The Dunsire Sports Campus was full of energy last week as hundreds of young players from across Scotland joined us for Morrison’s Academy’s annual Primary Hockey & Rugby Tournament. Under sunny skies, pupils took to the pitches with plenty of enthusiasm and competitive spirit, representing their schools and enjoying a great afternoon of sport. There [...]

A huge thank you to pupils and staff who were involved in our Open Morning on Saturday 26th September. It was a pleasure to welcome prospective pupils and their families to Morrison's Academy and to showcase the breadth of opportunities and experiences available throughout our school. Following a welcome from Rector Cath Precious in Memorial [...]

Twenty five primary and secondary pupils have raised more than £7,000 for Perth & Kinross Foodbank after completing two demanding Across Scotland expeditions covering almost 700km by bike and on foot. The pupils took on an extraordinary physical challenge, travelling across Scotland, scaling two Munros and traversing the Cairngorms National Park as they raised funds [...]

Morrison’s Academy is proud to have been named a finalist for Regional Independent School of the Year: North in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2026. The recognition follows the Academy’s commendation earlier this year and celebrates the impact of Across Scotland, an expedition programme introduced to Morrison’s Academy in 2020 by Assistant Rector, [...]

We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of Elsie, Lauren and FP Frederick, who have successfully completed their Gold Music Leadership Awards, and Zoe and David who have achieved Silver. Often hailed as the musical equivalent to the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, the RCS Music Leadership Award is available at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels [...]

Morrison’s Academy has announced the appointment of Mrs Catherine Precious as its new Rector, marking a significant milestone in the 166-year history of the Perthshire school as the first woman to lead the institution since its founding by philanthropist Thomas Morrison. Mrs Precious begins her leadership at the start of the new academic term and [...]

Congratulations to S5 pupil Elsie, who has secured a place in the National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland (NYJOS), marking another significant milestone in her impressive musical journey. Elsie first discovered her passion for music at the age of eight, beginning with the acoustic guitar before taking up bass guitar in S3.  After applying to [...]

We are delighted to announce that Morrison's Academy has been commended in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2026 for Regional Independent School of the Year: North. Receiving this recognition for the second consecutive year is a wonderful achievement and reflects the dedication, passion and commitment of our entire school community. The commendation celebrates [...]

Primary 5 pupils at Morrison’s Academy have left a lasting legacy for Crieff by burying a time capsule that will remain sealed until 2050. Buried in the school’s Primary gardens, the capsule contains contributions from local businesses, community organisations and pupils, preserving a unique snapshot of life in Crieff in 2026 for future generations to [...]

On Tuesday 16 June we celebrated an outstanding year of sport at Morrison's Academy. From tennis, cricket, athletics, hockey, rugby, golf, football and equestrian to name just a few, it was an opportunity to reflect on the incredible achievements of our pupils and the continued growth of our sporting programme. From Primary 1 to S6, [...]

Morrison’s Academy welcomed around 150 educators from across Scotland to its Crieff campus on Saturday, 9 May 2026, for Perthshire’s first researchED conference - a landmark event bringing educational research into classroom practice. The conference formed part of the international researchED movement and featured keynote speaker Prof Haili Hughes, alongside leading education figures including Dr [...]

Morrison’s Academy in Crieff will host Perthshire’s first researchED on its campus next month (Saturday, 9 May 2026), bringing together teachers, researchers, academics and school leaders from across Scotland for a day of evidence-informed professional learning. Part of the internationally recognised researchED movement, researchED Crieff aims to bridge the gap between educational research and classroom [...]

When he is not on the pitch at school or in the sports hall, Mr Weston, Director of Sport, can be found behind the microphone, bringing stadiums to life as the announcer at Glasgow Warriors matches. From welcoming fans and interviewing players to hosting live events, he thrives on the energy of the crowd and [...]

Craig Roy, Head of Business & Economics, has recently shared reflections on how ongoing professional learning is helping him become more responsive in the classroom. At Morrison’s Academy, we believe that when staff continue to learn, pupils thrive - an ethos reflected in a newly launched series of staff insights shared on LinkedIn. A key [...]

A former pupil of Morrison’s Academy is preparing to take on one of the world’s toughest sailing challenges - and raise money for charity along the way. Donald Macdonald, now Chair of the Board of Governors at Perthshire's leading independent day school, will compete in Leg 7 of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, [...]

