Kirkintilloch High School is a co-educational state comprehensive secondary school in East Dunbartonshire. Education Scotland recently rated Kirkintilloch High ‘Excellent’ and has a 44% five-plus Higher pass rate. The Waterside campus serves 600 to 850 pupils from Kirkintilloch, Waterside, and Twechar.

Find all the info you need to know about the school in our Kirkintilloch High guide below.

Kirkintilloch High School Ranking

Kirkintilloch High has improved each year in its ranking of high schools in Scotland. Although, not as high as the other East Dunbartonshire secondary schools on the list, the school received an excellent rating in its inspection status.

Kirkintilloch High School Catchment Area

Kirkintilloch High catchment zone covers Kirkintilloch, Waterside, and Twechar. Families living in these parts of the G66 postcode will have a guaranteed place at the school for their children.

East Dunbartonshire Council sets a 15th March deadline for placing requests. Kirkintilloch High isn’t as strict as other secondary schools in the area like Lenzie Academy, due to having less placement requests and more space for pupils.

Parents must provide a Council Tax letter and a utility bill for proving the pupil’s full-time residency is within the Kirkintilloch High catchment area.

Feeder Primary Schools for Kirkintilloch High

Pupils attending any of the six feeder primary schools will have a guaranteed place at Kirkintilloch High School.

• Oxgang – Catchment area covers the homes around Kirkintilloch High School.
• Harestanes – Northern suburbs of Kirkintilloch falls under the Harestones catchment zone.
• Gartconner – Covers Waterside, newer developments in the eastern part of the town and some rural parts.
• Hillhead – Pupils living in the eastern residential areas of Kirkintilloch are covered by the Hillhead Primary School catchment zone.
• Twechar – Pupils from Twechar village attend the school and gain a place at Kirkintilloch High.
• Craighead – Covers the rest of the neighbourhoods in Kirkintilloch.

Kirkintilloch High School Famous Alumni

Did you know a few famous faces once attended Kirky High School? See if you know any of the former pupils below.

• Andrew Crumey – Award winning author and academic who studied at the school before gaining a PHD in theoretical physics. Winner of the restigious Saltire Society First Book of the Year Award for his debut novel Music, In a Foreign Language.
• Billy Rankin – Member of the legendary rock band Nazareth and went on to have a successful solo career. Presenter of many classic rock radio shows in Scotland.
• Craig Halkett – Pro footballer with caps for Scotland and was captain of Hearts. Played for Rangers Youth Team whilst a pupil at Kirkintilloch High.
• Gregg Wylde – Another Rangers youth player who went on to play for many teams in Scotland and England including Aberdeen, Bolton Wanderers, Millwall, St. Mirren, Livingstone, Clyde, and several more.
• James Scott – Ross County player who came through the ranks at Motherwell FC youth team.

Check out our guide to Bishopbriggs Academy – another East Dunbartonshire high school here.

Kirkintilloch High Term Dates & Holidays

Find the up-to date term dates and holidays for Kirkintilloch High School below.

Useful Links for Pupils & Parents

Find a few helpful links for new and returning pupils at Kirkintilloch High.

• Kirkintilloch High School Scotland Parents Portal: Report absences, pay for school meals, check timetables, and more.
• Free School Transport for Kirkintilloch Pupils: Check if you are entitled to free transport to and from the school.
• Standards & Quality Report: Download the latest HMIE inspection reports and check quality indicator evaluations for Kirkintilloch High School.
• East Dunbartonshire Council Annual SQA Attainment Reviews: Breakdown of the exact pass-rate averages (A–C grades) across National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher levels for high schools in the area.

FAQs

Find the answers to some common questions regarding Kirkintilloch High School.

What is the Kirkintilloch High School Motto?

In Deed and in Truth was the original Kirkintilloch High School motto but was later changed to a more up to date motto Dream Big, Work Hard, and Show Kindness.

How many pupils are at Kirkintilloch High School?

600 to 850 pupils are at Kirkintilloch High School dependent on that year’s intake. Kirky High takes a higher percentage of pupils that live outside the catchment zone, compared to other East Dunbartonshire secondary schools that are more competitive for places.

Where is Kirkintilloch High School?

Kirkintilloch High School is located at the Waterside Campus, Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, G66 3JA.

Is Kirkintilloch High School a good school?

Yes, Kirkintilloch High is a good school and has improved in its higher attainment rate each year for the past 5 years. A recent inspection also found the school to be excellent.

How old is Kirkintilloch High School?

Kirkintilloch High School is 53 years old. Opened in 1973, the school changed campus to modern facilities in 2009 at the Waterside Campus.