FR EE! News from the communities of the Doon Valley Issue 48 March/April 2026 Expanding horizons in the Doon Valley Doon Academy has somewhere to think and breathe. Now, he is determined pupils benefit in the same In a rural school that has faced...
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FR EE! News from the communities of the Doon Valley Issue 48 March/April 2026 Expanding horizons in the Doon Valley Doon Academy has somewhere to think and breathe. Now, he is determined pupils benefit in the same In a rural school that has faced recruitment challenges in certain been forging an exciting way. subjects, these opportunities help bridge gaps. They also provide inspiration. partnership with local Through the estate’s education programme, young people from the Doon Pupils recently met Michelin-starred chef education facility, Valley take part in hands-on learning Raymond Blanc during a visit, showing them that world-class talent can feel close that feels different from the traditional Dumfries House. classroom. During Positive Destinations to home. In the Doon Valley, opportunity hasn’t Week, they explore STEM, heritage crafts Beyond workshops, learning extends always come easily. Former mining championed by Charles III, horticulture outdoors. In the River Lugar, pupils com
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