But these are just some of the subjects Alford Academy is planning to offer S1 to S6 pupils after winning its bid to be included in the Scottish Executive's Schools of Ambition programme.
Rector Tim McKay said the school realised that while there are naturally gifted students who will always excel in the traditional subjects such as maths and English, there are also those who will benefit from practical subjects.
Now as part of its plans to become a "centre of excellence", the school aims to widen its curriculum to incorporate, among others, the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme and driving lessons, as well as subjects such as child care, construction skills, and hairdressing.
Mr McKay said: "Alford Academy is already a good school but what we are looking to do is make the school, from the philosophy of being a good school, into a great school. That is very much where we see ourselves going.
"I firmly believe that Alford Academy is at the centre of the community." He said the school was the largest employer in the area and as it catered for the 12 to 18 years olds in the area he added "we have a captive audience to really make a difference to youngsters lives."
First Minister Jack McConnell announced last week that the school was one of 21 schools selected to be part of the national programme, which will see the school get an additional £300,000 over the next three years.
This money will be used to support the school's main objectives which include the promotion of further curricular breadth and depth through working with other educational establishments and local businesses, as well as developing pupil and staff leadership opportunities and creating a culture of achievement and ambition through changes to teaching and learning.
Education minister Hugh Henry said: "There are some very innovative and creative ideas coming out of our Schools of Ambition. They are forging new ways of making sure we do our best for all our young people. Many of these ideas, including Alford Academy's plans to focus on enterprise and creativity, can help us to make all our young people become successful learners, confident individuals, effective contributors and responsible citizens."
A copy of Alford Academy's bid is available from the school reception or by visiting www.alfordacademy.aberdeenshire.sch.uk
Letters will also be sent out to parents informing them of the announcement.