Summer Strathallan2022 News
Thandi will join NYU students for her first semester in January 2023, which will also be her first time in the United SheStates.added,
Ready for the Big Apple: Thandi lands offer from New York University
We are delighted to announce that Mr David Barnes has been awarded the Stephen Winkley Award, recognising a lifetime of service dedicated to improving the education and experience of students in Scotland and across the globe.
She said, “It’s really quite amazing. I couldn’t believe it when I got the email. I will get to explore so many subjects before specialising in Psychology. It feels like a whole new world has opened its doors to me.”
For 40 years, David has directly cared for and helped shape the lives of hundreds of pupils in Perthshire. From his first few days as a Resident Tutor to 21 years as Deputy Head of Pastoral and Head of Boarding, he has had an immeasurable impact on the school community as well as, leading major fundraising projects to help children in Kenya through the Strath Kenya Project.
Strathallan School’s Headmaster, Mark Lauder, said “David is a tireless champion of our pupils and a brilliant role model for all of us. Whether he’s giving advice or setting up a safe space to discuss mental health during the lockdown, he has always been a friendly face our students and staff can turn to.”
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“Before moving to Scotland, I studied in Kenya and lived in London so adapting to life in Perthshire was a small adventure itself but I would do it all again. I can’t wait to see what life is like in New York City.”
The 17-year-old from Tanzania, who joined Strathallan School’s Sixth Form two years ago, said she was thrilled when she got the offer.
Strathallan School pupil Thandi S has received an offer to read Liberal Studies at New York University.
Senior Master at Strathallan School, David’s contribution to life at school has been recognised in the longest-running Boarding School’s Association award.
The judges of the award said, “David Barnes is a worthy winner of the 2022 Stephen Winkley Award. He has dedicated his career to education, boarding, supporting young people and to school life. He has always been there at the coal face and sharp end while also finding time to be an expert in the crucial area of safeguarding children. A role model for anyone working in the world of boarding.”
Strathallan’s Head of Sixth Form, Fiona MacBain said, “Ever since she joined our school Thandi has shown a strong work ethic and passion. She has thrown herself into new opportunities here that she had never done before including stage-craft for our school productions of A Midsummer’s Nights Dream and Legally Blonde. We wish her all the best for the future.”
On receiving the award, David said, “I feel very humbled. Education is a collaborative process and I’m just blessed to be supported by such fantastic colleagues, wonderful young people and a passionate community. I would like to thank the BSA for their award and a huge thank you and love to my family who have stuck by me throughout.”
Strathallan shortlisted for Independent School of the Year Awards
A list of this year’s finalists will be published on 7 September and the winners, chosen by the Independent Schools of the Year judging panel will be announced at an awards ceremony in October.
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Evan, who learn to swim when he was three months old, joined Strathallan in 2020 as a Swimming Scholar under Elaine’s guidance. He will be fully focused on the races ahead but he looks to follow in the wake of former Strathallan student and Scotland’s most decorated Olympian, Duncan Scott, as he starts to make a name for himself in the world of swimming.
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The Perthshire-based pair will join the 16-strong Junior squad heading out to Banská Bystrica, Slovakia in July, with Elaine helping coach the team and Evan competing in his first international debut.
Elaine, who competed for Great Britain herself in 1986 at the Commonwealth Games before becoming a swim coach, said she was thrilled to get the opportunity to support Evan and the other 15 young British swimmers in Slovakia.
This year Strathallan School has been nominated for:
At 15 years old, Evan is one of the youngest swimmers selected for the squad. His selection to the team follows a number of incredible swims for his age-group including his performance in the Junior 400 IM final at the British Championships in April.
Evan said, “I’m excited to compete against other racers my age from across Europe and see where I stand. It will be a big step in my career and hopefully, there will be more to come.”
“This will be an invaluable experience for Evan who has progressed so well in the years he has been with us at Strathallan. He has a great work ethic which he brings to the school pool every day and that is now paying off as he emerges into the junior ranks of the swimming elite in the UK. These games will prepare him for any future major games.”
We are proud to announce that Strathallan School has been shortlisted for 3 Independent School of the Year awards, celebrating our students’ success and staff commitment during one of the most challenging periods in education.
The Independent Schools of the Year awards celebrate all that students, staff and wider school communities have achieved during the 2021-22 academic year and at Strathallan this has included a magnicifent return to performing arts with our very own Performing Arts Festival, two outstanding recent productions (A Midsummer Night’s Dream/Legally Blonde), the whole school coming together for the Big Sing and incredible success in sport.
