional FinalsFriday 20th February 2026THS pupil in annual FutureChef competition
Written by Thurso High School
Football Under 14sFriday 20th February 2026U14s County Cup
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S1/2 Girls' FootballFriday 20th February 2026Defeat to Forres Academy
Written by Thurso High School
RugbyFriday 20th February 2026S1/2 pupils compete in Invergordon
Written by Thurso High School
Eco Committee working on Green Flag AwardFriday 20th February 2026Bulb planting at THS
Written by Thurso High School
S1 BlookitFriday 20th February 2026S1 Giant Blookit event
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Canon Walker prizeFriday 20th February 2026Presented for the greatest number of merits in a school session
Written by Thurso High School
William Miller PrizeFriday 20th February 2026Prize for highest attainment in the 2025 SQA exam diet
Written by Thurso High School
Kathryn Mackay Endeavour AwardsFriday 20th February 2026Kathryn Mackay Endeavour Awards awarded at school assemblies
Written by Thurso High School
S1 NetballFriday 20th February 2026S1 Netball team travelled to Inverness for match
Written by Thurso High School
Thank you - netballFriday 20th February 2026THS Netball Club receives new dressses
Written by Thurso High School
Remembrance DayFriday 20th February 2026THS represented at Thurso Remembrance Day Service.
Written by Thurso High School
Gaelic Debating CompetitionFriday 7th November 2025Two THS gaelic pupils took part in National Gaelic Schools' Debate Competition
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thurso High School Dux Award 2024-25Monday 27th October 2025For the person who attained the highest set of Higher grades in S5
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thurso High School Clubs FairMonday 27th October 2025THS Clubs Fair - Thursday 6th November | 11:35 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Quiz NightWednesday 8th October 2025Save the date - Fri 7 November
Written by Mrs Geddes
Parent Information EveningTuesday 16th September 2025Save the Date for our SQA Parent Information Evening
Written by Mrs Geddes
PE Extra Curricular ClubsTuesday 2nd September 2025Please find attached a list of all the PE Extra Curricular clubs.
Written by Mrs Geddes
P7 Parents' EveningWednesday 11th June 2025P7 Parents' Evening will be held Tuesday 17 June.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Award for HistoryTuesday 6th May 2025This year's recipient of the Val Hewison Award for outstanding performance in History.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Sponsored WalkTuesday 29th April 2025S1-3 will be participating in a sponsored walk on 19 May 2025
Written by Mrs Geddes
S6 Fundraising Committee Tuesday 29th April 2025Coffee afternoon for Fishermen's Mission
Written by Mrs Geddes
Dress A Girl around the World - UK ProjectWednesday 19th March 2025S3 Fashion and Textiles students completed a project by the charity Dress A Girl Around the World - UK
Written by Mrs Geddes
Maths ChallengeWednesday 26th February 2025THS Team visit Kingussie High School for Maths Challenge
Written by Mrs Geddes
World Host CertificatesFriday 14th February 2025Travel and Tourism pupils receive awards
Written by Mrs Geddes
Stepping Out LGBTQIA Support Group sessionsWednesday 29th January 2025Stepping Out are holding a free gaming evening on 8 February 2025
Written by Mrs Geddes
Eden Court’s Queer Youth Arts Collective (QYAC)Tuesday 14th January 2025Eden Court’s Queer Youth Arts Collective is an online creative space for Highland-based LGBTI young people aged 13 to 18 and is open to new participants.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Parent & Carer CafeThursday 14th November 2024School Nurse Services - find out how school nurses can support your child.
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS Pool TournamentTuesday 1st October 2024THS held a pool tournament in memory of former pupil Danial Graham.
