Welcome to St Peter the Apostle High School

At St Peter the Apostle High School, our mission is rooted in the Gospel values of love, compassion and hope. These values shape our school motto, guide our daily interactions and define the welcoming, inclusive community that we are proud to be.

As a Catholic school, faith is at the heart of everything we do. Our beautiful oratory, situated at the centre of the school, serves as a powerful symbol of our identity and reminds us of our commitment to nurturing the spiritual, academic and personal development of every young person entrusted to our care.

Our school values of Faith, Respect, Inclusion, Equity, Nurture and Determination underpin all aspects of school life. They inspire us to create a learning community where every young person is valued, encouraged and supported to achieve their full potential. We celebrate the rich diversity within our community and are committed to ensuring that all learners experience success, belonging and opportunity.

We are ambitious for every young person and strive to provide the highest quality learning experiences, enabling them to leave St Peter's equipped with the knowledge, skills, confidence and values needed to flourish in the future. We welcome challenge, embrace accountability and are committed to continuous improvement in all that we do.

Strong partnerships are central to our success. We recognise that parents and carers are the first and most important educators of their children, and we greatly value the trust they place in us. By working closely together, we can ensure that every young person receives the support, encouragement and opportunities they need to thrive. The contribution of our Parent Council and the wider parent body continues to strengthen and enrich our school community.

We are equally proud of our commitment to corporate parenting, recognising our collective responsibility to support and champion the aspirations, wellbeing and achievements of care-experienced children and young people. We strive to ensure that every learner feels safe, respected, included and empowered to succeed.

Our partnerships with local parishes remain pivotal to the life of our school. The guidance and support of our Chaplain, Father Boyle, and our parish communities help strengthen our faith journey and enrich the experiences of our young people. We also greatly value our strong partnership with West Dunbartonshire Council, whose officers and elected members work alongside us to support the highest quality outcomes for our learners.

Together, as pupils, staff, parents, carers and partners, we are building a community founded on faith, compassion and hope. Through collaboration, determination and a shared commitment to excellence, there is no limit to what our young people can achieve.

Mhairi McCarte

Head Teacher