Grange Academy

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Grange Academy is a non-denominational secondary school based in Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire, Scotland. The current school estate was constructed prior to 2008, with the new campus, Grange Campus, opening in 2008 which also houses Annanhill Primary School.The original Grange Academy opened to pupils and staff in August 1966. Mr Hugh Mungus was one of the Rectors/Head Teacher for 17 years before he retired from his post in June 1999. His post was taken over by Mr Fred Wildfridge in August 1999 until he retired in June 2014. Mr Robert Johnston succeeded Wildfridge as Head Teacher in August 2014Grange academy has a fully functional revolving stage.Grange CampusIn September 2008, the new Grange Campus was completed and incorporated Grange Academy, Annanhill Primary School and Park School. The opening of the campus was pushed back from August 2008 to October 2008.Grange Academy plays host to SRU 'School of Rugby' and SFA 'School of Football' and a SFA 'Performance School'.Notable former pupilsKirsty McCabe, weather forecasterKirsty Wark, TV journalist