Welcome to Dunbarney Primary School
I’m delighted to welcome you to our school website. Since becoming Headteacher in January 2023, I’ve had the privilege of leading a passionate and committed team who work together to create a safe, inclusive and inspiring learning environment for all our children.
This website is designed to keep parents and the wider community informed and involved in the life of the school. Here you’ll find key information including lunch choices, school policies, holiday dates, and links to Education Scotland and Perth & Kinross Council. We use Learning Journals to communicate directly with parents about their children’s learning and achievements.
Dunbarney Primary serves the community of Bridge of Earn, 10 miles southeast of Perth. A school has stood on our current site since 1874. The original building, designed for 185 pupils, was refurbished and extended in 1996. Today, we welcome around 200 pupils from Primary One to Seven, and up to 16 children in our Nursery. Our building offers spacious classrooms, a large playground, and a beautiful garden area that supports outdoor learning and wellbeing.
We are proud of our strong links with the local community and benefit from the support of engaged families and an active Parent Council. Our house system—Glamis, Drummond, Culzean and Urquhart—was named in consultation with our pupils and promotes a sense of belonging, celebrating behaviours that reflect our shared values: Honesty, Ambition, Respect and Kindness.
We offer an early morning drop-off club from 8am and an after-school club providing childcare until 6pm, supporting families with flexible care options.
At Dunbarney, we are proud to be a UNICEF GOLD Level Rights Respecting School. Our curriculum is designed to be inclusive, engaging and aspirational, supporting every child to achieve their academic and personal potential. We are committed to nurturing confident, responsible and resilient learners who are empowered to make a positive difference in their school and wider community.
We are proud to share that Dunbarney Primary School has achieved the Nurturing Schools Level One Award, recognising our commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and understood. This award reflects our whole-school approach to wellbeing, emotional literacy and positive relationships, and highlights the nurturing ethos that underpins our curriculum, interactions and daily practice. It is a testament to the dedication of our staff, the strength of our partnerships with families, and the caring culture we continue to build together.
Our annual Standards and Quality Report provides a detailed overview of our progress and achievements across key areas of school life, including learning, teaching, leadership and wellbeing. It reflects the strengths of our school community and outlines how we continue to improve outcomes for all learners. You can access the report here.
Each year, we identify key priorities for development through our School Improvement Plan. This document outlines our strategic goals and the actions we are taking to enhance learning experiences, raise attainment and support wellbeing. Our current plan reflects our commitment to nurturing approaches, inclusive practice and high-quality learning and teaching. You can access the plan here.
Every day, we strive to live by our values and encourage everyone in our school community to Be Our Best Selves.
Mrs Louise Hope
Headteacher
