West of Scotland Liberal Democrat MSP Ross Finnie has praised the progress of Kirkintilloch High School in East Dunbartonshire.
In a report published by the HM Inspectorate of Education (HMIE) Kirkintilloch High School was praised for exemplary leadership given by the acting head, the improvements in young peoples learning experience and greater improvement in staff confidence and morale.
"I am very pleased by the progress made by Kirkintilloch High School and was impressed by the improvements mentioned in the report by the HM Inspectorate of Education.
"The progress is very encouraging and all the praise for this must go to the acting head teacher and his staff who have worked hard to improve teaching standards and support to pupils, which is shown in improvements in pupil's achievement and attainment at exams.
"This report on Kirkintilloch High School is very encouraging and if the School continues to improve, Kirkintilloch High School can become a sector leading School like many others in East Dunbartonshire."
"I'm extremely impressed by the hard work of everyone at Kirkintilloch High School which has clearly brought great improvements to the School for both teachers and pupils. This is an excellent example of the progress that can be made, and I hope that the School's achievements will continue for years to come."