Strathallan School swimmer Evan Davidson and Strathallan’s Head of Swimming, Elaine Johnston have been selected to represent Great Britain at the 2022 European Youth Olympic Festival this summer.
- Independent School of the Year for Sporting Achievement
This year alone, Evan was named Scottish Junior Champion in the 200 IM, 400 IM, 200 Butterfly and 50 Breaststroke at the recent Scottish National Open Swimming Championships. He won 11 medals, 9 of which were Gold at the Scottish National Age Group Championships in April, and broke 2 District Age-Group records at the Midland District Championships in November 2021, records previously held by former Strathallan students Joe Lipworth and Scott MacLay.
Strathallan School pupil and swim coach join Team GB for European Youth Olympic Festival
Elaine said, “I am honoured to be selected to help coach the junior squad and I feel privileged to get to head out with Evan and support him and his peers as they take on some of the best young swimmers from across Europe.”
- Independent School of the Year for Performing Arts (Music & Drama)
“I really wasn’t expecting it but I’m going to take every chance I get to work as hard as I can and keep progressing.”
“This isn’t just about the provision of coffee and cakes, the Art Café is a mental-health safe space, a place where pupils, parents and staff can feel welcome and valued. We are so excited about the opportunities we can collaborate on, from music and comedy nights to training for students.”
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Strathallan students Alasdair and Maisie have been selected for the Scottish Alpine Ski Team.
He said moving up to the adult FIS category opens up new opportunities and challenges.
The Art Café
Alasdair joins fellow Strathallan Student Maisie M in the FIS U18 Maisie,team.who started skiing for Scotland when she was 14 years old, competed in her first FIS U18 Super G in January.
Situated in the heart of the 153-acre school, the new venture will help prepare students for work while also providing a ‘living room’ for parents, pupils and staff.
She said, “It feels great to be selected for the Scotland team again, I’m looking forward to spending another season with my team and I’m excited for the races ahead.”
The 15-year-old from Auchterarder, who has been skiing since he was 18 months old at Glenshee, was recently named U16 Scottish Champion at Cairngorm in March.
Making his debut on the Scottish Ski squad, Alasdair M said, “It’s a massive honour being selected to ski for Scotland, especially after the last year with little training due to Covid.”
Headmaster, Mark Lauder, said, “We are delighted to announce the opening of our Art Café to our wider school community. It is versatile, designed well and a great addition to the school. My thanks go to all the school staff and Blend team who have worked together to make this idea come to life.”
I’m not sure what’s better, the view or the coffee. It is the perfect place to recharge. - Sean N, Sixth Form Student
From expressionism to espressos, Strathallan School’s Art Department has undergone a major transformation with the launch of The Art Café.
Alasdair and Maisie to ski for Scotland
Sundeep Salins, Co-Director of Blend Coffee, said, “We are thrilled to help open The Art Café at Strathallan. The school is a flourishing community, with over a thousand people onsite any given day so it is the perfect space to put our design philosophy into action.”
The pair will join former pupil Charlie Guest (GB World Cup team athlete) representing Scotland on the slopes.
Run by Blend Coffee, who have a string of successful coffee lounges in Perth, Dundee and Paisley, the latest development at the Perthshire school will offer hot and cold beverages, savoury snacks and milkshakes to the school community from a refurbished section of the award-winning Art Department.
Strathallan School student Katie B will swap Scotland for Southwest Virginia this summer as she signs with Emory & Henry College.
Strathallan School students Isobel W and Hannah J have been selected to feature in the Royal Scottish Academy’s Schools Art Awards exhibition after they impressed the judges with their art.
“I love that art can evoke reactions from people, even if it is still abstract it can stir their emotions and that’s what I wanted to do with this piece.”
Tommy said, “We are so proud of Katie as she continues her career on the court. Good luck out in Virginia, we can’t wait to follow your journey.”
“I created this artwork to express a feeling that I struggle to describe in words. I was trying to capture this focusing on atmosphere and mood. The painting is actually very small in terms of scale. I have only started painting with oils this academic year and my aim was to work on paper in a loose and slightly expressive style.”
The 17-year-old from Auchterarder said she was thrilled with the offer to join Emory & Henry’s tennis team the Wasps and study Psychology.
She said, “College tennis in North America is on a whole other level, it’s a great opportunity to continue to play matches and grow in the game. I can’t wait to get out there and see where it takes me.”
She said, “Having my artwork recognised has meant more than I would have guessed, it was something totally unexpected and it makes me feel proud of something I have created to be recognised.”
