Not just great academic, great discipline, great enviroment, everyone must wear uniform to look the same that's one of the important for me, but one of the most impressive building, I guess most parents never thought to write a review, I didn't think either, until now. This school deserves full marks 5 not less than 5. At P 3 my son needed learning support, the school informed, at no extra fee. I was most impressed for such a closed attention. My son was at this school from nursery -S 6. He did well. Review is about the total quality of service and standards of education. Nothing to do with the fee. You have the choice free school or pay school. I must say that it's worth of my money and every penny I spent. This is what I want my son to be educated in this type of environment and good academic background. I myself from Thailand, everyone have uniform no matter which school. All fee paying schools are good academic and good environment, great teachers, good standard facilities. I have been to a few government schools - all good, but I still happy to pay for education as long as we can afford it. The School offers 5%? discont can't remember a long time ago - if pay in full yearly. Even no discount, we still think it's worth the money. My son has gained PhD, in Machanical Engineering with the job he loves and earn a living. I am now very happy with the study background he's got from this school that led him to go further. Thank you so much once again to all Heriots'teachers, they strive for the maximum results and aim for maximum performance for their pupils. Kids can do well when they are happy at school and happy home, supportive parents no matter which school. I see those who don't achieve, it's not the school's fault. The school gives the best whether kids want to aim high or not. read more

I don't suggest the average person decide to enroll in this day school, or pay an impromptu visit, because as beautiful as it is to look at, it is definitely a monument still in use! I've walked past this ancient building everytime I go down Lauriston Place from the George Square university area, and I'm always amazed that some kids actually get to go to school in Hogwarts. And I'm a little bit jealous as well. The grounds are massive, and I doubt those little children really deserve such a beautiful academic environment. Honestly though, the oldest students there are probably just a year or two younger than I am, but I'll rant on anyway! The school was commissioned by George Heriot, and it's a little sad to think such a place, with it's wonderful renaissance architecture, started off as a charitable institution for children, but is now a fee paying school. Nevertheless, they have open days on in September, should you really want to explore the school. read more

George Heriot's School - from the George Heriot's School website - Elementary Schools Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

It is one of the impressive Renaissance building of the 17th century in the old town of Edinburgh, initially used as a hospital. It took care of many orphans before it grew and invested in the establishment of ten other free schools in the city. The school' charm comes from its castle look architecture and its wonderful grounds adjacent to Greyfriar's Kirk. Today the school offers primary and secondary education to 1700 pupils. read more