Opened in May 1964, Farr is a non-denominational secondary school with a current role of around 75 pupils. Farr High School is located in the village of Bettyhill, on the north-west coast of Scotland. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty with a number of recognised Sites of Special Scientific Interest which represent the best of Scotland’s natural heritage. Our school catchment area is vast, covering 531 square miles. There are many challenges and opportunities attached to living in such a remote and rural location, which we feel make our school very special. We are proud of our location and take advantage of the opportunities it offers wherever possible. Farr is part of the North Coast Campus which was formed in 2017 and brings together the High School and our three local primary schools under one management structure. While part of the campus, Farr High School continues to maintain its own unique identity. The school is very much a core part of the local community.
UPCOMING EVENTS
In-service days - 15th & 16th September
UCAS event for S5 and S6 - 18th September
23rd September - Comic Book artist Aimee Lockwood workshop with S1
University Trip for S5 and S6 6th - 8th October
Sale of Work - 8th October 2pm - 3pm
Halloween Dress Down Day - 11th November
Parents' Evening S1 to S6 - 25th November
Upcoming Assessments
N5 Modern Studies
Crime and Law + Conclusions Skill Assessment on Friday 19th September
Higher Geography
River Basin Management End of Unit Test on Wednesday 24th of September
Polytunnel 2nd Phase now complete!
We are delighted to announce our grant application with the North and West Sutherland Trust has been awarded. Many thanks to everyone involved in the application and decision making process.
Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is the national career service and has careers advisers in every state secondary school in Scotland.
Highlands Reimagined Podcast highlandsreimagined.com
On 2nd September 2025, Strathnaver Museum launched a new podcast series called ‘Highlands Reimagined’.
The podcast was commissioned by Strathnaver Museum, produced by Anya Media and published in partnership with the Wild for Scotland podcast.
The ‘Highlands Reimagined’ podcast explores why young people leave northwest Sutherland and what will encourage them to build their futures in the region. It features interviews with students from Farr High School, local entrepreneurs and remote workers across three thirty-minute episodes.
Click on the link above to listen.
Planting of small orchards
A selection of fruit trees were planted as part of a Highland wide programme with countryside ranger Paul Castle in March. Many thanks to pupils in S3 and Paul for all their hard work and careful planting.
How do I check the school is open?
In the event of adverse weather such as snow, wind etc. we would ask you check our Facebook page in the first instance. (click here to be redirected)
Phone 0800 564 2272 to get the latest pre-recorded message.
Farr High Pin = 041030