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A Unique Curriculum

We aspire to develop responsible, creative and freethinking young people, who will contribute to society and a sustainable environment with vision and purpose.

A Steiner Education

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An independent school set in three acres of leafy grounds in the south-side of Edinburgh, we educate up to 380 children aged 2 to 18 years.

 

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Choice, Progression And Opportunity: A Plan For The Upper School

March 25 2025

Read article Choice, Progression And Opportunity: A Plan For The Upper School

Class 8 Pack ‘One Physical And One Metaphorical Suitcase’ For International Exchange

March 18 2025

Read article Class 8 Pack ‘One Physical And One Metaphorical Suitcase’ For International Exchange

DoE Pupils Will Take To The Hills Alone

March 11 2025

Read article DoE Pupils Will Take To The Hills Alone

“Our exam results are consistently above the national average,

yet we don’t select our pupils on ability

like most independent schools.

In 2024, ESS pupils achieved a 96% pass rate for Highers.

Three out of five results were attained at the highest level.

Scotland overall is 74.9%,

with less than a third (30.3%) awarded an A grade.

Our exam classes are typically five to eight pupils.”

 Alistair Pugh, SQA Examinations Coordinator

Alumni Spotlight

 

View a collection of our former pupils since 1939.

The school gave me tremendous confidence and a greater understanding of the breadth of talent and skills that can be appreciated in each individual. I believe this has helped me as a doctor and a surgeon.
Hannah Pepper,
Oral Surgeon & Teacher at
Edinburgh Royal College of Surgeons