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Strathallan student Hannah J from The Hague, The Netherlands, was also highly commended in the same category for her piece Iona.
Based in the Appalachian Highlands, Emory & Henry College is a liberal arts college founded in 1836. With a 10:1 studentto-teacher ratio, it is consistently ranked among the best private liberal art institutions in the United States.
Isobel, who joined Strathallan from Perth Australia, said she was thrilled to have her artwork recognised.
Receiving over 350 entries per category, Isobel W was named Senior runner up, placing second in the country for her piece on the theme of feeling ‘lost’.
Hannah said, “I was quite surprised to get commended, I completed it at home when I was recovering from an injury so it’s great to know my hard work has been appreciated.”
Strathallan art students impress Royal Scottish Academy
Head of Art, Francis Glancy said, “We are incredibly proud of Isobel and Hannah. It’s great to see their work recognised nationally. I can’t wait to see what they do next with their art.”Emory & Henry College sign Strathallan tennis star
Katie, who joined Strathallan in 2018, has been developing her game on the court under the guidance of Head of Tennis, Tommy Ogilvie.
Traude fell in love with Scotland in 1989 when she came over on a year abroad as a Foreign Language Assistant. She promptly returned to Perthshire in 1994 to start a family. Since 2003, she has been a teacher of English as an Additional Language (EAL), as well as a Resident Tutor and German language teacher at Strathallan School, helping hundreds of overseas pupils with their English.
Alexander, who joined Strathallan in 2020, said, “I can’t wait to get started. It’s a new challenge but we have a great group of lads who are working together really well.”
Andrew Henderson, Director of Strathallan’s Rugby Academy, said, “It’s great to see Alex selected for the Under-18 squad. He works hard and has taken every opportunity in his path. I’m sure he will continue to put his best foot forward in France.”
The Perthshire pupil, who has played for the Glasgow Warriors Under-18 and Under-16 squads as well as Highland Rugby Club, first picked up a ball at age of four. He said he was incredibly proud to present Scotland on the pitch.
Aimed at young adults and above, the cosy British mystery is Traude’s second book, following a mystery novel she wrote in German called Flammenschatten published in 2015 by Gmeiner Verlag.
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Near Miss is the first in what is hoped to be a series of crime books featuring DI Russell McCord and journalist Amy Thornton, surrounded by a cast of eccentric but loveable characters.
Strathallan School teacher Traude Ailinger has had her first book Near Miss published, a fun, twisting mystery set in the Scottish Publishedcapital.byThe
Book Folks, Near Miss follows the story of journalist Amy Thornton whose entire life changes when she narrowly avoids being hit by a car.
Alexander T selected for Scotland’s Under-18 Six Nations squad
Strathallan School student Alexander T has been named in the 26-player squad for the Under-18 Six Nations series.
The 54-year-old said: “I’ve always loved teaching. You feel that you can give a young person something that they can use in their lives and EAL is particularly good for that because I have been able to help pupils not just with exams but also helping them find their feet.”
Near Miss is free with Kindle Unlimited and available in paperback from Teacher-turned-authorAmazon.Traude, from Reutlingen in Germany, said writing the 254-page book was great fun.
“I’ve made some of my closest friends from places I never thought I would have in rugby,” he added. “I’m excited to give it my all out in France, stay focused and competitive and maybe make new friends in the fixtures.”
Traude added, “I will definitely keep writing; when something is your passion, you don’t mind the extra work. The next adventure is soon to follow.”
The 18-year-old from Drumnadrochit said he can’t wait to play for Scotland in the upcoming Six Nations festival in Marcoussis, France.
Alexander joins a long list of former Strathallan pupils who have been selected to represent Scotland at U18 level including Glasgow Warriors Murphy Walker, Ollie Smith, Leicester Tiger Cameron Henderson, as well as seasoned internationalists Jamie Ritchie, Murray McCallum, Zander and Matt Fagerson, and George Horne.
“I just wanted to write something I would enjoy reading myself,” she said. “I like light-hearted stories, nothing gory or too dark, and I felt people would enjoy something to escape into when everything else seems to be doom and gloom.”
Traude releases debut mystery book
Jacob recently won Silver at the U15 Tetrathlon Championships in Bath and Blake placed 4th in the U19 Pentathlon
The brothers, from Kinross, said they were thrilled to get the chance to represent Great Britain again on the international stage, having last competed for Team GB before Covid.
