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      Remote Learning

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      TEACHING RESOURCES

      THE CURRICULUM

      Learning through Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence.

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      Study Starts Now

      Your hub for SQA exam success at Stranraer Academy.

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      Senior Phase

      Learning pathways beyond the BGE.

      Support for Learning

      Supporting learners with additional needs.

      Creative Opportunities

      Exciting competitions and challenges for our young people.

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    • Trips

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      Enterprise & Innovation

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      EVENTS

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      P7 Transistion

      Helping young people take the next step with all the details for joining Stranraer Academy.

      Adventure & Exploration

      Challenging young people to grow through adventure and exploration.

    • The Headteachers Office

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      Film Archive

       Archive for Legacy Media Production.

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      The Student Rec Room

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      Archive for Academy Posters, Graphics and Typography.

    • Teachers & Support

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      Parent Council

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      STRANRAER ACADEMY STAFF

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      Campus Police

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      Frequently Asked Questions

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      School Meal Information

      Healthy meals, menu choices, free meal info, and our Healthy Recipe app.

      KEY INFORMATION

      All the key info on policies, uniform, apps, school meals and more for our school community.

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      Policies

      Policies on pupil welfare, safeguarding, and learning.

      School App

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      School Uniform

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Term Dates
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Term 1

First day, Thursday 21 August 2025

Last day, Friday 10 October 2025

Autumn holiday, Monday 13 October 2025 to Friday 24 October 2025

Term 2

First day, Monday 27 October 2025

Last day, Friday 19 December 2025

Christmas holiday, Monday 22 December 2025 to Monday 5 January 2026

Term 3

First day, Tuesday 6 January 2026

Mid-term holiday, Thursday 19 February 2026 and Friday 20 February 2026

Last day, Friday 27 March 2026

Spring holiday, Monday 30 March 2026 to Friday 10 April 2026

Term 4

First day, Monday 13 April 2026

May Day holiday, Monday 4 May 2026

School closed for staff training, Friday 29 May 2026

Last day, Wednesday 1 July 2026

Summer holiday, Thursday 2 July 2026 to Wednesday 19 August 2026

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Term 1

First day, Thursday 20 August 2026

Last day, Friday 9 October 2026

Autumn holiday, Monday 12 October 2026 to Friday 23 October 2026

Term 2

First day, Monday 26 October 2026

Last day, Friday 18 December 2026

Christmas holiday, Monday 21 December 2026 to Wednesday 6 January 2027

Term 3

First day, Thursday 7 January 2027

School closed for staff training, Friday 19 February 2027

Last day, Thursday 25 March 2027

Spring holiday, Friday 26 March 2027 to Friday 9 April 2027

Term 4

First day, Monday 12 April 2027

May Day holiday, Monday 3 May 2027

School closed for staff training, Friday 28 May 2027

Last day, Friday 2 July 2027

Summer holiday, Monday 5 July 2027 to Friday 20 August 2027

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Stranraer Academy is sometimes closed in unexpected circumstances like bad weather. We aim to let everyone know as soon as we can in these situations.

Headteachers are authorised to make an emergency closure when the state of the weather or any other exceptional circumstance make it absolutely necessary in the best interests of the pupils.

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You will receive a text message wherever possible if the academy is closed.

Local media
Local newspapers, radio and TV stations receive an email as soon as the online list of closed schools is updated. They can publicise this information if they want to.

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Dear Pupils, Families, and Friends of Stranraer Academy, As the Christmas season approaches, I’d like to wish you all a joyful and peaceful holiday! May the weeks ahead be filled with warmth, laughter, and plenty of festive cheer. Whether you're spending time with family, catching up with friends, giving back to others, or simply enjoying a well-earned rest, I hope this Christmas brings you happiness, togetherness, and wonderful memories. Have a magical Christmas and a Happy New Year—we look forward to seeing you all in January, refreshed and ready for the year ahead!

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