Living, learning, and growing together
We are Ochil Tower School.
Ochil Tower offers a unique, person-first approach to caring for and educating children and young people with complex needs.
Based on a picturesque seven-acre campus, we are a non-denominational residential school for children ages 8 to 18. Our 52-week provision provides consistency, stability, and opportunity for learning throughout the year. We welcome referrals from across Scotland and work with local authority staff, parents, and caregivers throughout the referral process.
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We are Ochil Tower School.
Our office hours are from 9am till 4pm.
Our address where you can reach us by post is:
Ochil Tower School
140 High Street
Auchterarder
Perthshire
PH3 1AD
For general enquiries, you can
email office@ochiltowerschool.org
or call +44 (0)1764 662 416.
Referrals
Children and young people are referred to Ochil Tower School by their local authority.
This process is carried out in full consultation and collaboration with families and caregivers.
We welcome referrals from Scotland’s 32 local authorities and can discuss individual cases with key staff. We do not accept private referrals from parents or caregivers but are happy to chat about the process in more detail and provide further information about our school.
Referrals
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Living together
Building relationships
Learning together
Personal development journey and supporting others with their learning.
Growing together
Delivering high standards of care and education.
Referrals
Since then, thanks to the renovation of derelict buildings and the creation of new ones, the seven-acre school campus has grown to include classrooms, workspaces, accommodation, and outbuildings.
With five residential houses accommodating up to 36 children and young people, we can offer an unmatched home-from-home experience. The school’s abundant greenspace allows our pupils to spend time in nature, whilst the design of our accommodation ensures that they feel safe and nurtured when not in our classrooms.
Set just minutes from Auchterarder’s High Street, the school’s location allows our children and young people to grow within the school grounds and develop their independence within the wider community.
Our community
Our seven-acre campus o in Auchterarder, Perthshire, is surrounded by woodlands, creating a safe, natural, and nurturing environment for our pupils.
Our team
Our dedicated team members carry out a wide variety of roles but share a common goal: helping each pupil reach their full potential.
Our houses
Find out more about the houses where our children and young people live on campus throughout the year.
Our classes
We offer our pupils a 24-hour learning environment that combines classes with the opportunity to interact and learn our surroundings.
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Delivering high standards of care and education.
Referrals
Since then, thanks to the renovation of derelict buildings and the creation of new ones, the seven-acre school campus has grown to include classrooms, workspaces, accommodation, and outbuildings.
With five residential houses accommodating up to 36 children and young people, we can offer an unmatched home-from-home experience. The school’s abundant greenspace allows our pupils to spend time in nature, whilst the design of our accommodation ensures that they feel safe and nurtured when not in our classrooms.
Set just minutes from Auchterarder’s High Street, the school’s location allows our children and young people to grow within the school grounds and develop their independence within the wider community.
Referrals
Since then, thanks to the renovation of derelict buildings and the creation of new ones, the seven-acre school campus has grown to include classrooms, workspaces, accommodation, and outbuildings.
With five residential houses accommodating up to 36 children and young people, we can offer an unmatched home-from-home experience. The school’s abundant greenspace allows our pupils to spend time in nature, whilst the design of our accommodation ensures that they feel safe and nurtured when not in our classrooms.
Set just minutes from Auchterarder’s High Street, the school’s location allows our children and young people to grow within the school grounds and develop their independence within the wider community.
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Originally built in 1849, Ochil Tower School began life as a stately home before becoming a private school in the 1960s.
Our approach
Our unique approach supports children and young people as they live, learn, and grow on our campus. Teachers, house coordinators, and support staff work collaboratively, ensuring that each pupil receives an entirely individualised care and education offering.
Person-Centred
Our experience tells us that a flexible, strengths-based approach is the most effective starting point. By following a person-centred approach, we can provide a level of education and care that is both nurturing and productive. This allows us to support children and young people as they develop life skills and learn within a clear pathway for progression and success.
Whole School Approach
Pupils and staff learn and grow together in a highly integrated environment, balancing individual needs with being part of a broader campus community. By learning and living together in this way, the children and young people at Ochil Tower School gain the skills they need to become more confident and contribute more fully to their home communities.
Social Pedagogy
Social Pedagogy is a holistic and humanistic approach that fosters positive relationships, well-being, and empowerment. We integrate care, education, and creativity in the school’s “life space” to help children and young people reach their full potential. Social pedagogy is rooted in reflective practice and community-building. It emphasises cooperation, resilience, and therapeutic environments, using everyday life as a learning opportunity.
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Originally built in 1849, Ochil Tower School began life as a stately home before becoming a private school in the 1960s.
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Our approach to care and education continually develops as we deepen our understanding of trauma and its impact. As we continue to learn about trauma-informed practice, we refine how we support and nurture the young people in our care. We strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported, valued, and ready to learn. Consistency, strong relationships, and a compassionate approach are at the core of our work.
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Our approach to care and education continually develops as we deepen our understanding of trauma and its impact. As we continue to learn about trauma-informed practice, we refine how we support and nurture the young people in our care. We strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported, valued, and ready to learn. Consistency, strong relationships, and a compassionate approach are at the core of our work.
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Children and young people are referred to Ochil Tower School by their local authority.
This process is carried out in full consultation and collaboration with families and caregivers.
We welcome referrals from Scotland’s 32 local authorities and can discuss individual cases with key staff. We do not accept private referrals from parents or caregivers but are happy to chat about the process in more detail and provide further information about our school.
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Children and young people are referred to Ochil Tower School by their local authority.
This process is carried out in full consultation and collaboration with families and caregivers.
We welcome referrals from Scotland’s 32 local authorities and can discuss individual cases with key staff. We do not accept private referrals from parents or caregivers but are happy to chat about the process in more detail and provide further information about our school.
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Originally built in 1849, Ochil Tower School began life as a stately home before becoming a private school in the 1960s.