Blake, 18, said, “I’m overjoyed to make the team, it’s always a pleasure to compete with national kit on.” Jacob, 13, added, “Getting to compete with the GB team is a great experience. After everything we’ve all gone through over the last three years, I’m excited to see where we stack up internationally.”
fell into Pentathlon by accident, having started their sporting careers on horseback, but with equestrian removed from Modern Pentathlon in November 2021 and the recent lockdown’s the Perthshire pupils had to put most of their training for Pentathlon on hold, apart from running.
Blake said, “With the fencing halls and swimming pools closed and horse riding voted out of the sport after Tokyo, we ran as much as we could and our hard work is starting to pay off. We are going into this season in the best running and shooting shape we could be. I love laser run because in pentathlon not everyone is even throughout the race but the laser run finale gives all competitors the opportunity for a last-minute win.
Jacob and Blake H have qualified to represent Great Britain at this year’s European Laser-Run Championships in Athens and the World Laser-Run Championships in Madeira.
Strathallan’s Director of Sport, Jim Thompson, said, “We are very proud to receive this prestigious award from Tennis Scotland. We are delighted that our tennis programme, which is offered throughout the whole school, has been recognised, which is led by our brilliant Director of Tennis, Mr Tommy Ogilvie. Congratulations to all involved – coaches, staff, volunteers, students and families for their continued support of all things tennis at BrothersStrathallan.”selected
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School of the Year
We are delighted to announce that we have been named School of the Year in Tennis Scotland’s 2022 Awards.
to represent Great Britain at European and World Laser Run StrathallanChampionshipsSchoolstudents
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Speaking of their sibling rivalry, Jacob said having his older brother Blake by his side was a huge inspiration. “Being brothers and being in the same boarding house at school, pushes us to be better. It adds that extra level of fun because you know no matter what happens you want to beat each other’s times but we also have each other’s backs. With Blake being older it’s great to see what I might be able to achieve and know what he’s been through to get there.”
Blake added, “Watching Jacob compete is one of the best things about our sports. I can’t wait to see what we can achieve in TheAugust.”Hedley brothers head out to the European Laser-Run Championships in Athens, Greece in August, with the World LaserRun Championships being held in Madeira, Portugal in October 2022. Whilst in Greece, Blake will also compete in the Triathle (swim, run and laser) and Jacob will compete in the Biathle (swim and run).
The talented pair are active athletes with in the sports of Modern Pentathlon, Tetrathlon and Laser-Run. Laser run, the final event in Modern Pentathlon, is a growing sport of its own, requiring athletes to run set distances then lower their heart rate to shoot accurately with a laser pistol.
Strathallan named Tennis Scotland
Receiving his selection email moments before his last exam, the Sixth Form student said he can’t wait to head out to Stadio Di Mongio with the 32-man team.
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tighthead said, “I can’t wait to go out to Italy with the squad, with no more stresses and be able to focus completely on my rugby. Even during the Six Nations, I was doing catch-up and past papers. I’ve always had exams in the back of my mind so it’s a major relief and really exciting.”
Three Perthshire pupils; Alistair R, Findlay M and Tally M, represented the school on the River Devon for two days.
Siblings Findlay and Tally paddled as a pair in the C2 class, coming 2nd in the J18 category. Individually, Tally came 2nd in the kayak K1 class at J16, she raced to second place in the J15 C1 and 3rd in the J18. Meanwhile, her brother Findlay won the Men’s J18 C1, becoming Scottish Schools C1 Champion.
Strathallan’s Director of Sport, Jim Thompson, said, “We are all incredibly impressed at the hard work and dedication these three have put into paddling over the last few years.”
Alistair, who took up canoeing when he joined Strathallan Prep School in 2018, won the Junior Under 15 C1 Canoe Slalom and the C2 Canoe Slalom with his partner, becoming the Scottish Schools Champion at J15.
Callum Norrie selected for Scottish Rugby U20 on last day of exams
The final year pupil has had a busy academic season balancing the U20 Six Nations in February, the Super6 with Stirling County in March and recent selection trials with his Theexams.18-year-old
Strathallan School pupils paddled to podium positions this month, picking up individual trophies and collectively securing Scottish School of the Year at Scottish Canoe Association’s Scottish Schools competition in Alva.
Findlay said, “After training for months in C1 it was great to see all our hard work pay off at the schools’ championships. It was a great day to be out on the water and even better to get to represent the school.”
Alongside those he forged close friendships with during the U20 Six Nations, Callum will reunite with former Strathallan pupil Andy Stirrat as they continue to bring their physicality to the Scottish side.
