Auchencairn Primary School is situated in a small rural community on the banks of the Solway Firth with outlooks to beautiful hills and woodlands. The village is situated 8 miles from Dalbeattie, 8 miles from Castle Douglas and 11 miles from Kirkcudbright.

Head Teacher:  Mrs N Maxwell

School Roll:  35

Chair of Parent Council:  Mrs Liza Perry

Does the school have a nursery?  No

Does the school have a learning centre?  No

You can view the latest HMIe inspection report for Auchencairn Primary School which is designed to show how well children are being educated and to help the school to improve.

You can view the letter which was sent to all Parents and Carers of Pupils in November 2011  HMIE Inspection Progress Letter [705kb].

Further Information

The school was refurbished in 2005 and is at present a 2 teacher school. The school has a well set out playground with a number of attractive play features developed by parents and the community.

The catchment area covers a 4 mile radius from the school. For children living in the catchment area of the school free transport is provided for under eight year olds living more than 2 miles from the school and for over eights living more than 3 miles from the school.

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