Fernhill School established in 1972 and managed by a Board of Governors, is a Catholic Independent school standing in nine acres of pleasantly wooded grounds high above the City of Glasgow and overlooking the Clyde Valley.
The school has both a Primary and a Secondary Department, fully equipped with modern class-rooms and laboratories. The Primary Department has 7 single classes and accepts girls and boys throughout. The Secondary Department accepts girls only.
In the Primary Department emphasis is placed on developing a high degree of proficiency in Language Arts and Mathematics together with Environmental Studies, Science and Technology, Aesthetic subjects and Religious and Moral Education. Pupils receive regular swimming lessons in addition to participating in a variety of games and athletics. An annual Sports Day is a feature of the Summer term.
Parents receive twice-yearly reports and are invited to two Parents' Nights each year to discuss progress. Appointments may be made at any time to discuss a pupil's education.
There is no form of corporal punishment in the school, but it is expected that parents will assist in matters of discipline by ensuring that pupils meet the requirements relating to homework, behaviour, uniform, attendance and timekeeping.
Pupils are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of extra-curriular activities which include chess, Scottish Country Dancing, Music, Ornithology, Art and Craft. Many of these activities including Science and Technology, involve competition at local, regional and national level with considerable success.