The trio, who train at Strathallan Canoe Club, have a busy summer ahead with a training camp in France and Findlay and Tally preparing for the 2022 ECA Junior Canoe Slalom Cup in Bratislava.
“The boys should know that everyone here at Strathallan will continue to follow their rugby journey and will be supporting
Strathallan School student Callum Norrie has shared his relief at being selected for the Scotland U20 Summer Series squad on the day of his last A-Level exams.
Delighted with his selection Andy said, “I’m thrilled to get another great opportunity to represent Scotland again and get some game time against some of the best sides in Europe.”
Strathallan students paddle to first place at Scottish Schools Championships
Alistair said, “It felt great to win. I made up time on my second run and really enjoyed the race.”
Tally, who recently joined Findlay on the Scottish Performance squad, said, “We haven’t won a championship together as a team before. It was exciting to see what our results added up to.”
Andrew Henderson, Director of Strathallan’s Rugby Academy, said, “The Six Nations was a great test of the U20 squad and it was great to see both Callum and Andy get stuck in. We are all excited to see them continue to work hard and represent Scotland on the international level.
- Mathematical Olympiad for Girls - 4 students took part. 3 of which gained merit certificates and one distinction.
Joshua took part in the “Pink Kangaroo” following the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge and Carl took part in “Andrew Jobbings Senior Kangaroo” following the UKMT Senior Intermediate Maths Challenge.
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- UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge - 5 gold awards and 5 students qualifying for the Pink Kangaroo
They have also taken part in two Team competitions: Maths With Nae Borders - Certificate of Excellence for 5 set 1 Mathematiques San Frontieres - 8th place for our Senior Team and we wait with anticipation for the Junior Team results.OurCaptain of School is Red Hot
Huge congratulations to Oliver Spalding who was invited to don the infamous black and red of the Red Hot Chilli Pipers and play alongside the Scottish piping legends.
Music & Piping
Our Maths students have been incredibly busy this year. So far they have entered four individual competitions:
- UKMT Senior Maths Challenge - 5 gold awards, with one qualification for Olympiad and 3 students qualifying for the Andrew Jobbings Senior Kangaroo
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- Scottish Maths Challenge - awaiting results
Oliver said, “It felt incredible! It was such an amazing experience. I had a great time playing with Mr Muirhead and the rest of the Chillis.”
Congratulations to Joshua C and Carl W on their impressive merits with the UK Mathematics Trust.
Director of Scottish Culture and Traditional Music, Craig Muirhead said, “Proud to share the Chilli stage with another Strathallan pupil last night. Great job Oliver and thanks to the Red Hot Chilli Pipers for giving young talent a chance!”
But she was far from alone. The success of the show was due to the quality of the cast around her. Iona F’s Paulette touched the right balance between comedy and pathos, with her rendition of Ireland being one of the standout moments of the show. Elvie H, Anna T and Aisha S bowled us away both as the three muses and also as examples of Strath’s versatility – on one night Aisha took time off during the day to play Rugby at county level and was back on stage just a few hours later.
Performing Arts
It quickly became apparent that the competition for roles was going to be fierce, but what a cast it produced. Taking the lead role of Elle was Anna C. She simply owned the role and whilst the ensemble around her was marked by standout performances, she still managed to dominate with the strength of her performance, her extraordinary vocal range and her sense of comic timing.
There’s another power couple of course. Ashley Q and Daniel W, both new to Strathallan theatre, struck just the right balance. But at its heart, ‘Legally Blonde’ is a comedy. Thank goodness for the established expertise here of Sophie C, Katie B, Kai H and Roli S. It’s fair to say that the accolade for Strath’s favourite power couple is in absolutely no doubt after the mastery of latter two’s rendition of Gay or European? The Delta Nus, in fact all of the supporting cast, were magnificent. Special mention however absolutely must go to the incoming Head of Drama for the next school year. Ethan W continued to show his acting credentials with the erstwhile villain of the piece – Callaghan. He also – possibly more importantly, provided the cutest ever little dog to play Bruiser Woods.
Strathallan Theatre is back.
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Last year we celebrated our beautiful campus and staged an outdoor production, but this year the relaxation of restrictions in the Spring term meant we could move back indoors. The project was one of the most popular amongst the musical theatre afficionados – ‘Legally Blonde.’
There is a key dynamic in ‘Legally Blonde,’ the touching relationship between Elle and Emmet. Here, Angus K stepped up to the plate. His musical credentials were never in doubt but he was moving out of his comfort zone taking a leading dramatic role. He needn’t have worried. Under Neil Hamilton and David Foster’s guidance he rose magnificently to the challenge and bought the house down every night.
