Holistic approach brings key skills for the future
Having been an educator for 25 years in the UK and internationally and spending the last decade working as the head of an established International Baccalaureate (IB) school, founding principal...
Making education accessible to as many children as possible
Morrison’s Academy in Crieff was established on a proud tradition of philanthropy. We strive to make our educational offering accessible to as many families as possible. Our school founder, Thomas...
Making all the numbers add up
It is never too soon to start saving. Putting money aside regularly from a child’s birth means a good start, but even saving £200 a month would need a return...
Academy for the future
Kelvinside Academy has a mission to redefine education. The forward-thinking indepen-dent school in Glasgow’s West End puts the focus on progres-sive pupil-centric learning at every stage for its 600-plus students....
OPEN DAYS
Many of Scotland’s independent schools hold open days for families to see around the school, view its facilities and meet the teachers and students. Others invite prospective pupils and their...
What is the true value of an education?
What does a worthwhile, purposeful and relevant education in the 2020s really look like? And what are the features of its success? In light of recent exam grading difficulties, the...
Learning experiences that are made to measure
Independent schools focus on tailoring education to each individual child One of the things that sets independent schools apart is the way that learning – in its widest sense –...
Lessons in lockdown
Covid saw Scottish schools adapting in many ways. Innovations came in many forms and Philip Graham, deputy head (pastoral) at the High School of Glasgow senior school, highlights a pupil-led...
How autonomy helped schools overcome challenges
At the same time as coping with Covid, independent schools have been negotiating several other hurdles. But the sector remains in good shape. As members of the Scottish Council of...