Westhill, Arbory Road, Castletown, Isle of Man IM9 1RD
10 simple reasons to choose The Buchan School
Independent prep school and nursery in Castletown.
For pupils aged 2 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Religious character; Church of England.
Non-selective intake.
Medium sized school with an average of two classes per year.
Junior division of King William's College, an all-through school to age 18.
Fees range from £3,329 (Rec) to £4,333 per term (2021/22).
10 better reasons to choose The Buchan School
Schoolsmith Score®; 81.
The best independent or state primary school on the Isle of Man.
On average, 16 pupils per class and 10.7 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
Most pupils go on to the senior school, a school with a track record for academic achievement.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There are a small number of academic clubs.
Specialist teachers for sport, music, languages, art, DT and computing throughout, and for all subjects from Year 3.
The "Buchan Badge" encourages pupils to engage and achieve milestones in physical activities, the arts, community service, heritage work, outdoor pursuits.
School offers over 15 different sports. Competitive teams in major sports from Year 3.
Art, music and drama are taught as discrete curricular subjects to all pupils. 2 choirs and several instrument ensembles. Over 5 different visual and performing arts clubs per year group per term.
As the junior school to King William's College, pupils can expect access to specialised teaching and facilities, as well as eventual progression to the senior school.