The Edinburgh Academy
- British
Per yearabout USD 19.1K–30.8K
GBP 14.2K–23K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Independent co-educational day school in Edinburgh for children aged 2 to 18, across three campuses (Nursery, Junior School and Senior School). Values-led and character-driven education with a small-community feel.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
British
Ages
Ages 2–18
Students
1,120
Type
Local school, international programme
Fee level
- Founded
- 1824
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| 2nd to 7th year (Senior School) | GBP 22,990≈ USD 30.8K |
| Geits (P7) | GBP 18,770≈ USD 25.1K |
| P5 to P6 | GBP 17,411≈ USD 23.3K |
| P3 to P4 | GBP 16,809≈ USD 22.5K |
| P1 to P2 | GBP 14,247≈ USD 19.1K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| 2nd to 7th year (Senior School) | GBP 22,990 (about USD 30.8K) |
| Geits (P7) | GBP 18,770 (about USD 25.1K) |
| P5 to P6 | GBP 17,411 (about USD 23.3K) |
| P3 to P4 | GBP 16,809 (about USD 22.5K) |
| P1 to P2 | GBP 14,247 (about USD 19.1K) |
Source: school website (edinburghacademy.org.uk) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Edinburgh Academy (this school) | GBP 14,247 (about USD 19.1K) | GBP 22,990 (about USD 30.8K) |
| St George's School for Girls | GBP 14,967 (about USD 20K) | GBP 24,540 (about USD 32.8K) |
| George Heriot's School | GBP 11,620 (about USD 15.6K) | GBP 20,911 (about USD 28K) |
| George Watson's College | GBP 12,570 (about USD 16.8K) | GBP 20,351 (about USD 27.2K) |
| Merchiston Castle School | GBP 11,925 (about USD 16K) | GBP 25,920 (about USD 34.7K) |
| Loretto School | GBP 12,200 (about USD 16.3K) | GBP 34,700 (about USD 46.4K) |
Source: school website (edinburghacademy.org.uk) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- GBP 100
- Enrolment fee
- GBP 350
- Bus
- GBP 2
- Lunch
- GBP 6
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Device policy
- Device provided by the school
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Gym
Sports
- Gym & sports hub
- Golf centre (Henry Marsh Golf Centre)
- Sporting fixtures
Arts
- Music tuition
- Art exhibitions
After-school activities
- After School Clubs
- Holiday Camps
- Wraparound Care
- Music tuition
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Source: Read from the school's website
Senior School: 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh EH3 5BL; Junior School & Nursery: 10 Arboretum Road, Edinburgh EH3 5PL
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St George's School for GirlsBritish · A Level
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Merchiston Castle SchoolBritish · A Level · IGCSE
GBP 11.9K–25.9K (about USD 16K–34.7K)
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GBP 12.6K–20.4K (about USD 16.8K–27.2K)
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