Written by Mrs Geddes
RDA WinnerTuesday 28th May 2024Countryside Challenge competition
Written by Mrs Geddes
Maths MasterclassesThursday 16th May 2024Four Thurso High pupils participated in Maths Masterclasses
Written by Mrs Geddes
Gaelic Medium Provision MeetingFriday 10th May 2024Meeting for parents/caters either already with children in Gaelic education or interested in finding out what the plans are to get the Nursery, primary, secondary and hopefully Gaelic learners going forward.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Prefect TeamTuesday 16th April 20242023-24 and 2024-25 Prefect Team Meeting
Written by Mrs Geddes
Lego League ChallengeThursday 21st March 2024THS takes part in the First Lego League Challenge
Written by Mrs Geddes
School Meal Price IncreaseWednesday 20th March 2024Effective from 15 April 2024
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS Wins at FilmG AwardsTuesday 27th February 2024Thurso High School winners at the prestigious FilmG awards in Glasgow
Written by Mrs Geddes
Future Chef CompetitionFriday 16th February 2024Two pupils represented Thurso High School at the regional finals of Future Chef
Written by Mrs Geddes
Community Wind Band Fun DayMonday 29th January 2024Free of charge community wind band fun day arranged by caithnessmusic.com and Karen Anderson
Written by Mrs Geddes
Fashion and Textiles ClassesFriday 26th January 2024Our Fashion and Textiles students receive visit from local designer
Written by Mrs Geddes
FILM GThursday 25th January 2024S1 and S2 Gàidhlig pupils participated in FilmG
Written by Mrs Geddes
Free School Meals/Clothing Grant Applications 23-24Wednesday 2nd August 2023Just a reminder to apply for free school meals/clothing grants prior the school year starting
Written by Mrs Geddes
UHI North Highland Pathway to College and Employment or Life and Work Skills ProgrammeTuesday 20th June 2023Unlock your potential at UHI North Highland
Written by Mrs Geddes
SQA Online GalleryTuesday 13th June 2023Two ex-Thurso High School pupils have work featured in SQA Online Gallery
Written by Mrs Geddes
Sgoil Shamhraidh - Ceann-latha 23/06 & Cabadaich le Ceòlas!Monday 5th June 2023Registration is still open for Ceòlas' Summer School 2023!
Written by Mrs Geddes
Leadership AwardsTuesday 25th April 2023THS Prefect Team receive Leadership Awards
Written by Mrs Geddes
Fundraiser for UkraineTuesday 25th April 2023Live Jive held to raise funds for British Red Cross's Ukraine appeal
Written by Mrs Geddes
Head Boy and Head Girl ElectionsMonday 24th April 2023Head Boy and Head Girl election results for session 2023-24
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS House Captains 23/24Monday 24th April 2023New House Captains elected for session 2023-24
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS AwardsMonday 24th April 2023Social Subjects Faculty Annual Awards
Written by Mrs Geddes
Seachdain nan Teaghlach / Family Learning WeekSunday 2nd April 2023Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Isle of Skye 10th to 14th July 2023
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thursday 30th March 2023Still time to apply to UHI
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thurso High School Ski Trip 2024Thursday 16th March 2023Please read on if you are interested in our annual ski trip....
Written by Mrs Geddes
ConnectMonday 13th March 2023Safe hangout for high school young adults
Written by Mrs Geddes
Independent Review of Qualifications and Assessments' Online Focus Group SessionMonday 13th March 2023Would you like to attend the above? Then please follow the link below:
Written by Mrs Geddes
Industrial Action 28 February and 1 March 2023Monday 27th February 2023School will be closed to pupils on 28 February and 1 March 2023 due to industrial action
Written by Mrs Geddes
Gaelic Webinar for Parents and Carers of P7 to S3 pupils delivered in GaelicWednesday 8th February 2023Reminder of upcoming Gaelic webinar for parents/carers of P7-S3 pupils
Written by Mrs Geddes
PTA Coffee MorningTuesday 31st January 2023SAVE THE DATE = PTA Coffee Morning, 25th February
Written by Mrs Geddes
Bursaries available for school leaversTuesday 24th January 2023Are you hoping to study a STEM related subject? If so, you may be able to apply for a bursary.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Free Bus Travel for Under 22 year oldsWednesday 23rd November 2022
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS Pupil features at Rugby World CupWednesday 23rd November 2022
Written by Mrs Geddes
Hear My RoarFriday 11th November 2022Eden Court Young Writers Project
Written by Mrs Geddes
Armistice Day 2022Friday 11th November 2022S6 pupils have marked Armistice Day by selling poppies and decorating the school. All pupils will observe a 1 minute silence at 11 o'clockarmistice day
Written by Mrs Geddes
S6 Fundraising CommitteeMonday 7th November 2022The fundraising committee is proud to announce that the total raised on World Heart Day was £384.34
Written by Mrs Geddes
End of term merit awardsMonday 7th November 2022Congratulations to all our House Merit Winners
Written by Mrs Geddes
Fashion Swap 2022Monday 7th November 2022Thurso High School Annual Fashion Swap!
