At a glance
A famous boarding school in north-east Scotland where three generations of the British royal family studied. A strong academic programme is combined with learning through adventure, sailing and service.
Modern classrooms, a computer centre, a music school, a theatre and a recording studio. Sport facilities include squash courts, a gym, football, rugby and cricket pitches, an all-weather hockey pitch, a climbing wall, a 400m track, a shooting range and an indoor pool. A harbour, beaches and golf courses are nearby — and the school even has its own fire service.
Junior pupils live in their own house in cosy rooms for up to seven, with staff on hand around the clock. Senior pupils live in one of nine boarding houses on campus, boys and girls separately, each with bedrooms, study rooms, common rooms and a kitchen, and a houseparent and tutor caring for every pupil.
Rugby, cricket, hockey, football, netball, tennis, athletics, swimming, basketball, volleyball, badminton, squash, riding, skiing and golf. Teams compete across Scotland, including in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Gordonstoun is the only school in Scotland to teach dance as an academic subject, with several shows a year. Music covers almost every instrument, singing and choir; art includes digital media and design; and drama productions are among the most popular activities.
Details are provided for guidance and are based on information published by the school; fees and dates change every year — we confirm them for each family.
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