The Battle of Loos and The Glasgow Academy

The Battle of Loos, 1915 has only recently received the level of academic study that it deserves.  It was an important battle in the development of British military tactics during the Great War as well as giving valuable experience the…

Journey To St.Andrews Part 2: Andrei Podaru (Class of 2020)

Before coming to St Andrews, I had only visited the town once before. For those of you that haven’t visited, it’s a small coastal town in Fife, famous for its golf links and stunning coastline. The beaches happen to be…

Girl On A Mission: Nadia Mirza-Saadi (Class of 2018)

Wearing my new leaver’s hoodie, I left The Glasgow Academy with a sense of dread that the journey forward would be filled with danger. When you attend a school such as ours, leaving that bubble of support seems daunting. I…

Glasgow Accies RFC 22/23

An Enriching Addition To The Family: Rector Matthew Pearce

As noted in my introductory column I hope this feature can provide you with a sense of how The Academy is evolving, cherishing our proud history and moving forward confidently with a strong vision and shared values. At the same…

Teacher ln Training: Anna Smrckova (Class of 2010)

Former pupil Anna Smrckova (class of 2010) details her new-found passion for teaching and her ongoing journey towards a career in the classroom.