Search results
George Heriot founded our school in 1628 with a charitable vision that we continue to pursue today. Heriot’s is Scotland’s leading independent school (as voted by The Sunday Times 2020 and the Independent School Parent magazine 2021).
George Heriot founded our school in 1628 with a charitable vision that we continue to pursue today. Heriot’s is Scotland’s leading independent school (as voted by The Sunday Times 2020 and the Independent School Parent magazine 2021).
George Heriot's School is a private primary and secondary day school on Lauriston Place in the Lauriston area of Edinburgh, Scotland. In the early 21st century, it has more than 1600 pupils, 155 teaching staff, and 80 non-teaching staff. [2]
For 350 years George Heriot’s School has served as one of Scotland’s most distinguished schools. Today, it flourishes as an independent co-educational day school. Children between 3 and 18, from in and around the city of Edinburgh, form a vibrant school community.
Heriot’s is Scotland’s leading independent school (as voted by The Sunday Times 2020 and the Independent School Parent magazine 2021). We welcome children of all backgrounds who will flourish in our happy, caring and stimulating environment.Pupils aged 4 to 18 learn side by side, as part of one big Heriot’s family.
To apply for a place for your child at George Heriot’s School, please complete the Application for Admission form below. Home » Admissions » Apply online. To apply for financial assistance, please tick the relevant box. We will then send you the appropriate form to complete.
George Heriot’s provide a full education from age 4 to 18. Admission is based on satisfactory performance in an entrance assessment.