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A and AS Levels in Edinburgh

Several independent schools in the area offer A-levels and AS levels, making the transition to Edinburgh easier for families relocating from outside Scotland.

Local schools offering A and AS levels

For further information on which courses are available, please contact the schools below directly or follow the links to browse their websites.

In 2010, St George's School for Girls came top amongst Scottish schools in terms of A-level results, with another four Edinburgh schools, Fettes, Merchiston Castle, Loretto School and Edinburgh Academy featuring in the top ten (source: bestschools.co.uk).

St Mary's Music School

Topped the 2006 league tables for the best A-level and Advanced Higher results in Scotland's independent sector. Based in Edinburgh city centre.

Fettes School

Famous for educating former Prime Minister Tony Blair and the fictitious character of James Bond, located north of the city centre.

Merchiston Castle School

Boys’ boarding and day school in Colinton, on the city region’s southern edge.

Edinburgh Academy

Centrally-located school for boys 5-16 years and co-education for 2-5 year olds and 16 years plus.

Rabbie Burns

Several independent schools in the area offer A-levels and AS levels, making the transition to Scotlandeasier for families relocating from outside Scotland.

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