Aberdour School, founded in 1933, is a

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preparatory school for ages 2–11 in

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. It is a nursery department, pre-preparatory school and preparatory school, and covers , 10 of which are playing fields.

History

Aberdour was founded in 1933 by R.M.D Grange as a boys' boarding school. In 1971 Aberdour School became an educational charitable trust and is now administered by a

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. In 1994 it became a co-educational school and its first intake of girls was welcomed with the newly opened nursery.

Awards

2010, Royal Society of Chemistry's Bill Bryson Science Prize. 2010, ''TES Independent School Awards'', Head of the Year - Winner 2013, ''TES Independent School Awards'', Outstanding Financial/Commercial Initiative - Winner

Headmasters

* R.M.D. Grange (1933–1981) * Alan Barraclough (1981–2002) * Dr Gerard Silverlock (2002–2006) * Simon Collins (2006–present)

Notable pupils

* Simon Thomas, television presenter *

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References

External links

Aberdour School Website

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