Trips
Bronze Duke of Edinburgh
On the weekend of 18th–19th May, our Year 9 pupils took their first exciting steps into the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award with their Bronze practice expedition. Over two days, they hiked through the beautiful Surrey Hills, finishing their journey at the scenic Newlands Corner. This was a fantastic opportunity for pupils to develop key expedition…
Silver Duke of Edinburgh
Earlier this May, we were thrilled to see our largest ever cohort of Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award participants take on their practice expedition in the stunning South Downs. With eight teams setting out, it was a true celebration of adventure, teamwork, and personal growth. Building on their Bronze experience, each team demonstrated impressive development…
Gold Duke of Edinburgh
Over the Easter break, a group of Year 12 students embarked on an unforgettable adventure as part of their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Swapping hiking boots for paddles, they took to the water for their practice expedition—this year by canoe—along the scenic stretches of the River Thames, starting from the charming town of Lechlade-on-Thames….
From Glaciers to Geysers: An Icelandic Adventure to Remember
Over the Easter holiday, 59 pupils in Years 9 to Sixth Form, from the Geography and Science departments embarked on the trip of a lifetime to Iceland — a country where fire meets ice! Our pupils embraced the elements with tenacity and curiosity, living up to our “Warrior Learner” ethos every step of the way. One…
Year 10 Inspired at GCSE Science Live
On Monday 10th February, our Year 10 pupils had the exciting opportunity to attend GCSE Science Live at the Brighton Dome, an event designed to enrich their understanding of science beyond the classroom. The day featured a series of inspiring lectures from some of the UK’s leading scientists, each sharing their groundbreaking research and insights…
Year 8 Pupils Exemplify Exceptional Conduct on Theatre Trip to Watch Murder on the Orient Express
On 7th November, Year 8 pupils from Dunottar School attended a performance of Murder on the Orient Express at Richmond Theatre. Not only was the excellent production just the ticket, but the behaviour of the year group was a runaway success. The trip, organised by Mrs Ballantyne, was designed to introduce pupils to elements of…
A Cultural and Linguistic Adventure in Madrid!
Twenty-four of our Year 10 and Year 11 pupils recently enjoyed a fantastic five-day immersive trip to Madrid, exploring the city’s rich cultural and linguistic offerings. From a discovery quest around the famous Plaza Mayor and bustling San Miguel Market, to a deep dive into Spanish traditions at the Plaza de las Ventas Bullring, pupils…
Sun, Sport and Team Spirit: Cricket Training Tour to Desert Springs
During the October half term, boys from Year 9 to Year 13 embarked on an unforgettable journey to Desert Springs in Spain for an exciting warm-weather training experience. Known for its world-class facilities, including Europe’s only year-round high-standard cricket complex and a championship golf course, Desert Springs offered our pupils the perfect environment to hone…
Bonding Day: An Unforgettable Day of Adventure, Friendship and Fun!
At Dunottar, we believe in the power of adventure, teamwork and forging lasting friendships. That’s why this year’s off-site Bonding Day was an exciting whirlwind of activities for all year groups, taking learning beyond the classroom and into the great outdoors (and some indoor fun, too!) Each year group embarked on a unique experience, ensuring…
Pupils Visit New York’s Broadway!
On Tuesday 9th April, 26 students and four staff flew to New York for Dunottar’s first Broadway based school trip! After a long flight, we arrived in the States at around 2pm and after a very long time in airport security (a 3-hour queue caught us off guard), we made our way to our hotel…
