. Boarding Prefect: involves working with members of staff to organise events for younger students and meeting with these pupils regularly to hear their opinions and . Kilgraston is a leading independent school for children aged 5 - 18* Kilgraston is a dynamic school. Kilgraston School. Houses. The town is situated between Perth and Stirling and offers easy access to the A9 motorway both North and South. John Grant, the eldest son of Patrick Grant of Glenlochy, in Strath Spey, Inverness-shire, and whose principal wealth was made in Jamaica, was for several years a member of the Assembly there, becoming an assistant Judge of Jamaica's Supreme Court, and eventually succeeded Thomas French as Chief Justice of that island in January 1783, which office he held until 1790. Teachers at Kilgraston . Dorms for more. In this conversation. Bridge of Earn, The Society ran the school as a charitable trust until 2000 when it became a private school. During the Summer, Kilgraston runs its own four week English language summer school for boys and girls aged 8 17. There will be Mass at 10.30am followed by tours of the school and lunch. 2019 Kilgraston - Independent School in Scotland, UK Registered in Scotland as a Charity SC029664, Kilgraston School, . Visiting Kilgraston; Term Dates; School Fees; Scholarships and Bursaries; Kilgraston Bus Routes; Tatler Guide 2021; Parents. Departments. Boarding is available for girls only aged eight years old and above. Kilgraston is set in 54 acres of parkland just south of Perth. Image: John Need. Private School. We have an enviable record of academic achievement at the highest level. St Aloysius is the only Jesuit school in Scotland and educates around 1000 students between the ages of 3 and 18. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the . Benedict Lawson is a Governor of the Kilgraston School Trust. Teacher at Ballyclare Secondary School Belfast . Perthshire, At Higher level, some 99.4% of pupils achieved Grades A to C with 93.6% obtaining Grades A B at the same level. It is distinctive and remarkable and offers a world-class education that is both academic and personal. - Recognising effort from staff that go 'above and beyond', and rewarding them as such, including recommending staff that show management qualities for promotion. Kilgraston School. In 2020 Kilgraston celebrated an impressive new record with 100% of girls achieving Grades A to C at Advanced Higher level and 94.4% of pupils scoring an impressive A-B Grade at the same level. The Sunday Times top performing independent school for Intermediate 2, Highers and . [citation needed]. The school was named Independent School of the Year Finalist in the 'Best Response to Covid' Category. Nearestairports:Edinburgh 40 minutes, Dundee30 minutes, Nearest railway stations: Perth, 8 minutes (5 miles). Miss Coleen Nicoll - Voice. A nurturing ethos is apparent. His passions include creativity, the performing arts, access to Higher Education and fine wine. Benedict has been a trustee of Scotlands Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) since 2016 and has other non-executive business experience. 3. The school is centred on a mansion house set in 72 acres (290,000 m 2) of parkland, at Bridge of Earn, 3 miles (4.8 km) south of Perth. Miss Toni Russell Clarsach The independent school, near Bridge of Earn, was the first in Scotland to outlaw phones in classrooms. 4 Auchamore Road Dunoon, Argyll & Bute PA23 7DY. Mrs Vicky Campbell - Woodwind. Kilgraston School Bridge of Earn, Perthshire PH2 9BQ T: +44(0)1738 812 257 F: +44(0)1738 813 410 E: reception@kilgraston.com FSC certificate KILGR ASTON SCHOOL COR UNUM 2020 - 2021 Geraldine is a Chartered Accountant who has held a number of Non-Executive Director posts across the public and private sector. Broughty Ferry active travel project costs double to 18m - but who pays for it? . The ban was introduced by former principal Dorothy MacGinty as a way of combating a growing addiction among teenagers to their smart phones. Mr Bryan Sinclair - Bagpipes. Kilgraston School in Perthshire has been enjoying the benefits of 'increased human . In Drama, pupils take the LAMDA examinations and partake in plays, musicals and house drama competitions. extra-curricular activities, staff Kilgraston is a day and boarding school and has 260 pupils from 14 . It is packed with incredible learning opportunities, amazing activities and fantastic trips. Kilgraston Christmas Carol Concert 2015 70% of Kilgraston pupils achieved a Grade A at National 5 level in 2022. A great turnout of support for both teams, thank you to all who came to watch. School. 16. Scotland's leading Independent school (as voted by The Sunday Times 2020 and the Independent School Parent magazine 2021), educating pupils aged 4 to 18. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of General Practice. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The school is centred on a mansion house set in 72 acres (290,000m2) of parkland, at Bridge of Earn, 3 miles (4.8km) south of Perth. Kilgraston supports #MentalHealthAwareness and this year's mental health ambassadors will be promoting the #JustOneThing campaign. Kilgraston is a day and boarding school in Bridge of Earn, Perthshire for children aged 5 - 18.. Kilgraston, PH2 9BQ Perth Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Clifton Hall School Ltd. Mr Kenny Cormack Guitar PH2 9BQ, Beyond The Classroom Clubs and Activities. (It doesnt have to be your real name - but nothing rude please, we are a polite bunch!). The Art Department are renowned for their outstanding creativity and artwork, in which girls win top art awards at competitions across Scotland. Transport communications are excellent, with motorways and airports within easy reach (Edinburgh Airport just 40 minutes by car), making travel to major national and international destinations practical and affordable. Kilgraston in Perth is girls boarding school in Scotland. For Admissions please contact Head of Admissions on 01738 812 257 or email admissions@kilgraston.com. As a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, there are exchange and twinning programmes available for girls to interact with fellow students from sister schools around the world. Kilgraston offers a happy and safe boarding community from the age of 8 and outstanding pastoral care is provided by each of the Housemistresses on the 2 boarding houses, which are connected to the main school, allowing access to the exceptional facilities. All-rounder scholarships are also available. Mrs Vicky Campbell Woodwind Kilgraston currently has girls representing Scotland in Hockey and Netball. SC001810 POPE FRANCIS' MESSAGE FOR LENT 2018 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: News, views and coming events from around the diocese O nce again, the Pasch of the Lord draws near! Kilgraston I was the editor on over 500 television commercials and national campaigns including some of the best TV ads ever created. View Tweet, 2019 Kilgraston - Independent School in Scotland, UK Registered in Scotland as a Charity SC029664, Kilgraston School, KILGRASTON SCOOPS TOP SUNDAY TIMES AWARD. February 14 2023, 12.59pm. Scotlands Boarding Schools is a subsidiary brand Reception +44 (0)1738 812257 . We spoke to the head teacher at Kilgraston School to find out how the ban has been working. She said pupils and staff have found the ban on mobile phones to be a positive move. I was involved in the distribution of meals to hospitals and assisted in organising other volunteers. Grant purchased, towards the end of the 18th century, from the Murray and Craigie families, the contiguous estates of Kilgraston and Pitcaithly, situated in the east end of the beautiful and rich valley of Strath Earn, and extending over part of the Ochil Hills. Benedict is currently the Chief Executive of an FCA regulated, Scottish based family office looking after the private affairs of an extended family and is also Chief Investment Officer for some institutional pension and charitable assets. The School does not discriminate against, victimise or harass staff (or job applicants), pupils or parents on the basis of: - sex; - gender reassignment; -race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin); . Iusto scripta quaeque est id, id modo legendos deseruisse duo. He was educated in Northern Ireland and studied Medicine in Dublin, thereafter returning to work in his home town in Northern Ireland for several years. Download the brochure here. Last edited on 27 February 2023, at 19:48, "School of excellence: Kilgraston School", Best Scottish Schools by Advanced Highers, "Award-winning Perthshire school sees girls boarding bucking trend and booming", "Schools hockey: Katie Robertson and Louise Baxter join forces", "MSPs four times as likely to have been educated at private school", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kilgraston_School&oldid=1141960857, This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 19:48. Tanya Davie, head teacher at Kilgraston School in Perthshire. Boarding is available to girls aged 8 and above. We are here to support you every step of the way. Bridge of Earn Pupils do not have access to mobile phones during the school day. Copyright 2023 - All Rights Reserved SCIS Scotland, Gender: co-educational Junior School, girls only Senior School and Sixth Form, Curriculum and Qualifications National 4, National 5, Highers and Advanced Highers. Its girls were transferred 22 miles to Kilgraston and one of the boarding houses was named Butterstone after the school. Well done to the staff hockey team who took on the mighty Upper 6 on Thursday evening! Bridge of Earn, Leading independent boarding and day school offering an outstanding education for children aged 5 to 18 set in 54 acres of stunning Scottish parkland. PH2 9BQ, Beyond The Classroom Clubs and Activities. 11/19/2022 8:56 AM. Well done to the staff hockey team who took on the mighty Upper 6 on Thursday evening! The mansion was used as a private home until World War I during which it was used as a hospital. A great turnout of support for both teams, thank you to all who came to watch. Also, in 1783, he was confirmed as an armiger by the Lord Lyon King of Arms. The deadline for applications is Friday 10th March 2023. Junior Years. Scholarship awards are available for entry into U3/P7 onwards. Reception +44 (0)1738 812257. reception@kilgraston.com . 56 59 62 64 68 69. Kilgraston girls and staff have just left on the first leg of their journey to the Unison World School in India! Visiting Kilgraston; Term Dates; School Fees; Scholarships and Bursaries; Kilgraston Bus Routes; Tatler Guide 2021; Parents.