The credits, however, continue beyond the front of stage performance. Backstage a quite extraordinary level of responsibility is taken by our stage crew. Led by Jayden M and Rebecca J, all aspects of set build and stage management are handled with absolute professionalism. The same goes for the student-centred band; weeks of rehearsals and playing a challenging score, they are more than deserving of the ovations at the end of each performance.
Douglas P rose to that challenge and then some. His Miss Trunchbull was a triumph – comic timing and characterisation at their finest were evident in this memorable performance. This fine young cast all deserve huge credit for the energy and enthusiasm they bought to their performances. Credit to goes to the stage crew. Two members of the prep school joined them for this show and as Hunter S said, they worked harder than the actors did, it’s just that nobody saw them! Thanks go to the many senior pupils who helped with the show, particularly with the hidden roles of make-up, costuming and backstage support. On behalf of all who so enjoyed the performance, thanks must also go to the staff whose expertise brought the performance to realisation. Ms Simon with music, Mr Foster with drama and Ms Goodfellow with choreography. It was a brilliant end to a hugely busy term and just showed how wonderful our maggots (sorry, pupils) really
Strathallanare. Prep School
It is traditional for the junior school to have an end of term show at Strathallan but this year is the first (of many) under the specific auspices of the Prep school. Roald Dahl’s story of a feisty little girl using her precocious intelligence and a few superpowers to overcome a bullying headmistress is well known. Our pupils’ enthusiasm for the project was clear from the first moment they exploded onto stage, through every lively song and dance and each poignant moment of Matilda’s story; her cruel parents played magnificently by Isla S and Will D; her saviour Miss Honey played by Elspeth W; the librarian, Imogen S, who so loves Matilda’s stories and the characters who populate them played by Harriet R and Amy M. Matilda is supported by a group of magnificent big kids and little kids who are variously tormented with the threat of The Chokey and whose brilliant performances absolutely brought the show to life. But there are two main characters so central to the show that the show’s success is reflective of their performances. Anna P sang beautifully and really did this amazing part proud. However, it’s the demon headmistress that we all love to hate that presents the biggest acting challenge.
Major Marjoribanks, CCF Contingent Commander and of course, Strathallan maths teacher, gave an inspirational lecture in the latest 1st and 2nd Form lecture series. A fascinating insight into a career in the military and transition to civilian life! Amazing!
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Matilda Jr
Our Sports Awards for the Summer Term in Cricket, Tennis and Swimming were awarded for espousing values through sporting endeavours and helping all of our pupils to thrive!
In the 14-year-old age group, Euan W won Gold in the 400IM and 50 br, Silver in 200 b/c and 800 free and also finished 4th in 200 br, 200 free, 200IM and 5th in 400 free.
Evan recently qualified and competed at the British Championships, finishing 5th in the 400 IM and 6th in the 200 free. He had 6 outstanding races and recorded huge personal bests throughout the week, a major achievement considering he was racing in the 15-18 year-old age group.
Strathallan School pupils won 16 medals and swam 22 personal bests at the Scottish National Age-Group Championships this month.
Head of Swimming at Strathallan, Elaine Johnston, said, “I’m incredibly proud of our swim team, they had a superb week of racing with 30 finalists, 22 personal best swims and 16 medals. There are so many brilliant performances to be proud of. It was the first time some of the team entered longcourse races which says a lot about how much work they are putting in the
Swimming success at Scottish National Age-Group Championships
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Scottish Junior Champion
Owen C reached 6 finals in the boys 17/18 age group and finished 5th 100 br, 6th 400IM, 9th 50br, 50 back, 400 free and 10th 200IM.
Nine swimmers aged 12 to 17 impressed the judges with outstanding results in both individual and relay Oncompetitions.phenomenal
Huge congratulations to Evan D who swam to national victory in the 200 IM, 400 IM, 200 Fly and 50 Br at the weekend at the Scottish Swimming National & Open Swimming Championships.
form in the pool, 15-year-old Evan D took home 12 medals at Scottish Swimming’s SNAGs; Gold in 50/100/200/400 free, 200/400IM, 100/200 fly, 100/200 breast, Silver in the 50 Fly and Bronze in the team relay.
Elise C took Bronze in the 17/18 years 100 free and finished 4th in 50 free, 5th 400IM, 6th 50 fly and 7th 200 free.
