Cargilfield School Welcomes Colin MacIntosh as New Headmaster

Mr Colin MacIntosh

Cargilfield School is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Colin MacIntosh as its new Headmaster, effective August 2025. Colin brings a wealth of experience and a passion for education to Cargilfield. During his visits, he was deeply impressed by the prep school's vibrant atmosphere, enthusiastic pupils, and dedicated staff.

Colin is currently the Headmaster at Ashfold School in Buckinghamshire where he and his wife, Anna, have led the school since September 2018. Prior to that, he was Deputy Head at Beaudesert Park in Gloucestershire and Head of Boarding at Aldro School in Surrey, so he has a strong prep school pedigree. Colin and Anna have strong links north of the border. As well as family ties, they are both graduates of St Andrew’s University. 

Colin is eager to build upon Cargilfield’s strong foundation and lead the prep school into its next exciting chapter. He believes in creating a supportive and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. “I was immediately struck by the warmth and energy of the Cargilfield School community," says Colin. "The children's love of learning and the teachers' commitment to nurturing each child's potential were truly inspiring. My family and I are incredibly excited to be joining the Cargilfield family and becoming part of the wonderful Edinburgh community." 

“I was delighted to see Colin MacIntosh appointed as the new Head of Cargilfield School. I am excited about the future of the School, given Colin's leadership experience and qualities. Sarah and I are looking forward to welcoming Colin and Anna back to Cargilfield during the Summer term" said Rob Taylor, current Headmaster.

Cargilfield will continue to strive for every Leaver to be an ambitious learner, achieving their potential academically and in extracurricular activities, as young leaders with high emotional intelligence. 

Maximising every moment of childhood 

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About Cargilfield: 

Cargilfield is the only stand-alone independent prep school in Edinburgh, providing a nurturing and stimulating education for children aged 3 to 13. We are proud of a broad curriculum, leading to Common Entrance and scholarship exams for children at 13 but teaching a wide range of subjects with specialist teachers from 8+. As a family school, we accept a wide range of abilities and personalities, but we believe that our small classes purposely kept at 18, high expectations and enthusiastic teaching allow our children to flourish. The Education Scotland Inspection Report 2023 rated our attainment levels as outstanding and sector-leading across the country.