  Spring term has been an exceptionally busy and rewarding period for music at Morrison's Academy, with pupils from Primary 1 through to S6 participating in a huge range of performances and events. Our Pipe Band enjoyed an unforgettable trip to Dublin for the renowned St Patrick's Day Parade, performing in front of a 70,000-strong [...]

S5 pupil Frederick is helping to raise awareness of cluster headaches by sharing their experience on this week’s National Migraine Centre’s Heads Up Podcast. Frederick was diagnosed with cluster headaches at the age of 11, after first experiencing symptoms during lockdown. Often described as one of the most painful conditions known to medicine, cluster headaches [...]

Morrison’s Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Garnish as Chief Operating Officer. Mr Garnish took up the post this week, bringing extensive operational and strategic leadership experience and a strong track record of delivering efficiency and sustainable growth. He has previously held senior positions at Glenalmond College, the John Lewis Partnership and [...]

This week, our Pipe Band enjoyed an unforgettable few days in Dublin, creating incredible memories while representing the school on an international stage. From the moment they arrived, the group received a warm Irish welcome. The city was alive with energy in the lead-up to St Patrick’s Day, with streets filled with music, colour and [...]

When she is not in the classroom Sam Thiel, Teacher of Modern Languages and Modern Studies, can often be found out on the road running - a passion she also shares with pupils through the Morrison’s Academy running club. Sam first discovered her love for running during the second lockdown while living in Aberdeenshire. Starting [...]

What a night! Over 180 guests joined us on Saturday 28th February for our first-ever Sports Dinner, raising funds for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation and vital research into Motor Neurone Disease. The evening was filled with laughter, sporting inspiration and a wonderful sense of community. Guests enjoyed comedy from Susie McCabe, followed by an [...]

When she is not in the classroom, P6 teacher Catherine Robertson can often be found on stage, bringing musicals to life as part of a local amateur dramatics society. Catherine’s passion for performing began in childhood through involvement in youth theatre and her love of singing, dancing and acting has continued ever since. Being part [...]

Pupils at Morrison’s Academy have taken part in a vibrant programme of Burns celebrations over the last few weeks that honoured the life, work and legacy of Robert Burns. The leading independent day school in Crieff launched its annual celebrations with a Primary Scots Recitation competition, where pupils performed a selection of traditional and contemporary [...]

Behind every great lesson is great teaching - and behind great teaching is ongoing professional learning. The ethos of Teachers as Learners is central to our commitment to supporting staff, enabling them to provide the very best learning experiences for our young people. Our Depute Rector, Emma McCormick, reflects on how investing in teacher development [...]

We’re proud to share that Morrison’s Academy has been shortlisted for the Community Benefits Award at the 2026 Scottish Food Awards. These national awards recognise schools across Scotland that demonstrate excellence in wellbeing, sustainability, healthy living and community collaboration. Rooted in our founder Thomas Morrison’s belief that education should be accessible to all, our Commitment [...]

We are delighted to welcome Brian Miles to Morrison’s Academy as Assistant Rector, Academic. Brian joins us from Strathallan School, where he was Head of Modern Languages and Director of Activities, bringing significant experience in academic leadership and a strong commitment to pupil development both in and beyond the classroom. Commenting on his appointment, Brian [...]

Pupils at Morrison’s Academy in Crieff took part in a new community focused initiative this week, working alongside school caterers Thomas Franks and local charity Crieff Connexions to prepare and distribute Burns Suppers to local families across Crieff and Strathearn. Around 30 pupils from S1 and S3 were involved in the pilot project which saw [...]

The sound of Christmas filled Perth Concert Hall last Thursday as Crieff’s Morrison’s Academy brought its school community together for a magical night of music and celebration. From Primary 1 performers to senior ensembles, almost 300 pupils took to the stage to share their talents with an audience of family and friends at the school’s [...]

Perthshire’s leading independent day school reports that its mobile free campus policy has had a clear impact on pupils’ daily routines, with pupils engaging more fully with each other in and out of the classroom. Morrison’s Academy in Crieff implemented restrictions on mobile phone use at the start of the 2024/25 academic year, in response [...]

At Morrison’s Academy, we believe that great teaching starts with great learning. Our teachers are lifelong learners, continually developing their expertise, sharing ideas and leading innovation both within and beyond the classroom. We are proud to celebrate our Director of Digital Strategy, Pamela Boal, who has once again been invited to share her expertise at [...]

