The Scots School Albury
Christian, Founded 1972
Updated July 2026
The Scots School Albury is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school located in regional New South Wales. It provides a comprehensive education from Preschool through to Year 12, emphasizing academic rigour, creative arts, and sport.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Operating under the motto 'Fide et Literis' (faith and learning), the school is an independent coeducational institution with a Christian heritage, affiliated with the Uniting Church of Australia. It is committed to providing a progressive, sequenced curriculum that encourages curiosity and academic potential. The school aims to foster well-rounded students who are prepared to make positive contributions to society as global citizens.
Programmes
The school offers a sequenced curriculum spanning Preschool, Junior School, and Senior School. The academic program focuses on a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy, utilizing both digital platforms and traditional writing skills. Senior students have access to Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses, including hospitality, construction, and metal and engineering, alongside a broad range of traditional academic subjects.
Student support
Learning support
A dedicated Learning Enhancement team provides support and extension for students who require additional assistance. The school emphasizes small class sizes, capped at 25 students, to ensure teachers can provide individual attention and support to each student. Learning Mentors are assigned to students as they transition into the Senior School to provide ongoing guidance.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- Is The Scots School Albury a day or boarding school?
- The Scots School Albury is a boarding school.
- Is The Scots School Albury co-educational?
- The Scots School Albury is a co-ed school.
- Where is The Scots School Albury located?
- The Scots School Albury is an international school in Wodonga, Australia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school maintains an enrolment policy and provides a structured process for prospective families. Interested parties are encouraged to book a tour, and detailed information regarding tuition, boarding, and entrance fees is available in the school's fee schedule. The school offers an inclusive fee structure that covers tuition, outdoor experiences, subject levies, and most co-curricular activities.
Calendar
The school operates on a term-based calendar, with specific dates for terms and events managed through the school's official calendar. Families can access information regarding term dates and upcoming events via the school's website.
Facilities
About the campus
The 11-hectare campus features a blend of modern and traditional buildings, including an Indoor Sports Centre with two basketball courts and a gymnasium, and an outdoor 25-metre swimming pool. Academic facilities include a world-class Science Centre with five laboratories, a Trade Skills Centre for vocational training, and a Design and Technology facility with workshops and studios. The Alistair Todd Chapel Hall serves as a major auditorium, while the Cultural Centre houses music and language facilities, including orchestra and choir rooms.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a diverse range of co-curricular activities, including performing arts, sport, and outdoor education. Students may participate in the Pipe Band, the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, and service learning programs. Additionally, the school provides opportunities for cultural and global trips, as well as agricultural learning.
- Mark HemphillPrincipal
Mark Hemphill holds a Master of Educational Administration from the University of New South Wales, a Bachelor of Education (Primary) from the Institute of Catholic Education, and a Diploma of Teaching from the Catholic College of Education Sydney.
- Christopher ToddHead of Junior School
Christopher Todd holds a Master of Business Administration (Executive) (2020), a Graduate Certificate in Management for Non for Profit Organisations (2018), a Graduate Certificate in Catholic Studies (2016), and a Bachelor of Education (Primary) (2004), all from the Australian Catholic University.
- Janine HaymesHead of Senior School
Janine Haymes holds a Graduate Certificate of Writing and Literature from Deakin University, a Graduate Diploma in Education (P-12) from La Trobe University, and a Bachelor of Arts (Criminology) from the University of Melbourne.
- Caroline PooleyHead of Business Operations
Caroline Pooley holds a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) and a Bachelor of Arts (Japanese) from Swinburne University of Technology and is a member of CPA Australia.
- Megan DickinsDeputy Head of Junior School
- Adele WithersDirector of Preschool
- Elsa KilgourDirector of Boarding