Pupils in S6 can apply to become Clan Leaders at the start of each academic year.

[5] Pupils from island communities who fall within the catchment area of Oban High School often require to live in hostel accommodation Monday–Friday as travel back to the island communities can be too long a journey for pupils to undertake each day.

Glencruitten Hostel provides support and accommodation to pupils from Oban High School from island communities such as Colonsay, Coll, Isle of Mull, Lismore, Iona, Kerrera, Gometra, Tiree, Shuna, Easdale and Bridge of Orchy.

The hostel closes during school holidays with all pupils returning to their families on the islands.

[6] Oban High School has a clan system pupil leadership programme.