Dumfries Academy
Dumfries Academy is one of four secondary schools in Dumfries in south west Scotland. It is a state funded secondary school for both girls and boys. The schools moto is "doctrina promovet" which translates from Latin to "learning promotes" which the school emphases within their "vision, values and aims". There are two notable buildings; the Minerva Building 1895-7 by F J C Carruthers and a later building by County Architect John R Hill, 1936.
| Dumfries Academy | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| , Scotland | |
| Information | |
| Type | Comprehensive secondary |
| Established | 1804 |
| Head teacher | Joanne Dillon |
| Teaching staff | 52 |
| Number of students | 547 |
| Houses | Barrie, Haining and Laurie (formerly Criffel, Nithsdale and Solway) |
| Colour(s) | Maroon and Black |
| Website | www |
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