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Alpha School

Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, Scotland · AB42 3JN

With just 12 pupils on its roll, Alpha School is a strikingly small independent school in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire. Its size places it firmly in the boutique end of the sector, where teaching can be closely tailored to each child. The school is mixed and non-denominational, and it offers boarding alongside day places. Families drawn to an intimate, low-pupil-number setting will find this an unusual option.

12

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
12
Location
Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Website
https://www.alphaschools.co.uk/

Teaching & academics

As an independent school inspected by the ISI, Alpha School operates outside the state framework. The very small roll means classes are tiny, allowing a high degree of individual attention.

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Ethos & heritage

Religious character
Non-denom
Boarding
Yes

The last word

A genuinely small, boarding-friendly independent in Aberdeenshire for families who want a close-knit, personal environment.

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Alpha School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Alpha School located?

Alpha School is located at Peterhead, AB42 3JN.

What type of school is Alpha School?

Alpha School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Scotland.

How many pupils attend Alpha School?

Alpha School has approximately 12 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.