Kirkton, Dundee facts for kids
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| Population | 5,712 |
| OS grid reference | NO393333 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | DUNDEE |
| Postcode district | DD3 |
| Dialling code | 01382 |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Kirkton is a lively neighborhood located in the northern part of Dundee, a city in Scotland. It's a place where many people live and go to school. Kirkton is surrounded by other areas. To its west, you'll find Downfield. To the east is Trottick, and to the south is Fairmuir.
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Learning in Kirkton
Kirkton is home to several schools, making it a great place for students. There are schools for younger children and also for teenagers.
Primary Schools
For younger students, Kirkton has two primary schools. These are Sidlaw View Primary and Downfield Primary. They help kids learn the basics and get ready for secondary school.
Secondary Schools
Older students attend one of two secondary schools in Kirkton. These are Baldragon Academy and St. Paul's RC Academy. These schools offer a wide range of subjects for teenagers.
College Campus
If you're looking for further education, the Kingsway Campus of Dundee College is also in Kirkton. It's located in the southern part of the area. This college offers many different courses for students after secondary school.
Getting Around Kirkton
Kirkton has good public transport links. You can catch several bus services to travel around Dundee and to other towns.
Xplore Dundee Buses
Xplore Dundee operates local bus services from Kirkton.
- Service 10 can take you to Ninewells Hospital or all the way to Broughty Ferry.
- Service 18 travels to Claverhouse or to Albert Square in Dundee city centre.
Stagecoach Strathtay Buses
Stagecoach Strathtay also provides a bus service from Kirkton.
- Service 21D connects Kirkton to Dundee Seagate Bus Station. It can also take you further north to Forfar.
Moffat & Williamson Buses
Another bus company, Moffat & Williamson, offers a service too.
- Service 202 goes to the Post Office in Dundee city centre.
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A street in Kirkton
