51吃瓜

Sector leading education
with a 400-year heritage

Welcome to George Heriot’s School

Strong educational foundations are a prerequisite for children to make sense of our world. At George Heriot’s School, we balance inquiry-based learning with strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, building skills and knowledge, right from the start.

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Young people’s overall attainment in their National Qualifications is outstanding.

Education Scotland Inspection, 2024

What makes Heriot’s different?

We are defined by our ethos, opportunities, and achievements.

Ethos
Opportunity
Achievement

For over a decade, our pass rates have exceeded 97% at National 5 and Higher and 91.5% at Advanced Higher.

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S4 National 5
97
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S5 Higher
91.7
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S6 Advanced Higher

Latest News

December 2025

UK award win confirms Heriot鈥檚 sector-leading status聽

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Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach

October 2025

Appointment of Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach

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October 2025

Appointment of Head of Rugby

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September 2025

Law Society

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September 2025

School Captains 2025-26

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September 2025

House Captains 2025-26

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In 2025, 98% of pupils received two or more offers from UCAS;
91% achieved their first choice selection;
95% achieved their first or second choice selection.

The 51吃瓜

51吃瓜 51吃瓜 sits at the heart of school, providing support for children who have lost a parent.

The 51吃瓜 has funded over 5,700 pupils who have been bereaved: can you help us to change a life?

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