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International School of Aberdeen

United Kingdom, Aberdeen

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Facilities Overview

The school sits on the Pitfodels campus near Cults, set in extensive grounds shielded by trees and just a short drive from Aberdeen's city centre. The campus includes a traditional granite reception building and two teaching wings with spacious classrooms, fully equipped science labs, visual and performing arts studios, a multi-level library, a 300-seat theatre, and a sports complex with a swimming pool and an 8-metre climbing wall. Outdoor spaces include FIFA-grade all-weather playing fields, two tennis courts and outdoor learning and recreation areas.

Sports Facilities

On-site sports facilities include a sports complex with two fitness centres, a dance studio, an 8-metre climbing wall and a 25-metre swimming pool. Outside, there are FIFA-grade all-weather playing fields, two tennis courts, plus woods, courtyards and playparks with jungle gyms and climbing frames for outdoor learning and play.

Academic Facilities

On-site facilities include spacious classrooms across two teaching wings, fully equipped science labs, visual and performing arts studios, a multi-level library and a 300-seat theatre.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Encore! Activities is the after-school programme of clubs, sports and activities. Encore! Wraparound Care provides high-quality care for your child from 7:15 am until 6 pm. The school also partners with community groups such as Aberdeen Learn to Swim and Stagecoach drama to provide additional activities.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £50 - 2,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 550
Type Co-educational
Opened 1972
Bus Service No

Located on the Pitfodels campus just outside Aberdeen, the International School of Aberdeen is an independent IB World School serving ages 3 to 18. The school offers the IB curriculum across PYP, MYP and DP, alongside Cambridge IGCSE and an American curriculum, providing a flexible pathway from early years to graduation. ISA began in 1972 and was Scotland's first IB Programme; it moved to Pitfodels in 2010. The campus features a traditional granite reception building, two teaching wings, science labs, visual and performing arts studios, a 300-seat theatre, and a sports complex with a swimming pool and an 8-metre climbing wall. Outdoor spaces include FIFA-grade all-weather fields and tennis courts. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, English language studies, and language options in French or Spanish (including Ab Initio). Extracurriculars include BEBRAS and CREST, a wide range of sports and performing arts, and community partnerships with local organisations to extend learning beyond the classroom.

School Events

Past Events

ISA Open Evening
ISA Open Evening
Open Evening for prospective families to learn about ISA admissions and life at the school. The page...
Tuesday, 26 May 2026 at 01:00 BST International School Aberdeen, Pitfodels House, North Deeside Road, Aberdeen AB15 9PN, United Kingdom

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