Fairview International School, Bridge of Allan to host open day for potential students

The open day will give prospective students and families the opportunity to tour Fairview’s campus, meet headteacher Victoria Gamble, learn about IB scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition fees, talk to students, and discover what it is like to be part of the Fairview family as well as learn about the school’s facilities, IB curriculum, and values.

As a Certified International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School, Fairview offers a globally recognised education that nurtures critical thinking, academic integrity, and holistic development for students aged 5-18. Highly regarded by top universities across the globe for its reputation for nurturing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people, the IB equips students for life beyond the classroom.

Certified for delivery of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), Fairview is the first school in Scotland to offer an uninterrupted continuum of IB learning for children aged 5-18.

Victoria Gamble, Headteacher at Fairview International School, Bridge of Allan said: “We’re looking forward to hosting our first open day of 2025 to share what makes Fairview so special. I look forward to welcoming prospective families and the wider community to our campus, and showcasing the vibrant learning environment we’ve cultivated. It’s a wonderful opportunity for everyone to experience firsthand the dedication and passion that drive our school’s success.”

The open day will take place at the school’s campus at 52 Kenilworth Road, Bridge of Allan, FK9 4RY and is open for all to attend.

The Bridge of Allan campus is one of a group of six global sister schools located across Southeast Asia and the UK, known to be among the world's best-performing private schools delivering the IB DP. Its connection to Fairview International PLC, which was recently listed on the London Stock Exchange, underscores its financial stability and eagerness to support families through its commitment to education. The group support has enabled the school to absorb VAT costs, allowing Fairview to freeze its tuition fees until June 2027 without passing any additional charges onto parents, demonstrating the school’s dedication to ensuring affordability through its strong financial foundation and readiness to invest in its community.

Centrally located near Stirling, the school benefits from exceptional transport links and is widely accessible for students across the Central Belt. Regular direct train services run to Bridge of Allan from both Edinburgh and Glasgow, and Fairview also offers a private school transport service collecting students from as far as Abernethy in Perth and Kinross, and Linlithgow in West Lothian.

While being well connected, Fairview also possesses desirable rural qualities, namely the extensive grounds in which it stands including acres of woodland. As a certified Forest School, this outdoor space is the perfect environment for students to learn while gaining a sense of responsibility and respect for nature.

Admissions at Fairview are open all year round and Fairview also offers personalised visits and non-committal taster days, allowing students to try an IB Education.

Parents and guardians of nursery graduates are invited to attend one of the school’s exclusive coffee mornings designed to introduce them to the school’s unique approach to education and the world-renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum offered by the school. The sessions offer an excellent opportunity to explore the school’s ethos, meet the staff, and learn more about what makes Fairview a standout choice for families.

To find out more visit www.fairviewinternational.uk or to register for Fairview’s open day, contact the admissions team on [email protected].