What is an Independent School?

As a parent, it’s natural to want to give your child every opportunity to discover what they’re good at and what they love doing in a safe and supportive environment. Which is why, in Scotland we are very fortunate. We have a wide range of first-rate independent schools to choose from. So whether you have a tech-loving future internet entrepreneur on your hands, or a child who craves hours of fresh air and exercise every day, Scotland’s independent schools can offer you the freedom to find the right educational environment for your son or daughter.

You have a choice of:

Single sex or co-educational schools Large and small schools in both urban and countryside settings Day schools, boarding schools and those who offer both Schools equipped to deal with Complex Additional Support Needs With a healthy and diverse mix of backgrounds, Scotland has always placed great value on education and today more than 30,000 children and young people attend an independent school. Over 25 per cent of pupils received financial assistance with fees in 2015-16, while nearly a third of boarders came from overseas.

The healthy mix of abilities and backgrounds that abound are as varied as the personalities of the children themselves. This makes for a vibrant and modern community that mirrors the real world and will serve your child well for the future.

The independent school advantage

When children are young we often wonder what the future will hold. Will they be musical? Will they be academic? Who will they choose as their friends? Scotland’s independent schools are set up to give your child every opportunity both inside and outside the classroom.

The schools’ reputation for academic excellence is an obvious