Written by Mrs Geddes
S6 Prefect Team Building EventMonday 7th November 2022This years prefect team travelled to Strathalladale for a team building event.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Dyslexia Awareness Week ScotlandMonday 7th November 2022Dyslexia Awareness week takes place on October 31st to November 6th.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Closure of A Block ClassroomsWednesday 26th October 2022A Block Classroom Closure
Written by Mrs Geddes
Duke of EdinburghMonday 26th September 2022
Written by Mrs Geddes
SDS Webinar for S1 ParentsTuesday 13th September 2022
Written by Mrs Geddes
Pond RefurbishmentMonday 27th June 2022Pond refurbishment in main quad
Written by Mrs Geddes
Scottish European Educational Trust CompetitionMonday 27th June 2022THS Winners
Written by Mrs Geddes
End of Summer TermMonday 27th June 2022End of Summer Term
Written by Mrs Geddes
Caithness Music FestivalMonday 20th June 2022THS Winners
Written by Mrs Geddes
Merit Winners for Session 2021-22Monday 20th June 2022THS Winners
Written by Mrs Geddes
Award for GeographyMonday 20th June 2022Winner of Val Hewison Trophy
Written by Mrs Geddes
Teenage BrainWednesday 11th May 2022Useful tool for P7 parents/carers
Written by Mrs Geddes
Our WorldFriday 25th March 2022
Written by Mrs Geddes
Study Techniques and how parents can help their childWednesday 17th November 2021
Written by Mrs Geddes
Fundraising day in aid of the SamaritansTuesday 12th October 2021S6 Fundraising Committee hold first fundraising event since the pandemic in aid of the local branch of the Samaritans
Written by Mrs Geddes
Covid VaccinationsMonday 4th October 2021Covid Vaccinations for school children aged 12 and over -
Written by Mrs Geddes
Virtual ConcertTuesday 15th June 2021THS's Music Department have prepared a Virtual Concert for you to enjoy
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Council's Military Liaison Group (Education) NewsletterTuesday 27th April 2021Issue 9
Written by Mrs Geddes
Parent Information 01.04.2021Monday 5th April 2021Attachments mentioned in this document can be found on the Parent Information Page.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Dounreay Virtual Work ExperienceThursday 25th March 2021
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS Parent information update 27.02.21Monday 1st March 2021
Written by Mrs Geddes
THS Return to School Parent Information from Highland Council - to all parents 17.2.2021Wednesday 17th February 2021Information from The Highland Council regarding the return to school issued 17 February 2021
Written by Mrs Geddes
S2 Choices Email sent to parentsThursday 11th February 2021
Written by Mrs Geddes
Subject Information BookletsMonday 8th February 2021Subject Information booklets for helping with choices for session 2021/22
Written by Mrs Geddes
S3 Tracking ReportsTuesday 2nd February 2021S3 Tracking reports emailed to parents/guardians
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Fuel Support FundMonday 1st February 2021Households in the Highlands who are on low income and experiencing fuel insecurities as a result of COVID-19 can apply for a Fuel Support Fund.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Parent Council meetingSunday 24th January 2021Date for next meeting
Written by Mrs Geddes
COVID WINTER HARDSHIP PAYMENTSMonday 14th December 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Fundraising day in aid of Archie Foundation and Young MindsMonday 5th October 2020Wear yellow or dress down. No jeans to be worn.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Information from NHS Protection TeamThursday 20th August 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Stay Safe in SchoolsThursday 20th August 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Catering Price ListTuesday 18th August 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
School Lets UpdateThursday 13th August 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thurso High School Reopening August 2020Friday 31st July 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thurso High School Leadership Team 2020/21Monday 29th June 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
August re-opening information to parents and pupils June 26 2020Sunday 28th June 2020Thurso High School Information for pupils and parents on August re-opening 26.06.2020 All parents should have received an email with this information.
