Maritime Careers Open Day @ City of Glasgow College
Wednesday 17 June – 2:30pm – 7:00pm
Experience the industry first hand at our Maritime Open Day, where you can:
- Take control in Europe’s most advanced ship simulators.
- Explore our award-winning Riverside Campus.
- Visit our Marine Skills Centre.
- Find out about our ‘Access to Maritime’ courses that open up pathways to sponsored Cadetships
- Meet lecturers, cadets and leading maritime employers, Anglo-Eastern, Clyde Marine Training, Stream Marine, Just Be Maritime and MSC.
- Discover careers in navigation, engineering and electro-technical systems.
Booking form: https://www.cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk/maritime-careers-open-day
Summer Holiday Club
Every Monday and Wednesday throughout July, FARE, DYW and MCR will be linking in to offer a summer programme full of trips and activities. The club will run from 10:00am until 2:00pm and will include breakfast and lunch.
As we will need to use the school minibus, spaces will be limited. If you are interested, please scan the QR code on the poster below and complete the Microsoft Form.
Powering Futures – Ken Muir Award Winner
A massive congratulations to Talia Twana (Skye) from our new S6 who is our Ken Muir Award Winner for the Powering Futures programme. Talia participated in the Level 6 Powering Futures award this session and, working alongside her team, presented to a panel of industry experts at Hampden Stadium in March. Talia was voted unanimously by the rest of the class as the winner of the Ken Muir Award for her commitment throughout the programme showing fantastic engagement in all lessons, encouraging team mates, generating lots of ideas and answering questions well from the panel on the day.
Talia received her award from Professor Ken Muir at Stirling University this week. A fantastic achievement – well done Talia! We’re so proud of you!
Greater Glasgow and Clyde Schools Ski Championships 2026
We are delighted to share that six pupils represented the school at the Greater Glasgow and Clyde Schools Ski Championships 2026 held at Glasgow Ski & Snowboard Centre. This marked a significant milestone, as it was the first time the school has entered a ski racing team—an exciting moment in our sporting history.
Our team of Yi Cheng He (Arran), Aniela Smith (Mull), Elodie Smith (Lewis), Reece O’Leary (Arran), Fergus Munro (Lewis) and Nevan Strain-Durnion (Arran) competed against 16 schools from across the region. Many of the other schools had experienced ski racers, while several of our pupils were taking part in ski racing for the very first time.
Despite this, the team showed excellent enthusiasm, determination and team spirit throughout the event. Their efforts contributed to a strong overall performance, with the school finishing 6th place in the final standings.
Beyond the results, the pupils were praised for their positive attitude and the enthusiastic support they gave each other and other competitors throughout the evening.
We are extremely proud of how they represented the school in this inaugural event.
Art, Design & Photography Exhibition 2026
✨THANK YOU! ✨
A huge thank you to everyone who came along on Friday afternoon to our first Art, Design & Photography Exhibition and helped make it such a success. Our pupils have worked incredibly hard all year and having the opportunity to celebrate their efforts and achievements has been a glorious way to end the year. It was fantastic to see so many pupils, families, friends and colleagues from other schools in attendance ad a great opportunity to share ideas as well as appreciate the beautiful work!
A special thank you to our friends in the Music department who provided such gorgeous music and to the excellent KPCCINO team for providing our guests with high quality beverages.
We are such a proud department and look forward to seeing you all again next year!
We Will Rock You – KPSS School Show 2026
King’s Park Secondary School is proud to present We Will Rock You: School Edition, a high-energy musical featuring the iconic songs of Queen and a script by Ben Elton. Taking place on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th June 2026, this exciting production showcases the incredible talent and dedication of our students both on stage and behind the scenes.
With doors opening at 6:00pm and the performance starting at 6:30pm, audiences can look forward to an unforgettable evening of music, drama, and entertainment.
Tickets are available for £5 via ParentPay.
King’s Park Careers Fair- Reminder
King’s Park Careers Fair is on Tuesday 9th June between 2-4pm.
All pupils will be called down from their class to ensure that they have a chance to look at the wonderful careers that are out there.
Parents will also be welcome from 3pm onwards.
We have over 25 companies, colleges and universities represented including Rolls Royce, Zurich and EDF energy.
