40 primary schools.
Our schools We are responsible for seven secondary schools, 40 primary schools and three special schools across East Ayrshire.
How many primary schools are in Ayrshire?
Information on how to contact our 41 primary schools in South Ayrshire.
How many primary schools are there in Kilmarnock?
We have found a total of 33 pre-schools, nurseries, primary and secondary schools in KILMARNOCK.
How many schools are in South Ayrshire?
There are 8 secondary schools, 41 primary schools, and 2 special schools managed by us.
Who is head of education in East Ayrshire?
Linda McAulay-Griffiths
Ayrshire Growth Deal and community wealth building.
Chief Officers.
| Chief Executive | Eddie Fraser |
|---|---|
| Director of East Ayrshire Council Health and Social Care Partnership | Craig McArthur |
| Head of Finance and ICT | Joe McLachlan |
| Head of Education | Linda McAulay-Griffiths |
| Head of Human Resources | Amanda Lowe |
Is East Ayrshire deprived?
East Ayrshire: 0-5% Most Deprived Datazones
Ten of East Ayrshire’s datazones are among Scotland’s 0-5% most deprived areas. The table which follows lists where they rank compared to the rest of Scotland.
What is the largest town in Ayrshire?
Kilmarnock
The largest settlement in Ayrshire by population is Kilmarnock, closely followed by Ayr.
What is Kilmarnock nickname?
Killie
Kilmarnock F.C.
| Full name | Kilmarnock Football Club |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | Killie |
| Founded | 5 January 1869 |
| Ground | Rugby Park, Kilmarnock |
| Capacity | 17,889 |
What does Kilmarnock mean in Gaelic?
The market town of Kilmarnock is located in the Cunninghame district of East Ayrshire, 12 miles north-east from the coastal town of Ayr. The name of Kilmarnock translates from Scottish Gaelic into English as the ‘Church of my dear little St Ernan‘.
Who owns Dean Castle in Kilmarnock?
East Ayrshire Leisure
The Castle takes its name from ‘The Dean’ or wooded valley, a common place name in Scotland. However, until about 1700 it was called Kilmarnock Castle.
| Dean Castle | |
|---|---|
| Height | 3.5 |
| Site information | |
| Owner | East Ayrshire Leisure, on behalf of East Ayrshire Council |
| Open to the public | Yes, free of charge |
How many schools are in East Ayrshire?
We are responsible for seven secondary schools, 40 primary schools and three special schools across East Ayrshire.
What is the oldest town in Ayrshire?
Part of modern Irvine contains the oldest continually inhabited village in Europe. Dreghorn, a separate village on the outskirts of Irvine, appears to contain archaeological remains dating back to the first incursions of humanity into Scotland (Mesolithic).
Where is the best place to live in Ayrshire?
According to a quality of life survey conducted by the Bank of Scotland, South Ayrshire has been ranked twice as the 16th best place to live in the whole of the UK.
- Ayr, South Ayrshire.
- Prestwick, South Ayrshire.
- Irvine, North Ayrshire.
Who owns Mauchline?
Mauchline Castle, was built in the 1400s as a monastic residence for Melrose Abbey. Robert Burns is believed to have married Jean Armour in the castles dining room. With the castle now being the family home of Alexander Hamilton, it is not open to the public.
Who is the MSP for East Ayrshire?
Kilmarnock and Irvine Valley (Scottish Parliament constituency)
| Kilmarnock and Irvine Valley | |
|---|---|
| Created | 2011 |
| Party | Scottish National Party |
| MSP | Willie Coffey |
| Council area | East Ayrshire |
How many pupils does Aboyne Academy have?
Aboyne Academy provides secondary school education for the communities of mid and upper Deeside. The current school roll is 739 (August 2022.) The school has the largest geographical catchment area of all the schools in Aberdeenshire and has 10 associated Primary Schools.
Is Kilmarnock rough?
The town is ringed by a growth of dirty-grey, pebble-dashed flats of unspeakable misery. One contributor described the community, which spawned the chart-topping rock band Biffy Clyro, as: “A truly crap town…
Is East Ayrshire a nice place to live?
East Ayrshire is a desirable part of Scotland in which to live. Situated within easy reach of Glasgow as well as the seaside towns of the west coast, East Ayrshire combines an idyllic mix of rural beauty and urban living for those seeking a high quality of life.
What is the most deprived town in Scotland?
Greenock town centre
GREENOCK town centre has been named Scotland’s most deprived area in official statistics, with council leaders calling it “a bitter pill to swallow”. The latest Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) data said it has overtaken Ferguslie Park in Paisley.
What is Scotland’s smallest city?
Stirling
Stirling has the smallest population of Scotland’s cities.
Localities.
| Rank | 1 |
|---|---|
| Locality | Glasgow |
| Population | 632,350 |
| Status | City |
| Council area | Glasgow City |
What is an Ayrshire accent?
Famous Ayrshire Scots speakers
This dialect of Scots is spoken across Ayrshire from Girvan in the south to Kilbirnie in the north and Cumnock and Muirkirk in the east. Its sounds and vocabulary vary depending on where you are in Ayrshire.