Pupils at Morrison’s Academy in Crieff are getting ready to take centre stage next week (Friday, 14 November 2025) as the school hosts its annual whole school Art Exhibition & Fashion Show. Perthshire’s leading independent day school is expecting more than 300 guests to attend the event, which promises a vibrant celebration of creativity across [...]

Morrison's Academy is delighted to share that Assistant Rector, Colin Nicoll, has been shortlisted for a Scottish Cycling Award.   This nomination recognises Colin’s vision and leadership in founding the Scottish Schools' Mountain Bike Championships (SSMBCs) - an event brought to life through a fantastic partnership between Comrie Croft, Scottish Cycling and Morrison's Academy, just [...]

We are thrilled to announce that Morrison’s Academy has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2025, organised by Independent School Parent. This recognition celebrates the dedication and teamwork of our entire school community - from staff and pupils to parents and partners - who join together to [...]

Hundreds of secondary school pupils from across Scotland are preparing to take on the challenging trails at the 2025 Scottish Schools’ Mountain Bike Championships (SSMBCs), set to take place at Comrie Croft in Perthshire on Tuesday 23 September 2025. Once again, leading Independent Day School Morrison’s Academy in Crieff is proud to collaborate with Comrie [...]

Morrison's Academy Celebrates Another Year of Outstanding SQA Results Morrison’s Academy, in Crieff, is delighted to announce another year of exceptional academic achievement, as pupils across National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher levels celebrate a superb set of Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) exam results. As one of Scotland’s leading schools, Morrison’s Academy maintains a strong [...]

The term finished in full bloom for a group of budding biologists from Morrison’s Academy and Crieff High School who took centre stage at one of the UK’s most prestigious scientific events - the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition in London. The Secondary School pupils were invited to exhibit their pioneering research into the DNA [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, was buzzing with energy on Saturday 10 May as more than 200 young people and their families visited its Crieff campus for an inspiring day of hands-on science and discovery. Now in its third year, the interactive STEM event run in partnership with the Glasgow-based charity SmartSTEMs, offered [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school is hosting its third interactive STEM day for young people from across Perthshire on Saturday, 10 May 2025 at its Crieff campus. Run in partnership with the Glasgow-based charity SmartSTEMs, this free event invites young minds aged 10-14, and their families, to dive into a hands-on experience of [...]

This year's Strathearn Schools' Climbing Competition was an exciting showcase of skill, determination and teamwork. More than 100 pupils from Primary and Secondary schools across Scotland attended the event at Morrison's Academy and tested their skills on our fantastic climbing wall.   The competition brought together schools from across the region, offering an incredible opportunity for [...]

Around 280 pupils from schools across the country travelled to Crieff last week (Wednesday, 5 March, 2025) to take part in Morrison’s Academy’s U18s Hockey and Rugby 7s Tournament.  Perthshire’s leading independent day school hosted the highly anticipated event at The Dunsire Sports campus at Dallerie where hockey and rugby teams competed in a series [...]

In a fitting tribute to its 165 years of educational excellence, Morrison’s Academy brought its entire school together on Thursday 13th February for an iconic aerial photograph, capturing a moment that reflects the rich history and continued growth of the Crieff school. With 560 pupils, from nursery to senior school, united in one spectacular display, [...]

Over the past few weeks, Primary School pupils at Morrison’s Academy have embraced the new year by celebrating the life and work of Robert Burns, Scotland’s most celebrated Bard. The leading independent day school in Crieff launched its annual Burns celebrations on Thursday 23rd January with a Primary Scots Recitation, featuring a fantastic selection of [...]

With the best Higher results in Perthshire in 2024, there is a clear pathway to academic success at Morrison’s Academy.   Supporting pupils in making the right subject choices for exam years is crucial, as these decisions can have a lasting impact on their academic trajectory, future career options, and overall well-being.  Follow these tips below [...]

Perthshire’s leading Independent day school has reported seeing a shift in culture among pupils since taking a fresh approach to mobile phone usage on its campus at the beginning of last term. Morrison’s Academy in Crieff called time on smartphones after returning from the summer holiday in August in response to mounting evidence that overuse [...]

Hundreds of Secondary School pupils from across Scotland are taking part in the Scottish Schools’ Mountain Bike Championships (SSMBCs) being held at Comrie Croft  in Perthshire next month (Thursday, 12 September 2024).  Leading independent day school, Morrison’s Academy in Crieff is once again partnering with Comrie Croft and Scottish Cycling for the event which was [...]

