Our School
From our nurturing Nursery and innovative Lower School to our dynamic Upper School, Albyn School offers every child a complete learning journey — rich in academic challenge — alongside a vibrant co-curricular life and a welcoming community for all.
Introduction
Since our beginnings in 1867, Albyn School has enjoyed over 150 years of looking forward and adapting to an ever-changing world, securing our current place as one of Scotland’s leading independent schools for girls and boys from 2-18 years old.
Together, we create the perfect environment for inquisitive minds of all ages to develop curiosity, knowledge and skills, developing the character and confidence to succeed and face the challenges of life in the 21st century.
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We instil 6 key qualities in all our pupils; curiosity, resilience, endeavour, confidence, empathy and teamwork, helping them to become self-aware, ambitious and outward-looking, and equip them for the world beyond school
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Leading the way in independent education in the North East for over 150 years
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We have over 100 co-curricular activities for pupils to choose from
A welcome from
Our Head of School
"Albyn School is a community. It’s a community of pupils who want to learn. It is a happy, safe and vibrant community where pupils feel that they can be themselves, and be valued for who they are. It’s a community of staff, parents and pupils who want to work together to nurture talent, and develop knowledge and skills. We focus everything we do on our core values of becoming more self-aware, ambitious and outward looking."
Our Community
We are more than classrooms and corridors — we're a strong, collaborative and inclusive community where respect and kindness guide everything we do. Every child is known personally and supported to grow as an individual. Together we develop each child’s character and nurture their physical and mental wellbeing in a safe environment.
Our Purpose
Our School
The Albyn Experience
From STEM education and the arts to competitive sports and co-curricular activities, Albyn School is a leading community of lifelong learners — a lasting force for good.
Lower School
Albyn Curriculum Enrichment
Our Albyn Curriculum Enrichment (ACE) programme develops a love for learning and curiosity beyond the classroom.
Queen's Road 100
Celebrating a Rich History
In 2025/26, we’re marking a momentous milestone: 100 years in our current home in the west end of Aberdeen. We’ll be hosting festivities throughout the year and warmly invite the whole community to get involved and help make this a truly memorable year as we celebrate our heritage and look to the future.
We're celebrating 100 years of education, growth and community spirit.
Share your memories and tag @AlbynSchool #QueensRoad100
Where will your journey start?
Join an inclusive, supportive and welcoming community built on our core values of becoming more self-aware, ambitious and outward-looking.
Nursery
With an emphasis on the importance of play, our nursery provides a nurturing start: building a strong foundation for future learning.
Lower School
The Lower School offers a strong academic foundation, encouraging confidence and personal growth.
Upper School
The Upper School prepares pupils for future success through a challenging, supportive academic experience.
French School
An exceptional bilingual education that develops confident, globally aware pupils ready to thrive in an interconnected world.
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