Written by Mrs Flavell
Highland's Young People encouraged to apply without delay for EMAFriday 5th June 2020Pupils encouraged to apply for Education Maintenance Allowance
Written by Mrs Geddes
Back to School and Learning 'Carefully and Gradually'Thursday 28th May 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Council appoints Executive Chief OfficerFriday 22nd May 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
North Atlantic Corona Challenge 2020 - Young people encouraged to take partFriday 22nd May 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Council prepares for phased return to new normalThursday 21st May 2020Highland Council’s Recovery Board Chair, Cllr Alasdair Christie has welcomed the publication of the Scottish Government’s road map phasing the way out of lockdown, which was published earlier today.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Council encourages online training during COVID-19Wednesday 20th May 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Update on COVID-19 grants issued by Highland CouncilMonday 18th May 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Limited Grass Cutting to resume in HighlandTuesday 12th May 2020Highland Council has announced it is to begin a restricted grass cutting service across the region.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Council support to families in time of needFriday 8th May 2020Help is at hand for bereaved families in Highland who may find the unexpected cost of funerals out of their reach during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Learning during LockdownFriday 8th May 2020How Highland schools are benefitting from advanced online teaching tools
Written by Mrs Geddes
The Mackay ScholarshipWednesday 6th May 2020Mackay Scholarship available for students commencing undergraduate studies at the University of Aberdeen in September 2020.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Clear Your Head CampaignMonday 4th May 2020Joint news release issued by NHS Highland
Written by Mrs Geddes
Update on small business and Self-Catering Grant SchemeMonday 4th May 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Council ContinuityMonday 4th May 2020The Members, staff and resources of Highland Council continue to be focussed on responding to the COVID-19 emergency.
Written by Mrs Geddes
VE Day 75th AnniversaryMonday 4th May 2020Public commemorations to be held online
Written by Mrs Geddes
Launch of Newly Self-Employed Hardship FundMonday 4th May 2020From today, newly self-employed individuals who have not been able to access support through other schemes will be able to apply for a one-off grant of £2,000.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Thurso High School displaySaturday 2nd May 2020Supporting the NHS from THS staff
Written by Mrs Flavell
Free School Meals FAQsWednesday 15th April 2020Lots of questions answered regarding the recently issued free school meals vouchers
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Business Grants start flowingThursday 9th April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Free School Meals informationThursday 9th April 2020Some FAQs regarding the Scottish Government's voucher scheme for pupils entitled to free school meals
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland Council issues COVID-19 outdoor access guidance reminderTuesday 7th April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Feis Rois to host online traditional music festival next monthTuesday 7th April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Council issues COVID-19 advice to tenantsTuesday 7th April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Council to provide school meals throughout Easter breakMonday 6th April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Change to waste and recycling services aims to protect staffFriday 3rd April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Council reassures people living in remote communities that they will not be left behindFriday 3rd April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Supporting local businesses during COVID-19Wednesday 1st April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Help Available for Council Tax PayersWednesday 1st April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Stay at home guidance – parks, open spaces and public toiletsWednesday 1st April 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Textile Recycling Banks closed across HighlandTuesday 31st March 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Highland communities helping people ‘at risk’ to protect themselves from coronavirusTuesday 31st March 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Public urged to keep eyes and ears open for children at risk during COVID-19Friday 27th March 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
SQA Statement on coursework for National CoursesThursday 26th March 2020
Written by Mrs Geddes
Letter for parents from Chief Executive, Donna Manson, March 20 2020Saturday 21st March 2020Together, we face the most challenging times ahead. The clear and consistent advice from the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland is that being at home and reducing social contact will be key to reducing the spread of the Coronavirus in the Highlands
Written by Mrs Flavell
SQA announcement that the 2020 exam diet has been cancelled.Thursday 19th March 2020Following the news that SQA are not holding exams this session we would like to reassure pupils that Thurso High School staff will be working hard with you, where required, to ensure that robust evidence is in place to support estimated grades
Written by Mrs Flavell
Preparing for school closureThursday 19th March 2020If you as a parent or pupil feel in need of support you can contact CSWs (Children's Service Workers) - see details.
Written by Mrs Flavell
Preparing for school closureWednesday 18th March 2020All parents have been emailed to let them know the arrangements for continuing pupils' education as far as is possible in the weeks ahead. Please see the attachment that was sent out in the Parent Information tab.
Written by Mrs Flavell
College Link PupilsWednesday 18th March 2020North Highland College have decided to suspend the delivery of compulsory face-to-face teaching from close of business on Tuesday the 17th of March.
