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Strathallan School

Strathallan School, Forgandenny, Perthshire PH2 9EG
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Ages5 – 18

Strathallan School is an international school in Forgandenny, United Kingdom. It serves 580 students for students aged 5–18.

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Location & getting here

Postcode
PH2 9EG
Setting
Semi-rural
Nearest town
Perth5.6 km

Rural Scottish location near historic Perth. Peaceful countryside setting with strong local community ties, accessible from Edinburgh and Glasgow for international flights.

Nearest airports

Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.

AirportDistanceDrive from schoolInternational note
Edinburgh45 km~69 minEDI — Scottish gateway
Manchester341 km~453 minMAN — Northern gateway; global connections
Birmingham447 km~591 minBHX — Midlands gateway

NanaSays Scorecard

580
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Types Available
Academic Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Art Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Music Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Performing Arts Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Drama Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Pipe Band Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Sport Scholarship — up to 10% fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry
Harry Riley All Rounder Award — combination of academic and two non-academic disciplines, up to 10% fee remission
Headmaster's Award — combination of three non-academic disciplines, up to 10% fee remission
Bursaries (means-tested): The school provides means-tested bursaries to make education accessible to talented pupils; deadline for entry September 2026 is 2nd February 2026.
💡 Scholarship amounts and bursary likelihood analysis are in the Full Deep Report.
Merit-based Scholarships

Key facts

Ages
5–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
580
Fees
$ 16,995$ 52,431 / year
Inspectorate
ISI

Fees & the true cost of attendance

Published fees · inclusive of VAT

PhasePer termPer year
Day (Year 1-2)£5,665£16,995
Day (Year 3-4)£6,524£19,572
Day (Year 5 to Second Form)£7,496£22,488
Day (Senior - Third Form to Sixth Form)£11,432£34,296
Boarding (Year 3-4)£11,000£33,000
Boarding (Year 5 to Second Form)£12,475£37,425
Boarding (Senior - Third Form to Sixth Form)£17,477£52,431

Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)

ItemFrequencyAmount
Public ExaminationsPer term
RegistrationOne-time£120

Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.

Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.

Scholarships & financial assistance

Merit-based scholarships (9 types)

Academic Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Art Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Music Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Performing Arts Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Drama Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Pipe Band Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Sport Scholarship — up to fee remission, available at Prep School and Third Form entry10% fee remission
Harry Riley All Rounder Award — combination of academic and two non-academic disciplines, up to fee remission10% fee remission
Headmaster's Award — combination of three non-academic disciplines, up to fee remission10% fee remission

ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.

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Means-tested bursaries — the school looks at your family income and can offer a much larger discount than any scholarship. The school provides means-tested bursaries to make education accessible to talented pupils; deadline for entry September 2026 is 2nd February 2026. Ask the Bursar directly — these are rarely advertised prominently.

About

Strathallan School is nestled in 153 acres of Perthshire countryside and has been providing education for over 100 years. The school offers award-winning education and sector-leading pastoral care with a non-selective admissions policy welcoming pupils aged 5-18. Pupils consistently achieve top A-Level results, and the school boasts an impressive alumni network including Olympians and Emmy winners.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

What Makes This School Different

Immersion and Short-Stays programme for
Sports Academies in Rugby, Tennis, Shoot
Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme
Combined Cadet Force (CCF)
Prep School Baccalaureate programme
Clubs & Activities
EsportsQuiz nightFilm NightDodgeballRoller DiscoReading EveningBasketballGolfTeam RoundersBadminton+22 more
Expeditions include: Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions, CCF field days and activities, Sunday excursions (optional), International study trips (for immersion pupils)

Academic Results

University Destinations 2023
University of Bath2University of EdinburghDurham UniversityUniversity of St AndrewsUniversity of GlasgowUniversity of ManchesterHarvard University1

