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Lomond School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £7,725 - 19,900
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1977
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Lomond School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school in Helensburgh, Scotland, for learners aged 3 to 18. The curriculum blends the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) and IB Career-related Programme (CP) with a bespoke, school-designed approach, supported by a broad Senior School offering 16 to 18 subjects in S1–S2 and two-year National 5 qualifications, with four pathways available in S5–S6 (IB DP or CP with an HNC in Business or Engineering). The Junior School uses a concept-based, inquiry-led framework that emphasises play, outdoor learning, and the development of identified learning identities such as Thinker and Collaborator. Facilities range from modern science laboratories, computing and language suites to art and music studios, with a dedicated sports centre, astroturf pitches, and extensive playing fields. Distinctive features include Duke of Edinburgh's Award participation, an emphasis on Outdoor Education and a programme of cultural and international trips that broaden horizons for all.

Lomond School, 10 Stafford Street, Helensburgh G84 9JX, Scotland, UK

The Essentials

Lomond School has instruction in English.

Location
Lomond School, 10 Stafford Street, Helensburgh G84 9JX, Scotland, United Kingdom

Stages
Nursery to Senior 6 (ages 3 to 18)

Type
co-educational, independent day and boarding school

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support; EAL assessment before joining; those needing extra support typically receive two to three lessons per week with an EAL-trained teacher

Country affiliation
Scotland, United Kingdom

School day structure
Pupil day typically starts at 8:30am; core school day runs to around 3:40pm (3:00pm on Fridays for Seniors); boarding life continues with evening routines and prep sessions

Bus service
Daily bus services from Killearn, Dumbarton and the Rosneath peninsula; weekly return service to Oban for boarders departing on Friday afternoons
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Burnbrae House is Lomond School's boarding provision, accommodating around sixty boarders. The house is co-educational with boys' and girls' bedrooms on separate, secure floors and most boarders housed in twin en-suite rooms. Boarding options are full boarding (boarders reside at Burnbrae throughout term time), weekly boarding (Sunday evening to Friday afternoon), and flexi-boarding (ad hoc nights when spaces are available). Boarders are supported by a house team with regular study time and staff on duty; weekends include a calendar of trips and activities.

Food Options
The dining life is centered in Burnbrae with meals provided by an award-winning catering team and served in the dining room. Boarders may prepare their own snacks in the evenings and at weekends. Breakfast and cooked brunch are provided daily, with a varied menu and vegetarian options; sample menus illustrate main courses, sides, desserts and alternate choices.

House System
Burnbrae House is located a short walk from the main school campus in Helensburgh. Boarders sleep in twin en-suite rooms on separate floors for boys and girls, and are overseen by houseparents and resident tutors who manage day-to-day life, meals, sign-out procedures and trips. The house provides junior and senior common rooms and hosts a range of activities and enrichment opportunities on weekends.

Governance and Ownership
Lomond School is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school governed by a Board of Governors, which works with the Principal and Senior Leadership team. The school is operated by Lomond School Ltd, a registered charity (SC007957) with constitutional status as a company.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lomond School ranges from GBP 7,725 to GBP 19,900 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- Registration fee: £120 (one-off, non-refundable).
- Acceptance deposit (inclusive of VAT): Advanced registration for J1: £3,000 (refundable against J1 tuition). Day pupils: £240. Boarding pupils: £600. Deposits are credited to the pupil's final account when the pupil leaves; the balance is refunded after any outstanding charges are deducted.

Tuition fees by year group (Session 2026/27) — annual and per-term amounts (all figures shown are total tuition including VAT unless otherwise stated)

- Nursery: Annual total £7,725; Termly payment £2,575. Capital levy: N/A. 12-month direct debit: £644; 10-month direct debit: £772.
- Junior 1–2 (J1–J2): Annual total £13,975; Termly payment £4,658. Tuition (ex. VAT) £11,436; Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £1,165; 10-month direct debit: £1,398.
- Junior 3–5 (J3–J5): Annual total £16,690; Termly payment £5,563. Tuition (ex. VAT) £13,698; Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £1,391; 10-month direct debit: £1,669.
- Transitus 1 (P6): Annual total £18,175; Termly payment £6,058. Tuition (ex. VAT) £14,936; Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £1,515; 10-month direct debit: £1,818.
- Transitus 2 (P7): Annual total £19,290; Termly payment £6,430. Tuition (ex. VAT) £15,865; Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £1,608; 10-month direct debit: £1,929.
- Senior School: Annual total £19,900; Termly payment £6,633. Tuition (ex. VAT) £16,373; Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £1,658; 10-month direct debit: £1,990.

