“Douglas Academy, which opened for the first time in 1967, is a six year comprehensive school serving the whole of the Milngavie, Craigton and Baldernock areas. The coat of arms on our school badge combines references to its geographical position and to the history of the grounds in which it is situated. The upper half, with its cross and roses, is part of the arms of the Burgh of Milngavie while the lower half shows symbols associated with the Douglas family, owners for many generations of the Mains Estate on which the school stands. By tradition, the heart represents the heart of Bruce, taken by a member of the Douglas family on Crusade against the Moors. The Gaelic motto means “Strength Through Knowledge”.

Douglas Academy offers the opportunity for every pupil, whatever his or her aptitude or interests, to enjoy the traditional range of subjects in the curriculum and encounter varied and differentiated learning experiences either within the formal curriculum or through extra-curricular activities. Whether the end in sight is University or College or a training scheme leading to employment we hope that our pupils will fulfil their personal aspirations.

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