Schools in Glenrothes
There are 21 schools in Glenrothes on the Scottish Government's official school contact details, including 16 primary and 3 secondary schools, under Fife local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 14 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Glenrothes (16)
- Carleton Primary SchoolKY7 5DN
- Caskieberran Primary SchoolKY6 2NZ
- Coaltown Of Balgonie Primary SchoolKY7 6HY
- Collydean Primary SchoolKY7 6TR
- Leslie Primary SchoolKY6 3LL
- Markinch Primary SchoolKY7 6AA
- Newcastle Primary & Community SchoolKY6 2PX
- Pitcoudie Primary SchoolKY7 6NU
- Pitteuchar East Primary SchoolKY7 4NU
- Pitteuchar West Primary SchoolKY7 4QL
- Rimbleton Primary SchoolKY6 2DZ
- South Parks Primary SchoolKY6 1DS
- Southwood Primary SchoolKY6 1JU
- St Paul's R C Primary SchoolKY6 2AT
- Star Primary SchoolKY7 6LB
- Warout Primary & Community SchoolKY7 4JX
Secondary schools in Glenrothes (3)
- Auchmuty High SchoolKY7 5JL
- Glenrothes High SchoolKY6 1HJ
- Glenwood High SchoolKY6 1JX
Other phases in Glenrothes (2)
- John Fergus SchoolKY7 4JB
- Pupil Support Service - Central AreaKY6 2BZ
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Glenrothes?
The Scottish Government's official school contact details lists 21 open schools with a Glenrothes address (as of 14 June 2026), including 16 primary and 3 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Glenrothes guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Scottish Government's official school contact details, retrieved on 14 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Glenrothes?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.