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Students make a splash Scottish Swimming Summer Meet
Joshua ready to fence for Scotland in Commonwealth Championships
Congratulations to our Perth City Swimmers who took 1 gold, 2 silver & 4 bronze medals home. Owen C swam to gold in the 50 back & scooped 2 bronze in the 100 brs and 400 IM Elise C took 2 silver in the 200 free and 200 IM and won 2 bronze in the 50 back and 100 back Jess S placed 7th and 9th in the 100 brs & 50 brs finals John M placed 5th in the 50 free final Grace H placed 9th in the 100 brs final
Joshua, from Auchterarder, will take to the piste in both the Cadet (Under 17) and Junior (Under 20) Sabre categories, after he came top of his age-groups in qualifying.
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“I started fencing for fun but quickly fell in love with it. I love how quick you have to think and how you feel during a bout.”
Murdo, who only began competing on snow this year, was one of four boys from the UK to win the U16 team event at the British Alpine Championships, which included Slalom, Giant Slalom and Super G.
Strathallan’s Director of Sport, Jim Thompson, said, “Selection for the Commonwealth Championships is testament to Joshua’s hardwork. We are incredibly proud of his achievement, which is made all the more impressive by his age. It is fantastic to see his ongoing progression in the sport and we wish him all the best in London.”
Strathallan student Murdo H has been named U16 Boys Team British Alpine Champion after he raced to first place with his team in Tignes, France.
He said, “I’m over the moon with our result, being part of the team was fantastic and it’s a great way to end the snow
The Strathallan student will take up the sabre for Scotland this summer as he prepares to fence at the 2022 Commonwealth Fencing Championships in London.
Murdo crowned U16 team champion at British Alpine Championships
Jim Thompson, Director of Sport, said “We are incredibly proud of Murdo’s outstanding result. His progression is great to see. It is fantastic to see his efforts on the snow rewarded in France. Good luck for the dry slope season!”
Murdo,season.”who joined Strathallan in Year 6, has been skiing since he was three years old.
He added, “I’ve been competing on dry slopes for seven years, so it was amazing to race the slalom, giant slalom and Super G on the snow. It’s a lot harder, the conditions are tougher but it makes the win so much more worth it and the views are always good.”
He said, “I can’t wait for the Commonwealth Championships. We have a great chance as a team for a podium finish, as most of us train at Salle Ossian Fencing Club. My dream is for an individual podium finish in the sabre.”
Joshua, who is currently ranked 15th in the UK for Cadet Men’s Sabre, first picked up a fencing blade eight years ago and has recently fenced for Team GB in Romania.
A good week of competition for our players, with Freya, Marcus, Nic & Lucas all representing Tayside - who finished as the overall runners-up. And Jed, representing Ayrshire, who finished as the 5th placed district overall. Well done to all involved.
OutstandingTennis results for our tennis scholars going for coveted age-grade titles at the Scottish junior open
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Marcus M, who won the G2 U18 National Doubles title with Cameron F
A fantastic period on court for Marcus M sees him win the G3 U18 West of Scotland singles. Gain ITF points in Edinburgh, and improve his doubles WTN into the 8s - which is now in the top 5 players in the UK in this category.
Marcus M is now through to an ITF U18 Quarter-Final, playing against some of the best players in Europe
At the G3 Bridge of Allan Open, Freya C and partner Emma B won the U16 Girls doubles, while Jed M who was 3rd seed in the draw, won the U16 Boys Singles, he then paired up with Alexander E to claim the doubles title
Freya C and partner Anna M finished runners-up in the Scottish Junior Open U14 Doubles
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Congratulations to Marcus, Jed, Ben & Nic on a fine victory against Hutchesons in the Scottish Schools Championships semi-final. The competition which is run over 3 terms has seen some fantastic matches and the team now look forward to the final.
Great to see Jed M continuing his good form, this time pairing up with Alexander E and winning the G3 Waverley U16 boys doubles. A great start to a new partnership.
Congratulations to our play your way to wimbledon winners, 3rd Form pupils Suzanne and Jack. Suzanne and Jack now head to the Area Finals in Aberdeen to compete for a chance to play at Wimbledon.
A good couple of days at the ABTA Kilgraston Easter Open for 4th Form student Jed M, winning the boys u18 singles. Congratulations also to Nic B & Ben C on finishing as runners-up in the u18 boys doubles, losing 11-9 in a match tiebreak in the final - so close!
Congratulations also to Freya & Thomas on their County Cup selection to represent the North of Scotland.
Congratulations to Freya C and partner Anna who won the grade 3 U14 doubles competition in St.Andrews.
