Dingwall Academy and Deaf Studies

The school has a base which provides for pupils with severe to profound hearing loss. It aims to ensure that these pupils are included in mainstream provision, that they are fully involved in the life of the school and that they achieve to their full potential.  As part of the school’s inclusive practices, deaf and hearing senior pupils, and staff are offered courses in deaf studies to develop their understanding of deaf culture and language, sign language, receptive skills and issues relating to deafness. The initiative is strongly supported and promoted by the headteacher.