Taylor High School

A group of 10 Pupils are currently working towards the Bronze Level Duke of
Edinburgh Award, which entails the completion of 4 sections including Physical,
Skills, Volunteering and an overnight expedition project. A group of 17 S4 pupils
completed the Bronze level award in March 2016. This group have now progressed on
to the Silver level award and will complete this in March 2017.
North Lanarkshire Challenge Group
A group comprising of S1 & S2 pupils ARE working towards the NL Challenge
Award where they complete 4 sections including Skills, Physical, Service and
Adventure. Activities already undertaken include Fund Raising for Charity, Indoor
Climbing and an Adventure Walk.
Adopt a Station Project
The project was coordinated by Clydesdale Community Initiative in conjunction with
Scotrail and involved collaborative work with pupils from Taylor High School and
Brannock High School. The project centred on making improvements to a chosen area
of Holytown Station as well as placing planters containing a variety of flowers
throughout the Station.
Personal Development Higher
Assisting in the delivery of the SQA Personal Development Higher in relation to
supporting pupils in developing self-awareness and providing advice and support in
terms of practical issues.
Employability SQA
Delivering the SQA Employability Award to a group of S6 pupils in relation to
preparing them for opportunities beyond School in terms of interview skills,
application forms, CVs and career options
S1 Fun with Football Support Group
An initiative to support S1 pupils in terms of developing social skills and responsibility
through fun football activities.
Home Visits
Regular contact with parents including home visits in relation to providing support and
to address specific issues affecting attendance at school.
Taylor Climbing
& Mountain Biking Groups
This initiative is in partnership with Outdoor Education instructors from NL Leisure
and offers the opportunity to identified pupils to take part in outdoor activities. As well
as improving self-confidence and self-esteem, the program aims to give the pupils a
greater sense of responsibility and increase their awareness of alternative leisure
opportunities.
Other activities include:
Taylor Minecraft Club for S1 pupils
Induction Day workshops
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