Admissions

Entry pointAssessmentAssessment dateRegistration deadline
Prep School (First Form)Online assessment (60-90 minutes) + written essay + interview with Head of Prep School and scholarship coordinatorMarchFriday 20th February 2026
Third Form (Year 9)90-minute online cognitive abilities assessment + English and Mathematics assessments + assessments in two further subjects chosen from Combined Science, French, Geography, History, Latin, Design Technology + interviewNovemberThursday 30th October 2025

How to apply

  1. Complete admissions enquiry form
  2. Visit the school (open mornings, individual visits, taster days, or overnight stays available)
  3. Connect with school via social media and e-newsletter
  4. Register child (£120 registration fee)
  5. Submit required documentation (school report, medical declaration, additional support needs form if applicable, identity documents)
  6. Attend assessment day
  7. Receive offer and sign Parental Consent and Admissions Agreement

What you'll need to submit

  • Online admissions enquiry form
  • School report from current school
  • Medical Declaration
  • Additional Support Needs form (if applicable)
  • Identity documents
  • Scholarship application (if applicable)

Open events

  • Open mornings throughout the year
  • Individual visits by appointment outside open mornings
  • Taster days available
  • Overnight stays available for prospective boarders

Scholarships: Scholarships available in Academic, Art, Music, Performing Arts, Drama, Pipe Band, Sport, and All Rounder categories. Third Form Scholarships deadline: 30th October 2025. Prep School Scholarships deadline: 20th February 2026.

Admissions contact: [email protected] or +44 (0)1738 812546

Rolling admissions with multiple entry points. International families supported with visa sponsorship via Sable International. Assessment format varies by entry point.

Why Families Choose

  • Non-selective admissions policy
  • Award-winning education
  • Sector-leading pastoral care
  • Top A-Level results
  • Broadest curriculum in Scotland
  • Vast range of activities
  • Notable alumni including Olympians and Emmy winners

Boarding Life

Boarding Type
Boarding
Capacity
305 students

Full Boarding

Student Demographics

School Type
Co-educational
Age Range
518
Student Body
Boarding capacity305

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Sports Programme

70
teams across 21 sports
Signature Sports
Rugby UnionCricketHockeyTennisNetball
Teams by Sport
Rugby Union
23
teams
Hockey
31
teams
Cricket
28
teams
Tennis
23
teams
Netball
16
teams
Football
5
teams
Cross Country
13
teams
Hockey Sevens
16
teams
Hockey Indoor
8
teams
Rugby Sevens
4
teams
Basketball
3
teams
Swimming
3
teams
Badminton
1
teams
Biathlon
2
teams
Clay Pigeon Shooting
1
teams
Equestrian
1
teams
Fives
1
teams
Golf
1
teams
Hockey Fives
1
teams
Squash
1
teams
Target Rifle
1
teams
Also Offered
Athletics
Recent Highlights
NationalSenior Boys Tennis 3rd place finish at LTA National Championships2023
NationalScottish Schools Boys Tennis Cup finalists2023
NationalTennis Scotland School of the Year winner2022
NationalScottish U16 Junior National singles champion (Jed McM)2023
Notable Coaches
Tommy Ogilvie
Head of Tennis
Coaches all age groups; programme recognised as Tennis Scotland School of the Year (2022)
Facilities
Floodlit synthetic hockey pitches (Ramsay Astro, Barr Astro)Indoor multi-sports hallStrength and conditioning suite with ice baths and infra-red recovery panelsOutdoor tennis courtsOutdoor netball courtsPlaying fields for rugby, cricket and footballSquash courtsSwimming poolClimbing wallPurpose-built clay target shooting range

Notable Alumni

Ian MacNaughton
BAFTA-winning television and film director of Monty Python's Flying Circus
David Mitton
BAFTA-nominated director and screenwriter of Thomas the Tank Engine
Doug Mitchell
Academy Award-nominated film producer for Babe
Colin Montgomerie
Scottish professional golfer in World Golf Hall of Fame
Peter Niven
National Hunt jockey with 1,000 race wins and racehorse trainer
Mike Allingham
Scottish cricket player with 49 international matches

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at Strathallan School directly for current fee information.