The school, situated on the shores of Loch Scavaig, was built in 1876 to cater for the educational needs of children living in the Elgol and Glasnakille areas. The roll was then around the sixty mark.

In the nineteen forties, following the closure of Strathaird Side School in 1947, the catchment area was extended to include Drinan village and Strathaird Estate.

During the nineteen seventies, the school roll was around 26, and two teachers were in employment. The school roll then gradually decreased, and the school reverted to being a one-teacher school. The Acting Head Teacher is Mr Iain Murray. There are 5 pupils; with a teaching Head Teacher, and 0.4 class teacher (who provides the Head Teacher’s management cover).

Elgol primary school is a very important part in its community of approximately 100 residents. The local community supports the school in many ways by:

• Attending the various events like the school play and fundraisers,

• Volunteering in the school by sharing knowledge and expertise with the pupils e.g.

yoga, science, outdoor activities like kayaking, climbing and caving, baking, crafts, football and other sports.

• Set design for the yearly school play.

• Providing local and historical knowledge to staff and pupils.

• Gardening: the care of the school grounds including the poly tunnel where a variety of fruit and vegetables are grown.