Education
Glenalmond launches #Challenge175 ahead of landmark year
Glenalmond College in Perthshire is this week launching an ambitious sporting challenge which aims to raise £175,000 for life-changing bursaries. The challenge will take place as Glenalmond starts the countdown to celebrate its 175th anniversary in 2022 and is being sponsored by Johnston Carmichael Wealth, one of the UK’s leading firms of chartered financial planners.…
Read MoreExperts put on the spot by primary four school pupils
Pupils at Morrison’s Academy’s nursery, primary one, two and three pupils returned to the Crieff campus this week. When the latest lockdown was announced at the end of 2020, primary four teacher Mrs Clark considered how she could keep her pupils excited about learning in the New Year when they knew they were returning to…
Read MoreSchool marking its 175th anniversary with events for all
St Margaret’s School for Girls in Aberdeen, are set to celebrate their 175th anniversary and International Women’s Day with the launch of a new Inspirational Women series that they hope will inspire girls across the world. The brand new series – which is free and open to the public – will feature stories and insights…
Read MoreGlenalmond appoint two new council members
Two new members have been appointed to the council of Glenalmond College in Perthshire, one of Scotland’s leading independent schools. Kirsty Moseley and Ruth Shackleton, both former pupils of Glenalmond, have recently taken up the roles on the Council of Glenalmond. Mrs Moseley was educated at Glenalmond from 2002-2004 and went on to gain a…
Read MoreSchool donates winter coats to those in need
Strathallan School has donated more than 75 winter coats to those experiencing hardship this winter. The school based in rural Perthshire organised an appeal for winter coats to help families in need in the Perth and Kinross area. Strathallan Prep School Pupil Alexander Wright, who volunteered with his sister Francesca to help pack the coats,…
Read MoreCrustaceans for the nation from the Firth of Forth
The Firth of Forth Lobster Hatchery is hooked on giving back to the sea. The idea for the Firth of Forth Lobster Hatchery first hit hatchery director David Grubb in 2007. The part-time lobster fisherman decided that, ‘it was time that I gave something back to the sea. Fishermen are very good at taking things…
Read MoreString of successes for Strathallan student
A Scottish schoolgirl can add two accolades to her violin bow this month as she has been invited to join the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland (NYOS) and the Royal Conservatoire (RCS). Strathallan student Madeleine Sayce has been offered a place on the highly regarded Bachelor of Music Performance at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland…
Read MoreIndependent schools – bursaries and scholarships
Albyn School: https://www.albynschool.co.uk/admissions/financial-assistance/ Ardvreck: https://www.ardvreckschool.co.uk/school-fees/ Belhaven Hill School: https://www.belhavenhill.com/Admissions/Bursaries/ Belmont House School: https://www.belmontschool.co.uk/apply/financial-aid/ Cargilfield School: https://www.cargilfield.com/admissions/bursaries Clifton Hall School: http://www.cliftonhall.com/admissions/bursaries/ Cedars School of Excellence: http://www.cedars.inverclyde.sch.uk/ The Compass School: http://www.thecompassschool.co.uk/admissions/financial-assistance Craigclowan School: https://craigclowan-school.co.uk/admissions/fee-assistance/ Dollar Academy: https://www.dollaracademy.org.uk/admissions/financial-assistance The Edinburgh Academy: https://www.edinburghacademy.org.uk/412/bursaries-scholarships Edinburgh Montessori Arts School: https://www.emaschool.co.uk/admissions/fee-assistance/ Edinburgh Steiner School: https://www.edinburghsteinerschool.org.uk/admissions/fees-and-finance/ Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools (ESMS): https://www.esms.org.uk/fees/bursaries-and-scholarships Fairview…
Read MoreDates unveiled for Merchiston virtual open days
MERCHISTON Castle in Edinburgh has revealed the dates for its online open evenings. The independent school will hold virtual tours and webinars on 21 January and 25 February at 6pm. “Our virtual experience is designed to offer you a glimpse inside Merchiston, allowing you the opportunity to immersive yourself in our grounds and buildings,” explained…
Read MoreFettes students star in virtual visits
PUPILS at Fettes College have recorded a video as part of the independent school’s virtual visits for prospective students and parents. The short film, which was recorded in October, gives online visitors a flavour of life at the Edinburgh school. As part of the viritual visiting, families can also book one-to-one video calls with the…
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