Boarding fees (Session 2026/27)

- Full Boarding (annual total incl. VAT): £48,085; Termly payment £16,028. Tuition/boarding element (ex. VAT): £39,861. Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £4,007; 10-month direct debit: £4,809.
- Weekly Boarding (annual total incl. VAT): £34,250; Termly payment £11,417. Tuition/boarding element (ex. VAT): £28,332. Capital levy £210. 12-month direct debit: £2,854; 10-month direct debit: £3,425.
- Generally, discounts are not applied to boarding fees or extras.

Other charges and extracurricular costs

- Fees are inclusive of textbooks, stationery and materials but exclude external examination fees.
- English as an Additional Language (EAL/ESL): Individual tuition £60 per lesson; Group tuition £40 per lesson.
- Out-of-hours boarding services (Burnbrae) — sample charges:
- Breakfast (from 7:45am): £5.50.
- Study & Supper (supported study with dinner, 9pm pickup): £18.00.
- Overnight stay (inclusive of VAT): £85.00.
- Sibling remission: When three or more children from the same family attend, the two eldest are charged full fees and younger siblings may be eligible for a discount of up to 50% of the tuition fee; total discounts for an individual pupil will not exceed 50%. Generally no discounts are applied to boarding fees or extras.

Billing schedule, payment terms and payment methods

- Invoicing: School fees are charged at the beginning of the year. Payment may be made in one of the following ways:
- Payment in full on or before the first day of the school year (by cheque, internet banking or bank transfer).
- Payment in full termly on or before the first day of each term (by cheque or bank transfer).
- Direct Debit instalments (UK bank accounts only, subject to approval): two options — 12 monthly instalments or 10 monthly instalments. For the 2026/27 session the 12-month schedule runs from 30 June 2026 to 31 May 2027 and the 10-month schedule runs from 13 August 2026 to 13 May 2027. Direct Debit mandates must be completed for instalment plans.
- Overseas payments: Payment may be made by direct BACS transfer of the sterling amount payable to the School's bank account. Payers must meet any bank charges on transfers; parents should consult their bank for the most cost-effective transfer method. The School provides full bank details (including IBAN and BIC) for sterling transfers.

Notice and refunds

- Notice of withdrawal: A full term's written notice to the Principal is required prior to withdrawal. If a full term's written notice is not given, a full term's fee will be charged in lieu of notice.
- Deposit refunds: The acceptance deposit(s) are credited against the pupil's final account when the pupil leaves; any remaining balance will be refunded after deduction of outstanding charges. Advanced registration deposits specified for J1 entry are refundable against J1 tuition as noted above.

Fee payment options (formats accepted)

- Bank transfer (internet banking/BACS) — sterling transfers accepted for overseas payers.
- Direct Debit (UK bank accounts — 12- or 10-month options).
- Cheque (UK).
- The payer is responsible for any third-party bank charges on transfers.

The Board of Governors reserves the right to amend the fee schedule from time to time.
Academics

Lomond School teaches IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Lomond School provides a holistic curriculum from nursery to Senior 6. In Junior School the curriculum is open, flexible and evolves with the interests and needs of the children, using a concept-based approach designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding. It emphasises learning through play, outdoor learning, and the development of lifelong learning skills, with a framework of learning identities such as I am a Thinker, I am a Self-Manager, I am a Collaborator, I am a Communicator, I am a Researcher and I am a Contributor. The Junior School also uses integrated subjects and a Concept-Based Curriculum to spark curiosity, with elements such as Singapore Maths and outdoor learning playing a role. In Senior School there is a broad curriculum with a wide range of subject choices; S1 has 16 subjects and S2 has 18, with National 5 qualifications taken over two years. From August 2024, S5 and S6 pupils may choose four pathways: the IB Diploma Programme and the IB Career-related Programme with specialisation through an HNC in Business or through an HNC in Engineering.

Student Teacher Ratio
Smalls class sizes are a feature across Lomond School, enabling personalised attention and close staff–pupil engagement throughout the Junior and Senior schools.

Exam Results
Lomond School publishes IB and SQA exam results. In 2025, IB and SQA results surpassed the national average. In 2026, results significantly exceeded the worldwide pass rate of 79%, with 90% of leavers securing their first-choice pathway. Destinations included universities such as Glasgow, Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt, Stirling and Robert Gordon, with some graduates pursuing opportunities overseas.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates progress to higher education at institutions including the University of Glasgow, the University of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt University, the University of Stirling and Robert Gordon University, with some pursuing opportunities overseas in Germany and the United States. The school emphasises progression to higher education and career pathways as a key outcome for its leavers.

