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Welcome to the Bluesky account of Carrick Academy. Find out all the latest news and information from the school. A UNICEF Rights Aware school.

#SuperbeGerimus
With the options process now underway, the Design & Technology Department has shared its information booklet.

It outlines courses on offer, transferable skills, and includes testimonials from former students.
#DesignTechnology #SubjectChoices #SuperbeGerimus
February 2, 2026 at 11:37 AM
We’re excited to be part of the first ever Reading Schools Week 📖

As a GOLD accredited Reading School, all departments are getting involved to promote reading for pleasure across the school.

Lots to look forward to.
#ReadingSchoolsWeek #ReadingForPleasure #SuperbeGerimus
February 2, 2026 at 9:54 AM
🏫 Engineering Experience Scotland – Residential Course

📅 4–6 Aug 2026
📍 University of Stirling
👩‍🎓 S2/S3 students

Explore cyber security, electrical engineering, and space while staying on campus.
Sponsored by Invenergy.

#STEMCareers #EngineeringExperience #SuperbeGerimus 🚀
January 29, 2026 at 1:05 PM
🛠️ Engineering Experience Virtual Course

📅 28–31 July 2026
💻 Online | S2/S3 students

Explore cyber security, electrical engineering, and space while building real-world skills.
Some fully funded places available.

Spaces limited.
#STEMEducation #EngineeringCareers #SuperbeGerimus
January 29, 2026 at 1:05 PM
☕️ New for parents at Carrick Academy

We’re launching Barista and Blether.
Relaxed monthly drop-ins with a free coffee, served by our barista-trained pupils.

📅 Wed 28 Jan
⏰ 3–4pm
📍 S6 Study Space
Focus: Curriculum & Careers

#ParentEngagement #SchoolCommunity #SuperbeGerimus
January 16, 2026 at 2:17 PM
January 16, 2026 at 2:14 PM
✈️ Interested in a career in aviation engineering?

Join the Ryanair Engineering Recruitment Open Day, delivered by PAML.

📅 22 January
⏰ 11:00–19:00
📍 Carlton Hotel, Prestwick

Apprenticeships, trainee roles, and experienced positions available.
#AviationCareers #Apprenticeships #SuperbeGerimus ✈️
January 13, 2026 at 11:13 AM
🚨 Exciting news from Heriot-Watt University 🚨

The Graduate Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair is back and bigger than ever.

📅 Wed 18 Feb 2026
⏰ 5–7pm
📍 Heriot-Watt Campus

Meet employers, explore live apprenticeship opportunities, and kickstart your career.
#CareersEvent #SuperbeGerimus 🎓
January 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Thinking about a career in 5★ luxury hospitality? ⭐️
Join the Turnberry Resort Recruitment & Industry Open Day.

📅 18 Feb 2026
⏰ 10:00–18:00

Meet the team, tour world-class facilities, and explore real career paths.
🚌 Free bus from Ayr, Maybole & Girvan.

#HospitalityCareers #OpenDay #SuperbeGerimus
January 12, 2026 at 1:58 PM
The South Ayrshire Futures event brings together pupils and parents and carers to meet local employers and explore career opportunities across South Ayrshire. A great chance to speak directly with companies.

#SuperbeGerimus #Careers
January 6, 2026 at 2:31 PM
A big thank you to our friends at Girvan Academy for the Christmas card. 🎄

#SuperbeGerimus
December 17, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Thanks to our friends at Ayr Academy for the Christmas card, and a special mention to Vari in S1 for the brilliant design. Great work, Vari. 🎄👏

#SuperbeGerimus
December 15, 2025 at 2:38 PM
🎄 Carrick Academy Christmas Jumper Day is on Tuesday 16 December in support of The Carrick Centre Food Pantry.

Bring a dry food donation if you can. Even small items help.

Christmas jumpers or T-shirts with school uniform.

#SuperbeGerimus
December 10, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Thanks to our friends at Straiton Primary for the Christmas card, and a big well done to Hope for the brilliant drawing. 🎄👏

#SuperbeGerimus
December 10, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Congrats to our Supported Study Prize Draw winners for November, Leon and Anna. The more you attend, the better your chance to win. #SuperbeGerimus
December 9, 2025 at 2:49 PM
S4 Parents Night is tonight. Looking forward to seeing everyone. #SuperbeGerimus
December 8, 2025 at 10:02 AM
🎶 Carrick voices + talent = 🔥 at the South Ayrshire Christmas Concert!

Pupil choir + staff choir smashed it, and loads of Carrick pupils rocked the bands too 👏

#SuperbeGerimus #CarrickAcademy #ChristmasConcert 💙❤️💛
December 3, 2025 at 8:35 AM
💃 Senior dance team = 3rd place at South Ayrshire Schools Dance Comp! 🔥
BGE group couldn’t compete (illness/injury) but they’ll smash their next show in 2 weeks 👏
#SuperbeGerimus #CarrickDance #CarrickAcademy 💙❤️💛
December 3, 2025 at 8:28 AM
📚 Supported Study is ON!

Mon: Graphics, RMPS, History, Biology, English
Tue: History, Biology, Business, PE
Wed: Art, Modern Studies, Graphics, Maths
Thu: Physics
Fri: Modern Studies, Graphics, Art

Lunchtime sessions!

Check the full timetable 👇
#SuperbeGerimus #CarrickAcademy #StudySupport 💙❤️💛
November 28, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Big shoutout to Blair, Blane & Lexi for smashing the Ayr Rotary Youth Speaks comp 🎤
Confident, clear, and representing Carrick like pros 👏
#SuperbeGerimus #YouthSpeaks #CarrickAcademy 💙❤️💛
November 28, 2025 at 9:50 AM
🎄 Christmas Fayre THIS SATURDAY!

📍 Carrick Academy
🗓 Sat 29 Nov

Festive stalls, raffles, and loads of fun 🎅
Don’t miss it!

#SuperbeGerimus #CarrickChristmas #FestiveFun 💙❤️💛
November 26, 2025 at 11:35 AM
⚽ Big news: Carrick is the FIRST school to launch an Ayr United Supporters’ Club!
100+ pupils signed up ✅
Scott Brown + Graeme Mathie dropped by to celebrate 🔥
#SuperbeGerimus #AyrUnited #CarrickAcademy 💙❤️💛
November 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM
November 25, 2025 at 11:13 AM
📚 What a way to end #BookWeekScotland!
We joined a writing workshop at Carnegie Library with Carnegie Medal winner Margaret McDonald ✍️
Inspiring stuff!
#SuperbeGerimus #CarrickReads 💙❤️💛
November 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
📚 Scholastic Book Fair is back!
🗓 Mon 24 – Fri 28 Nov
📍 Library at lunch

Browse, buy, or add to your Christmas wish list 🎄

#SuperbeGerimus #BookFair #CarrickReads 💙❤️
November 20, 2025 at 8:46 AM