| Administrative History | The original Miller Institution (now the Public Library) was opened in 1862. It was named after its founder, Alexander Miller, a native of Thurso, who had inherited a considerable fortune from his uncle and who used the money for various charitable purposes including the building of a school.
The original building was extended in 1892 and in 1900 a second building, which is still part of the school, was erected. In 1937 the present main block was opened as a secondary department and in 1958, due to the rapid increase in population because of Dounreay, the demountable huts were built. In the same year Thurso High School was built and Miller Academy became solely a primary school.
In session 1996-97, Miller Academy received major renovation work. The building which houses the art room was completely renovated creating art, music and hall areas. An old-time classroom was also developed to reflect Miller Academy's long historical past. |