THS Social Subjects Faculty

• Qualification Structure: Group Award Specification

THS Units:

Criminology: Crime in the Community

The History and Development of
Criminology

Criminology: Crime Scenes

Ms Stoutjesdyk PTC

Mr McLaughlin DHT

Mrs Valente PTPS

Mr McPake PTPS

Miss Kane PTPS

Mr Dale PT Future Fridays

Mr Williamson PT Raising Attainment BGE

Miss Conlon

Mr Biggerstaff

Miss Milligan

Miss Balmer (Prob)

Higher Politics

• Course Specification: Higher Politics, SCQF Level 6 Course Specification
• Assignment Guidance: Higher Politics CAT
• Course Overview & Resources: Higher Politics, SCQF Level 6 Course Specification
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: Past papers and marking instructions – Qualifications Scotland

This week, 1C1 and 1N1 embarked on an unforgettable journey into Scotland’s storied past with a visit to the Battle of Bannockburn Experience.

The day began with weapons handling, where pupils got hands-on with replica medieval arms and armour. Guided by the expert instructors, they learned how warriors prepared for battle and the skill it took to wield a sword or shield.

Next came the immersive battle experience, plunging pupils into the heart of the 1314 conflict. Through cutting-edge technology and dramatic storytelling, they witnessed the clash between Robert the Bruce and Edward II, gaining a deeper appreciation for the bravery and strategy that shaped Scottish history

To round off the day, pupils took part in an outdoor trail quiz, exploring the grounds while solving clues and testing their knowledge. It was a brilliant blend of learning, teamwork and fresh air!

The trip sparked curiosity, camaraderie and a whole lot of fun! The pupils were a credit to Taylor High School.

🗺️ National 5 Geography

• Course Specification: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/n5-course-spec-geography.pdf
• Assignment Guidance: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/n5-cat-geography.pdf
• Course Overview & Resources: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47446.html
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: https://www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm?subject=Geography&level=N5

🌍 Higher Geography

• Course Specification: https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/HigherCourseSpecGeography.pdf
• Assignment Guidance: https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/HigherCATGeography.pdf
• Course Overview & Resources: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47922.html
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: https://www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm?subject=Geography&level=NH

📘 National 5 History

• Course Specification: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/n5-course-spec-history.pdf
•  Outlines course structure, aims, and assessment requirements.
• Assignment Guidance: https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/N5HistoryCAT.pdf
• Includes instructions for candidates and marking guidance.
• Course Overview & Resources: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47447.html
• Central hub for all N5 History documents and updates.
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: https://www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm?subject=history
•  Includes question papers and marking instructions from recent years.

📗 Higher History

• Course Specification: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/h-history-course-specification.pdf
• Details course content, skills, and assessment structure.
• Assignment Guidance: https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/HigherCATHistory.pdf
• Instructions for coursework and candidate support.
• Assignment Q&A Document: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/2024-25-h-history-qp-1-assignment-q-and-a-document.pdf
•  Clarifies common questions about assignment formatting and expectations.
• Course Overview & Resources: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47923.html
• Access to all Higher-level documents and updates.
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: https://www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm?subject=history
• Includes Paper 1 and Paper 2 with marking schemes.

📘 National 5 Modern Studies

• Course Specification: https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/ModernStudiesCourseSpecN5.pdf
• Explains course structure, aims and assessment requirements.
• Assignment Guidance: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa//files_ccc/n5-cat-modern-studies.pdf
•  Includes instructions for candidates and marking guidance.
• Course Overview & Resources: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47448.html
•  Central hub for all N5 Modern Studies documents.
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: https://www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm?subject=Modern%20Studies&level=N5
• Includes papers from recent years and specimen questions.

📗 Higher Modern Studies

• Course Specification: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa//files_ccc/h-course-spec-modern-studies.pdf
•  Details course content, skills, and assessment structure.
• Assignment Guidance: https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/HigherCATModernStudies.pdf
•  Instructions for coursework and candidate support.
• Course Overview & Resources: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47924.html
•  Access to all Higher-level documents and updates.
• Past Papers & Marking Instructions: https://www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm?subject=Modern+Studies&level=NH
• Includes Paper 1 and Paper 2 with marking schemes.

Three of our S1 pupils have been selected as finalists in the “Design the Future You Choose” SDG T-Shirt Competition. Congratulations to Ninaa, Michelle and Jessica W!

The competition was highly competitive, with nearly 200 unique submissions that showcased impressive creativity and thoughtfulness. The girls’ designs stood out for their originality and meaningful representation of the SDGs.

The girls will attend an online awards ceremony on Friday 30th May 2025, during which the winners of each category will be announced.

We look forward to supporting the finalists and celebrating their achievements.