An exclusive school in Crieff is celebrating top marks after being named among the best 10 prep schools in the entire UK.
Ardvreck School, which educates children from the age of three up to 13, is also one of only two independent schools in Scotland to be included in the 2021 Spear’s Schools Index’s top 100 private schools in the world.
The other Scottish school to feature is senior school Gordonstoun, based in Elgin, and famous for its royal alumni including Prince Phillip and Prince Charles.
Ardvreck qualified for inclusion in the index because of its proactive and adaptable response to the pandemic, moving between online and in-person teaching, adapting to meet COVID protocols and incorporating technology with remarkable agility - therefore maintaining “a seamless continuity of education”.
The school was also acknowledged for its holistic education opportunities which enable its pupils to develop life skills, leadership qualities and build social networks.
Described as academic and adventurous, the co-ed school takes day pupils and boarders with a capacity of 150 pupils and a maximum class size of 14.
Headmistress of Ardvreck Ali Kinge commented: “We’re delighted to be named as one of the top 10 prep schools in the UK, and only one of two independent schools in Scotland to be included in the list of the top 100 private schools in the world.
“It is a true testament to the unique and rich experience that Ardvreck pupils receive, and a reflection of the high quality of teaching given by my extremely skilled, hard-working, and talented team.
“Ardvreck is an educational gem.
“Our location, nestled at the foot of the Highlands, means there is so much on offer for our pupils on our doorstep.”
A spokesperson from the 2021 Spear’s Schools Index added: “Ardvreck sees education as an adventure, encouraging children to think for themselves whether they are solving a maths problem or climbing a mountain.
“The stunning location is an ideal environment to build self-reliance and perseverance through outdoor activities, and still acquire the necessary academic attributes to win places at top schools in the UK and beyond.”
The index was released in partnership with Carfax Education Group.