Week 38 – Caledonia Centre
A Week Full of Wonder and Adventure!
What an incredible week we’ve had! Our pupils have been learning, exploring, and discovering in the most amazing ways. Here’s a glimpse into what has been happening at our school.
Outdoor Learning at Pinkston
This week, we ventured out to Pinkston again for some fantastic outdoor learning experiences. Our pupils got hands-on with nature, building fires, exploring wood trails, and enjoying a special treat—toasted marshmallows!
Butterflies and Mathematics
Our butterfly topic has been soaring! We’ve woven these beautiful creatures into our numeracy lessons, exploring the concept of symmetry. It’s been wonderful to see our pupils discover how mathematics appears in nature all around us.
The Magic Release at Kings Park
The highlight of the week came when our caterpillars transformed into butterflies—and some of our pupils had the special opportunity to release them at Kings Park. Watching these magnificent creatures take flight for the first time was amazing.
A Visit from the Animal Man
On Tuesday, we welcomed the Animal Man to school! Pupils had an unforgettable experience meeting some amazing creatures and even getting the chance to hold them. The excitement and wonder on their faces was priceless.
Cooking Up Delicious Skills
In our Cooking class this week, pupils put their skills to the test, creating delicious potato wedges and a creamy avocado dip.
What a week of learning, and adventure. We can’t wait to see what next week brings!
New S5 + S6 Captain Applications are open!
Please follow this link for application form for our new S5’s (Glow is necessary) – https://forms.office.com/e/HHpypGvvWe
Available on the Satchel:one Notice Board also.
Timeline for process:
- Monday 1st June – Applications open for S5 and S6 and close on Friday 5th June
- Tuesday 9th June – Pitches for Captains with year group assemblies and whole school voting opens.
- Friday 12th June – voting closes.
- Monday 15th June – Groupwork task for applicants for School and Vice Captains.
- Wednesday 17th June – Interview process begins.
- Friday 19th June – All interviews including S5/6 House Captain interviews will conclude.
S5 Induction Day
We look forward to welcoming our new S5’s back to school on Monday at 8:50. Please see the schedule below and make your way there at the start of the day.
| S5 INDUCTION MONDAY 1st JUNE | ||||||
| Workshop | Work shop theme | Location | Lead Staff | Detail | ROOMS | |
| 1 | Learning Walk | Outside (meet at benches) | Anna Gibson | outside | ||
| 2 | Leadership | 301 | katie McGugan | 301 | ||
| 3 | Career Input | 107 | Linda + Dawn | 107 | ||
| 4 | Feedback Focus | 203 | Ian Samson | 203 | ||
| 5 | Mental Health & Exam Stress | 302 | Fiona McTaggart | 302 | ||
| 6 | Teambuilding | PE Gym 1 | PE Dept | PE | ||
| Timings | 5A | 5L1 | 5L2 | 5M | 5S1 | 5S2 |
| 8:50 – 9.15 | Workshop 1 | Workshop 2 | Workshop 4 | Workshop 3 | Workshop 5 | Workshop 6 |
| Outside (meet at benches) | 301 | 203 | 107 | 302 | PE Gym 1 | |
| 9:15 – 9:40 | Workshop 2 | Workshop 3 | Workshop 5 | Workshop 4 | Workshop 6 | Workshop 1 |
| 301 | 107 | 302 | 203 | PE Gym 1 | Outside (meet at benches) | |
| 9:40 – 10:05 | Workshop 3 | Workshop 4 | Workshop 6 | Workshop 5 | Workshop 1 | Workshop 2 |
| 107 | 203 | PE Gym 1 | 302 | Outside (meet at benches) | 301 | |
| 10:05 – 10:30 | Workshop 4 | Workshop 5 | Workshop 1 | Workshop 6 | Workshop 2 | Workshop 3 |
| 203 | 302 | Outside (meet at benches) | PE Gym 1 | 301 | 107 | |
| 10:45 – 11:10 | Workshop 5 | Workshop 6 | Workshop 2 | Workshop 1 | Workshop 3 | Workshop 4 |
| 302 | PE Gym 1 | 301 | Outside (meet at benches) | 107 | 203 | |
| 11.10 – 11.35 | Workshop 6 | Workshop 1 | Workshop 3 | Workshop 2 | Workshop 4 | Workshop 5 |
| PE Gym 1 | Outside (meet at benches) | 107 | 301 | 203 | 302 | |
| 11.35 – 12.25 | Timetables and Expectations | Timetables and Expectations | Timetables and Expectations | Timetables and Expectations | Timetables and Expectations | Timetables and Expectations |
| 107 | 301 | 302 | 108 | 203 | 204 | |
Winners! 2026 RSA Schools Art Awards.