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Additional congratulations to Thomas D and his partner Thomas S, who came runners up in St.Andrews grade 3 U14 boys doubles
A fantastic weekend of competition for our pupils at the G3 Tennis Tayside Open. Jed M, winning the U16 boys singles & doubles, with Nic B finishing as runner-up. Freya C winning the U16 girls doubles & Marcus M winning the mens doubles.
A great competition at the Kilgraston U12 & U14 Tournament. Well done to our U12 team who were the overall winners of their age group.
Scottish Schools Tennis Final v Merchiston Castle: An incredible effort from our team, with singles wins from our 1st & 2nd ranked players & a win at 1st doubles saw the match tied at 3 wins each. A shootout was played & we went down 10-7. A great final, well done to all.
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Third seed Thomas D went all the way in the U14 singles, defeating the top 2 seeds on the way to victory! Thomas then paired up with Ollie A & claimed the U14 doubles title! Freya C & Jed M both finished as U18s doubles runners-up in their respective events. Well done all!
East of Scotland results - U16 girls doubles winners, Freya C & partner Amy H. U16 boys doubles winners, Jed M and partner Alexander E. ens doubles runners-up, Marcus M and partner Cameron F. U14 boys doubles winners Thomas D and his partner Lucas.
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event for our riders at the Hopetoun House British Eventing Competition
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to Jacob H, who finished 2nd in the U15 Pentathlon GB modern Tetrathlon championships at Bath
Pebbles W also won the 1.15 show jumping class at Southview equestrian centre and qualified her ponies Libby and Maily for the Royal Highland Show in the 1.05m class
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2nd Pebbles W on Tino 11
After only picking up the sport in August 2021, Molly has shot her way to podium positions, recently winning the Ladies Non-International High Gun, Scottish Ladies High Gun and Ladies High Gun at the Scottish DTL Championships.
6th Alice E on Lady Chatterbox
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Congratulations also to Mrs Waugh who has qualified for Blair 1*
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CongratulationsClays to Molly H who is shooting for Scotland after she was awarded a place on the Junior Scotland Team.
Congratulations to Glenbrae House who won by 5 shots over Thornbank House, with Woodlands House close behind in 3rd
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CongratulationsCricket to our Strathallan Prep U12 mixed cricket team who won 4 out of 5 games to finish 2nd out of 16 teams, at the Perth & Kinross regional cricket finals at Doo’cot Park. Joshua B, who won the U14 Sabre competition at the Scottish Secondary Schools Fencing
Congratulations to Simpson House on winning the senior boys Inter-House golf competition, which was played on the Strathallan golf course
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Congratulations to Ruthven House who beat Nicol House to become senior inter-house cricket champions
todays event, with Woodlands House second and Thornbank House third. Good tennis, competitive and fun - well down all!!
Congratulations to the senior pupils, who were awarded sports colours and inter-house trophies at the final assembly of the Awardsyear
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SPS Div Tennis: The results are in and it’s victory for Glenearn! 2nd place for Balmanno, 3rd place for Dron & 4th for Dupplin. Well done to all involved in a very competitive afternoon of tennis.
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to Jonny I, Hannah C, Yi W, Zoe T, Matthew T, Will M, Charlie M, Fynn H, Reece M, Magnus H, Francesco M and Zac L on passing their CCF RN Junior Leadership Course at MOD Caledonia. They took part in drill, practical leadership tasks, presentations, learnt about Royal Navy ethos, orienteering and met cadets from other CCFs.
Brilliant afternoon of Strathallan Prep inter-div swimming! Congratulations to Dupplin who took home the trophy.
Fantastic to see Ollie Smith and George Horne join the Fagerson brothers in dark blue.
in the 400m Individual Medley, as he writes himself into the history books once
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She said, “There is nothing better than representing Scotland on the big stage. A massive thank you to everyone who has helped me, couldn’t have done it without you!”
Former pupil Nicki Cochrane has been selected for her second Commonwealth Games.
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The 28-year-old from Glasgow, who has represented both Great Britain and Scotland in the past, has been selected for the Scottish squad this summer.
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Ciara Elwis (Class of 2011) who has been named in the Forbes 30 under 30 for Entertainment. Since leaving school, Ciara has helped score over 150 major titles and TV programmes, including Channel 4’s ‘Derry Girls’, Netflix’s ‘Sex Education’ and more recently, Ricky Gervais’s hugely successful ‘After Life’.
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Cochrane selected for second Commonwealth Games
A proud moment for the school as four former pupils take to the pitch in Santiago del Estero.
Strathallian and Scottish International Field Hockey Goalkeeper Nicki Cochrane is bound for Birmingham
