We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new ISA Scholarship Programme. This programme is designed to provide a supportive environment and expert guidance, helping new students thrive as valued and active members of our vibrant school community.
Our scholarships are our way of celebrating talent and include an automatic 10% fee reduction. While these are separate from our fee assistance programme, families needing support beyond the 10% discount are encouraged to discuss applying for supplemental fee assistance with our team.
We are offering two distinct pathways for students to join our IB world school community.
S1 Scholarships
We invite all Primary 7 students to apply for our S1 Scholarship. This opportunity is for students who want to join our kind, inclusive community and develop both their personal wellbeing and academic abilities.
We are looking for students who show promise in a variety of ways. They might be a talented ‘all-rounder’ demonstrating strengthsl across diverse fields like academics, the arts, sport, and service. Alternatively, they might show a pronounced talent in one specific academic subject or a particular area such as music, design technology or visual arts.
In the true spirit of the IB, we value the whole person rather than perfection in one area. We are looking for students who demonstrate they are caring, open-minded, and balanced, and who are eager to make a positive contribution to our school community.
Sports Scholarships
We are also inviting talented young athletes to apply for our Sports Scholarship, with entry available into Primary 5, S1, or S3 in August 2026. This scholarship provides an ideal pathway for students to excel in their chosen sport within our supportive environment.
We are looking for enthusiastic young athletes—whether they are dedicated specialists in one sport or talented all-rounders—who show a genuine passion for physical activity. This passion can be for any sport, from basketball and climbing to rowing and volleyball; it is not limited to sports currently offered at ISA.
If the scholarship is awarded for a sport we offer, recipients will be expected to represent ISA as part of the school team. This commitment brings with it incredible opportunities, including the chance to travel to international sports tournaments. Our teams have recently competed in events in London and Stavanger, with exciting trips to Lisbon, Barcelona and Madrid coming up soon.
Above all, applicants should embody the IB Learner Profile attributes of being balanced, principled in their sportsmanship, and risk-takers willing to challenge themselves.
A Unique Opportunity
We are incredibly excited to launch this new Scholarship Programme, presenting a fantastic opportunity for talented students from across Aberdeen and the North East.
This programme is a unique pathway in the region, offering the chance to benefit from our world-class IB curriculum. As the only school in Aberdeen offering the IB programmes, ISA provides a truly global education, fostering an international mindset and equipping students with the skills to thrive in Scotland, the UK and anywhere in the world.
We are delighted to open this door to our community and look forward to discovering the next generation of ISA scholars.
For full details on the application process and key dates please visit our main Scholarship Page.