Gifted and Talented
The school offers scholarships for Academic Excellence,Music, The Creative Arts, Sport, and The David Arthur All-Rounder Scholarship to recognise excellence and potential across areas beyond standard academics.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school places health and wellbeing at the heart of the student experience, supported by a dedicated pastoral team. It is committed to the mental and physical health of pupils and recognises the challenges young people face in a changing world. Outdoor learning and regular exercise are encouraged to build resilience and a positive mindset. The curriculum and school life emphasise social and emotional development through inquiry‑based learning and a broad range of activities beyond the classroom. Staff work closely with pupils to help them thrive academically, emotionally and socially, enabling them to progress with purpose and confidence. From early secondary years, learners receive guidance and mentorship to support progression and independent learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides specialist English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and individualised timetabling to help learners access the curriculum. The Senior School confirms specialist EAL support is available for students with English as an Additional Language. For new international pupils, an online English language assessment is conducted before joining. The results, together with an interview and school reports, guide the level of support the EAL department provides. Those requiring additional EAL support typically receive two to three lessons per week, delivered by teachers trained in teaching English as an additional language (1:1 or small groups).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school evaluates English language needs of incoming international pupils through online assessment and interview. The EAL department offers tailored support to help pupils access the curriculum. New international pupils typically receive two to three lessons per week, 1:1 or in small groups, with teachers trained in English as an Additional Language. EAL support extends beyond classroom teaching to help pupils integrate in class and in boarding life. The school aims to help learners build confidence and communication skills through sustained language development.

Mental Wellbeing
Health and wellbeing are prioritised; Lomond has a dedicated team to support pupils from a pastoral perspective. The school is committed to all aspects of mental and physical health and recognises the challenges faced by young people today. Regular exercise, access to fresh air, and reflection and relaxation are encouraged to help pupils maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Outdoor learning and a broad curriculum support resilience, self‑belief and ambition. The aim is for pupils to be happy, content and to develop a balanced approach to life and study.

Safeguarding
Lomond School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff receive safeguarding training at the start of the year and the school's child protection policy is published in the tutor's handbook, staff handbook and parents' handbook. The safeguarding coordinator is the Depute Head and Head of Boarding, Mr Minnis, and safeguarding issues will be investigated and recorded. The school follows National Guidance for Child Protection Scotland (2021) and the National Practice Model: Getting it Right for Every Child. Enhanced PVG checks are required for new staff as part of safer recruitment and safeguarding practices.
Parent Experience

History
Lomond School was founded in 1977 from the amalgamation of Larchfield Academy and St. Bride's School for Girls, both dating back to the 19th century. Larchfield Academy was founded in 1845 and joined with St Bride's in 1977 to form a co-educational day and boarding school for children aged 3 to 18. The motto Prospiciamus, "let us look forward", reflects the balance of traditional values with an innovative curriculum, and boarding provision dates back to 1845; in 2003 boarders moved to a purpose-built Burnbrae house to share with siblings, supporting a family-school ethos. The Lomond School Association is the alumni network, and notable alumni include John Logie Baird, Andrew Bonar Law, and Vicki Hopkinson.

Community
Lomond School is located in Helensburgh, a coastal town near Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and serves pupils aged 3 to 18. The school welcomes families from around the world and invites prospective families to tour the campus year-round. Boarding life includes students from a diverse range of nationalities and backgrounds housed at Burnbrae House, which is close to the main campus and designed for family-style living. The Lomond School Association is the alumni network, and the school hosts international exchanges, such as hosting Brazilian students through WEP UK.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Lomond School has a Parent-Teacher Association, known as the Lomond PTA. The Lomond PTA provides match teas for fixtures. Parents of players are encouraged to help the PTA in the provision of match teas.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus blends modern, purpose-built structures with characterful listed buildings. Lomond School is well resourced and continually invests in its facilities. Education facilities include classrooms and laboratories equipped with PCs and smartboards. Computing and Graphic Communication suites have full class sets of PCs with the latest software, and there are two full laboratories for each of the three sciences, serviced by two full-time Science Technicians. Music and Art spaces include studios for concerts and exhibitions, and language rooms enable language-lab style practice using netbooks.

Sports Facilities
The Sports Centre is state-of-the-art and includes a six-court multi-activity games hall with sprung floor, a dance studio, a climbing wall, a fitness suite, and indoor cricket nets, a first aid room, a physio treatment room, a classroom/meeting room, a social space and a kitchen. Outdoor facilities include a floodlit AstroTurf hockey pitch, four grass rugby pitches and two multi-use AstroTurf spaces. The Sports Centre sits alongside other facilities designed to support a wide range of sports and activities. Pupils represent Lomond in weekly fixtures and are supported by a dedicated PE team and coaches.