Morrison’s Academy congratulates its Senior pupils on an excellent set of results in the 2024 SQA examinations. This year's results are a testament to the dedication, hard work, and resilience of our pupils, the unwavering support of their families, and the exceptional teaching and learning environment at Morrison’s Academy.   At National 5 level, the [...]

Last Friday pupils, parents and teachers of Morrison’s Academy gathered for its 2024 Speech Day and Prize Giving as the Crieff School completed another successful academic year. During the end of term celebration, S1-6 pupils were recognised, in front of friends and family, for their many and varied achievements. There was music from the School’s [...]

The search for the best school for your child is a multifaceted journey. When choosing a school parents often consider location, commute, environment and the added value that extends beyond academic considerations.  This article can help parents who are choosing an independent education for their children and guide them through differentiating factors.  Family-Friendly Environment Logistics [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, held the Grand Finals of its inaugural Enterprise Challenge last week (Thursday, 30 May, 2024) and around 40 finalists from schools across the region visited the Crieff campus to take part in the event. As part of the new business initiative, P7 pupils from St Dominic's R.C. Primary [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, welcomed around 300 young people and their families to its campus on Saturday 11 May for its second interactive STEM day. Run in partnership with the charity SmartSTEMs, the free event included interactive workshops, a STEM careers showcase, speakers and a pot of STEM prizes. SmartSTEMs was created [...]

Morrison's Academy is the only all through independent day school in Perthshire, providing a supportive environment for children aged 2-18. Our commitment to excellence in education has resulted in a strong tradition of academic success, with an impressive 95% of our leavers going on to University. An all Through Personalised Education One of the key [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, has launched its first ever Primary School Enterprise Challenge - and more than 200 budding entrepreneurs from schools across the region have already signed up to it. As part of the new business initiative, P7 pupils from St Dominic's R.C. Primary School, Dunning Primary School, Kilgraston School, Dunblane [...]

At Morrison’s Academy, we understand the importance of fostering a sense of belonging within our school community. We believe that creating a supportive and inclusive environment is essential for the overall wellbeing and success of our pupils. Building Strong Bonds Morrisonians develop strong bonds with each other, with friendships and memories made at Morrison’s Academy [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, is hosting its second interactive STEM day for young people from across the region on Saturday 11 May 2024 at its Crieff campus - and it promises to be even bigger and better than last year. Run in partnership with the charity SmartSTEMs, the free event for children [...]

More than 200 talented pupils from schools across the country travelled to Crieff last week to take part in Morrison’s Academy’s inaugural U18s Hockey and Rugby 7s Tournament.  The leading independent day school hosted the new event at its Dallerie Playing Fields where six hockey teams and 16 rugby teams competed in a series of [...]

Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry (SCAI) and Former Pupil Support In 2017, Morrison’s Academy was notified that the school would be part of the Inquiry’s investigation into historic allegations of abuse in Scottish Boarding Schools.  Morrison’s Academy was a boarding and day school between 1860 and 2007 and was among a selection of schools across Scotland [...]

Primary pupils at Morrison’s Academy have started the year on a high note by celebrating the life and work of Robert Burns, Scotland’s most famous Bard, over the last few weeks.  The leading independent day school based in Crieff kicked off their annual Burns activities on Thursday 25 January with a Primary Scots Recitation which [...]

The inaugural Scottish Schools’ Mountain Bike Championships (SSMBCs) held at Comrie Croft in Perthshire have been named ‘Event of the Year’ at the 2023 Scottish Cycling Awards ceremony at Crieff Hydro on Saturday 25 November 2023. Three hundred secondary school pupils from across Scotland - from 37 schools in 18 local authorities - took to [...]

Three hundred Secondary School pupils from across Scotland took part in the inaugural Scottish Schools’ Mountain Bike Championships (SSMBCs) at Comrie Croft in Perthshire last week (Thursday 14 September 2023). Leading independent day school, Morrison’s Academy, in Crieff partnered with Comrie Croft and Scottish Cycling for this brand new event, which had participants from 37 [...]

Three hundred Secondary School pupils from across Scotland are taking part in the inaugural Scottish Schools’ Mountain Bike Championships (SSMBCs) being held at Comrie Croft in Perthshire next week (Thursday 14 September 2023). Leading independent day school, Morrison’s Academy, in Crieff is partnering with Comrie Croft and Scottish Cycling for this brand new event, which [...]