Written by Mrs Geddes
Latest coronavirus information letter to parents 16.03.20Tuesday 17th March 2020
Written by Mrs Flavell
New coronavirus advice poster and letter to parentsWednesday 11th March 2020As well as the coronavirus poster that has been received, all parents have been emailed the letter below giving the latest information and advice regarding the virus. The letter will also be issued as a paper copy to pupils tomorrow (Thursday 12 March 2020) morning.
Written by Mrs Flavell
Foyer displayWednesday 4th March 2020This display in the school foyer was put together by Clerical Assistant Mrs Moira Horne, following the discovery of the Swanson Golf Cup and dux medals in an old safe in the Head teacher’s office.
Written by Mrs Flavell
Google Guardian email summary invitationsTuesday 3rd March 2020All S1 parent/carers have been emailed inviting them to become Google Guardians and receive regular email summaries of Google Classroom activity. More information on this is contained in Parents - Digital Information.
Written by Mrs Flavell
PTA Coffee Morning 29/2/2020Thursday 27th February 2020PTA Coffee Morning successfundraising
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Berlin Trip Feb 2020Tuesday 18th February 2020S6 pupils visited Berlin during the February long weekend
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Fireskills Course completionFriday 3rd January 2020Ten S3 pupils recently completed the Fireskills course
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Visit to the distilleryFriday 3rd January 2020Higher Business Management class visit to Dunnet Bay Distillery
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Scottish Schools SwimmingFriday 3rd January 2020Eighteen pupils travelled to Inverness in November to swim in the Highland School Swimming Meet
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Travel & Toursim trip to Wick/Jog Airport & Rock Rose Friday 3rd January 2020Pupils from the Travel and Tourism class enjoyed a visit to Wick/JOG Airport and Rock Rose Gin Distillery
Written by Mrs Nicoll
World Host DayFriday 3rd January 2020Travel and Tourism pupils were delighted to have the opportunity of completing a World Host Course.
Written by Mrs Nicoll
River Field TripFriday 3rd January 2020Higher Geography students took a trip up Sandside Burn in order to gather data for their Added Value Unit.
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Bronze Duke of Edinburgh AwardsFriday 3rd January 2020Seven pupils were presented with their Duke of Edinburgh Awards at the end of term assemblies.
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Parent Study ClassWednesday 11th December 2019On Wed 8th Jan 2020 at 7pm Thurso High School is running a parents’ class in how to best support your child with studying
Written by Mrs Flavell
THS Rock Challenge 2019 2nd Place Scottish Finals!Wednesday 4th September 2019
Written by Mrs Nicoll
Rock Challenge 2019Thursday 6th December 2018Thurso High School has been taking part in Rock Challenge for the last 9 years. Will the 'Iolaire' be successful this year?
Written by Mr Farr
Running Group raises money for charitiesTuesday 4th December 2018Four pupils of our running group decided to take advantage of the Mey 10K to raise money for the local Cancer Information and Support Group and the school fund.
Written by Mr Farr
Ski And Snowboarding Trip 2018Tuesday 4th December 2018Our annual snow sports trip to the Aosta Valley 2018
Written by Mr Farr
BadmintonMonday 3rd December 2018THS pupils attended the North of Scotland Regional Qualifying Championships in Inverness.
Written by Mr Farr
Pupils selected in the Highland and Moray District Netball SquadMonday 3rd December 2018Thurso High School pupils Mia Bain and Demi Steedman were selected in the Highland and Moray District netball squad.
Written by Mr Farr
S3 NetballMonday 3rd December 2018The Nicholson Institute travels to Thurso High School to take on our S3 netball team in the first round of the Scottish Cup.
Written by Mr Farr
Senior netballMonday 3rd December 2018Thurso High School hosts the first round of the Scottish Cup
Written by Mr Farr
Senior netballMonday 3rd December 2018Our senior netball team traveled to Aberdeen to play Robert Gordons College
Written by Mr Farr
Pink And Blue DayMonday 3rd December 2018The Pink And Blue Day for breast and testicular cancer raised the brilliant sum of £762.46.
Written by Mr Farr
Pupils help design new school signMonday 3rd December 2018Parent Council asks pupils to design a new school sign
Written by Mr Farr
English and History TripMonday 3rd December 2018Three classes from S3 English and History embarked on a class trip to the impressive Wick Archives.
Written by Mr Farr
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