Academic Facilities
All classrooms and laboratories are fitted with one or more PCs and a smartboard interactive whiteboard. Computing and Graphic Communication suites have full class sets of PCs with up-to-date software. There are two full laboratories for each of the three sciences, staffed by two full-time science technicians. The Music and Art Departments have studios for concerts and exhibitions, and the Music Department provides numerous practice rooms for tuition and examinations. Modern Languages rooms are equipped with multiple netbook computers to create language labs for speaking and listening practice.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sport & Extra-Curricular activities cover team sports such as rugby, hockey, netball and cricket, plus sailing and other sports including skiing, climbing, archery, yoga and water sports. The Arts offer concerts and performances, with music and drama as core components. Outdoor Education, Duke of Edinburgh, and Trips and Excursions form part of the Lomond experience. The school's sports facilities include a state-of-the-art sports centre and extensive playing fields to support these activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Award is offered; each level provides a platform to gain skills for work and life, improve physical fitness, and take on new challenges. Pupils also volunteer their time to support the community and test their determination on overnight expeditions by foot, canoe or bike. The school is proportionately one of the top providers for the Duke of Edinburgh's Award in Scotland, and groups have logged over 2,950 hours of voluntary work.

Arts & Creative
The Arts are a focus at Lomond. From Junior 1, pupils receive lessons in art, music and drama from enthusiastic subject specialists. The school places a high value on the Arts and offers an array of extra-curricular clubs, with opportunities to collaborate across the Arts and to showcase talents in concerts and performances.

Cultural & Language
Trips and excursions broaden cultural awareness and a love of learning. Recent expeditions have included Tanzania and Morocco for outdoor adventure and trekking, and Norway and Sweden for canoeing, with further Scottish trips and theatre experiences. Groups have undertaken musical tours to Leipzig and educational visits to places such as the Western Front and Iceland, alongside Paris, Berlin, Brussels and Iceland trips.

Social & Hobbies
Our Junior School wraparound offers after-school care and a wide range of extra-curricular activities. Options include Yoga, Lego Club, Skiing and Young Engineers, with additional after-school sports and a Homework Club in the later afternoon.

Community & Service
Duke of Edinburgh's Award incorporates community volunteering as a key component; pupils contribute significant hours to voluntary work as part of their DofE journeys.

Leadership & Professional
Where possible, pupils are encouraged to lead and plan significant elements of trips within a safe, well-managed framework, supporting leadership development and teamwork. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award emphasizes these leadership, organisational and resilience skills as part of its framework.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor Education is a central feature, with sailing, canoeing, skiing, orienteering and climbing embedded in the core curriculum. Outdoor learning promotes health and well-being, confidence, problem-solving and leadership, and is integrated across year groups.
Languages

Language Provision
French is introduced from Junior 1 and Spanish is introduced in S1. French and Spanish are available for National 5. At IB level, students can study French, Spanish and Ab Initio Italian, with Standard Level and Higher Level options. Ab Initio Italian is designed for beginners, focusing on the four language skills.

Immersion Programs
Immersion opportunities are encouraged, including watching Italian movies, TV shows, or engaging with Italian speakers. A language assistant regularly works with pupils in the target language to support immersion. Ab Initio Italian is offered for beginners as part of the Modern Languages provision. At IB level, Italian is available as Ab Initio alongside French and Spanish.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Plan a visit and enquiry. Prospective families are welcome to visit Lomond School at a time that suits them. Tours are tailored to the child's entry point. To arrange a visit, complete the enquiry form and a member of the Admissions team will be in touch. A taster session may be arranged after the visit. 2. Submit an application. When proceeding with an application, complete and submit the Application Form provided by the Registrar, along with a non-refundable £100 registration fee. The school accepts applications for day and boarding places throughout the year. 3. Attend assessments. All assessments ensure that pupils can access the academic curriculum and are correctly placed in the right year. Assessments for Junior 1 to Transitus 2 are informal in class, usually during a taster day; from S1 entry upwards, applicants spend a day in School to complete assessments; arrangements can be made for online assessments if needed. 4. Receive offers and accept. Offers are usually made within two weeks following the assessment/taster day. To confirm acceptance, sign and return the Parental Contract along with a deposit of £200 for day places or £500 for boarding. Offers are subject to receipt of a satisfactory pupil testimonial from the existing school and completion of all admissions documentation before the agreed start date.

Scholarships
Scholarships are offered in Academic Excellence, Music, The Creative Arts, Sport, and The David Arthur All-Rounder Scholarship. Scholarships are means-tested and ordinarily awarded for the duration of full-time education, with a reduction of up to 50% of tuition or school fees depending on circumstances. A bursary is separate from scholarships and can also be available; bursaries may cover a larger portion of fees and are not contingent on scholarship criteria. Following submission of applications, Scholarship applicants and their parents/guardians are invited to tour Lomond and meet with the Principal and relevant teaching staff before interviews, testing and auditions, as appropriate. To apply or for more information, contact the Admissions Manager for the application pack.
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