Morrison’s Academy is delighted to congratulate all of its Senior pupils on an excellent set of results in the 2023 SQA examinations. The outstanding results are testament to the commitment, hard work and ability of its pupils, the support of their families and the high quality teaching and learning environment of Morrison’s Academy. Mr Andrew [...]

Perthshire’s leading independent day school, Morrison’s Academy has announced today that it will be running two Primary One classes from August. The co-educational School in Crieff made the decision to expand its lower School offering following a period of sustained interest and unprecedented growth in both its Nursery and Primary year groups. The expansion, which [...]

Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, is hosting an interactive STEM day for young people from across the region on Saturday, 18 March 2023. Run in partnership with the charity SmartSTEMs, around 200 children aged between 10-14 and their families are expected to turn out for the free event which will include a series [...]

Pupils and staff at Morrison’s Academy, Perthshire’s leading independent day school, welcomed internationally renowned Jazz musician, Richard Michael, BME, onto the School’s Crieff campus earlier this month (Monday 6th March). Mr Michael, who is one of Scotland’s most versatile musicians, has influenced a generation of teachers and students with his innovative methods of teaching improvisation [...]

The annual Art & Design Exhibition that celebrates talent from pupils at Morrison’s Academy, the leading independent and only all through day school in Perthshire, made a show-stopping return on Friday night (Friday, 18 November 2022).   More than 150 guests passed through the school’s Art Department, which had been transformed into a modern gallery space, [...]

Morrison's Academy Parent's Association (MAPA) are delighted to announce that their annual Christmas Fayre will take place on Saturday 26 November 1.00pm-4.00pm, at Morrison's Academy, Crieff. Open to all, please come along and browse the fabulous range of local producers, visit Santa and his Elves in their grotto, win fabulous prizes on our raffle stalls, [...]

Morrison's Academy are delighted to announce the return of their annual musical extravaganza, to take place this year in the Horsecross Concert Hall in Perth on Tuesday 13 December at 7.30pm. Join us for an evening of festive entertainment, celebrating the musical talent of pupils from across our School. From vocalists to instrumentalists to ensembles, [...]

Our Primary pupils have returned to campus after the holidays to two new playgrounds, which were built over the summer. The new playgrounds were part of a major investment programme, which also included transforming building exteriors, upgrading Science Labs and installing a Music Tech room alongside the creating of the two new Primary playgrounds. These [...]

The first steps in a child’s education are crucial for their confidence, long term learning habits and happiness.   The lower primary stages are key developmental areas in a child's life and it is crucial to provide the very best start.  At Morrison’s Academy our experienced teachers and staff encourage a love for learning, build strong [...]

The Morrison's Academy community wishes to express our sincerest condolences to the Royal Family following the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. For the last 70 years, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has been central to our lives and we thank her for her life of service and dedication. We join our country and [...]

Morrison’s Academy is delighted to congratulate all of our Senior pupils on an excellent set of results in the 2022 SQA examinations. The outstanding results are testament to the dedication, hard work and ability of our pupils, the support of their families and the high quality teaching and learning environment of Morrison’s Academy. Mr Andrew [...]

June is always a busy time in schools with end of term events, including Sports Days, Prize Givings, Sports celebration evenings, Music and Drama awards nights and recitals. Our June calendar celebrates the accomplishments our pupils have made throughout the year. At Morrison’s Academy we offer varied opportunities to inspire dreams. Every child has the [...]

Following the roaring success of last year’s Across Scotland Challenge, 14 adventurous teenagers have decided to test their mettle by undertaking the second Morrison’s Academy Across Scotland Challenge. Departing on 28 May and travelling by bike, 12 Morrison’s Academy and 2 Crieff High School pupils will cycle 550km from Southend in Kintyre to the Butt [...]

As we enter Spring, there is a sense of optimism in the air. At Morrison’s Academy, live events have returned to our school calendar and pupils are taking full advantage of the opportunities available to them. During March, all year groups focused on literacy, with a fortnight centred around World Book Day.  As a school [...]

From Primary One, our pupils are presented with a wealth of academic opportunities and experiences.  As pupils progress through our Primary, they experience subjects including Art and Design, Home Economics, Music, PE and STEM classes all from specialist subject teachers. This progressive approach culminates in our Transitional year (Primary Seven). This year allows children to [...]