A couple of months back we entered all of our Nat 4, 5 & Higher Expressive Final Outcomes into the 2026 RSA Schools Art Award and we are absolutely delighted to share our winners!
Joseph McHugh, S5 – 1st Place: New Schools Category
Leah Walker S5 – 2nd Place: Intermediate Category
With over 750 entries from pupil across Scotland the competition was fierce. Both Joseph and Leah worked tirelessly on their pieces and are absolutely deserving of the recognition.
Hopefully we’ll be heading through to Edinburgh at the end of June for them to collect their certificates and art supply vouchers.
Well done, we’re so proud!
Week 36 & 37 – Caledonia Centre
Weeks 36 & 37: Adventures, Learning, and Sunshine!
We hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful long weekend—the fabulous weather certainly made it extra special!
What a Busy two weeks it has been! Our pupils have been on quite the adventure over the last fortnight.
Paddleboarding at Pinkston
The highlight of our outdoor trips has been our continued visits to Pinkston for paddleboarding! Our pupils have been having an absolute blast on the water. The energy, the laughter, and the sense of achievement as they master their paddling skills has been brilliant to watch. It’s the perfect way to make the most of the beautiful weather!
Learning About Caterpillars in the Katrine Room
In our Katrine room, we’ve been on our own mini nature adventure—we’re learning all about caterpillars, and we even have our very own! Watching these fascinating little creatures has been both educational and captivating. Our pupils have been observing their movements and behaviours. It’s wonderful to see nature bring learning to life in such a hands-on way.
Sunshine, Fresh Air, and Local Walks
With the sun shining brightly, we’ve been taking full advantage of our local area. Regular walks and outdoor time have become a highlight of our week, giving everyone a chance to enjoy fresh air and explore our community. One of our pupils looked particularly cool sporting some stylish sunglasses during our outings!
An Exciting Trip to Amazonia
This week, we ventured to Amazonia, and our pupils absolutely loved it! Being surrounded by so many different creatures was thrilling, and the highlight? Getting the chance to hold a snake! It was a brave and memorable moment for many of our young learners.
Looking Ahead
Next week, we’re delighted to welcome back our senior pupils who have been on study leave. We look forward to having everyone back together!
Confucius Institute For Scotland’s Schools Newsletter
KPSS pupils feature in this year’s Confucius Institute For Scotland’s Schools Newsletter (pages 30-32)!
See photos of work they have completed in class as well as pictures from the Chinese New Year Event in which our S1s (new S2) participated!
Thank you to Mrs Grondin-Player and our Mandarin Teacher, Bingjie Zhang, for supporting our learners in learning about all things Mandarin!
City of Glasgow College Maritime Open Day
Not sure what to do after school? Looking for something different?
A career at sea could take you around the world while helping you earn, learn and build a future in one of the world’s most important industries.
Join us at the City of Glasgow College Maritime Open Day and discover careers in:
- Cruise ships
- Global shipping
- Offshore renewables
- Engineering and navigation
Maritime cadets are sponsored by shipping companies, meaning you get paid while you study – similar to an apprenticeship – with training costs, travel and accommodation often covered.
At the event, you can:
- Experience Europe’s most advanced shipping simulator
- Tour our award-winning Riverside Campus
- Meet maritime employers and current cadets
- Learn more about sponsorships, salaries and career opportunities
Representatives from Anglo-Eastern, Clyde Marine Training, Stream Marine, Just Be Maritime and MSC will be there to discuss careers and opportunities.
Wednesday 17 June
2:30pm – 7:00pm
2:30pm – 7:00pm
Riverside Campus, Glasgow
You could earn while you train, travel the world and work towards highly paid careers without following the traditional university route.
