PLUS EST
EN VOUS
Gordonstoun, founded in 1934, is a philosophy of education in action. The extraordinary education we provide gives students the confidence to achieve the impossible.
Gordonstoun's motto 'plus est en vous', is the ethos at our core. We go out of our way to create opportunities for students to demonstrate - not only to others but to themselves - what they are capable of.
- Unique educational philosophy and distinctive curriculum design that builds confidence and broadens horizons.
- Supportive and diverse community with students from around 40 countries, promoting multicultural understanding, compassion, and teamwork.
- Outstanding co-curricular opportunities including outdoor education, expeditions, sail training, and community service for immersive hands-on learning.
- Beautiful, safe, and peaceful 200-acre woodland campus located in Moray, North Scotland, near the sea and hills, with excellent transport links.
- Strong ethos of responsibility and resilience, encouraging students to take responsibility early, rise to challenges, and develop personal growth both inside and outside the classroom.
“The Gordonstoun community
is on active service for things
which are more important than
Gordonstoun.”
GORDONSTOUN AT A GLANCE
Community
“A unique place of education, its ability to balance a broad, academic personal and challenging curriculum whilst maintaining a warm, close-knit community is unmatched.”
- Talk Education
REPORTS AND
REVIEWS
A family ethos
“The positive, caring, family ethos of Gordonstoun School promotes a sense of trust, respect and kindness for all.”
- HM Inspectors
ORIGINAL CHARACTERS,
ORIGINAL THINKERS
Why Gordonstoun?
“The importance of outdoor learning, adventure and exploring what is on your doorstep cannot be underestimated.”
- Heather Stanning, Old Gordonstonian
ACADEMICALLY
EXCELLENT
Our Academic Curriculum
“I'm thinking of taking computer science at Oxford purely because I absolutely love maths and I absolutely love computing and this school has really helped me grow my passion for both subjects”
- Victoria, Year 13
