George Watson's College
- British
Per yearabout USD 16.8K–27.2K
GBP 12.6K–20.4K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Co-educational day school in Edinburgh, Scotland, for pupils aged 3 to 18, from Preschool to Senior 6, on a 52-acre campus. Pupils study for National 5, Highers and Advanced Highers. The school states a minimal annual fee increase (no more than 3%) through summer 2029, and supports over 200 current pupils through Financial Assistance.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
British
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
2,477
Type
Local school, international programme
Fee level
- Grades
- Preschool – Senior 6
- Founded
- 1723
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- Financial aid
- Yes
- Device policy
- Device provided by the school
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 |
|---|---|
| Preschool | GBP 12,570≈ USD 16.8K |
| Primary 1 | GBP 13,120≈ USD 17.6K |
| Primary 2 | GBP 13,120≈ USD 17.6K |
| Primary 3 | GBP 15,814≈ USD 21.2K |
| Primary 4 | GBP 15,814≈ USD 21.2K |
| Primary 5 | GBP 15,814≈ USD 21.2K |
| Primary 6 | GBP 15,975≈ USD 21.4K |
| Primary 7 | GBP 15,975≈ USD 21.4K |
| Senior School | GBP 20,351≈ USD 27.2K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Preschool | GBP 12,570 (about USD 16.8K) |
| Primary 1 | GBP 13,120 (about USD 17.6K) |
| Primary 2 | GBP 13,120 (about USD 17.6K) |
| Primary 3 | GBP 15,814 (about USD 21.2K) |
| Primary 4 | GBP 15,814 (about USD 21.2K) |
| Primary 5 | GBP 15,814 (about USD 21.2K) |
| Primary 6 | GBP 15,975 (about USD 21.4K) |
| Primary 7 | GBP 15,975 (about USD 21.4K) |
| Senior School | GBP 20,351 (about USD 27.2K) |
Source: school website (gwc.org.uk) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| George Watson's College (this school) | GBP 12,570 (about USD 16.8K) | GBP 20,351 (about USD 27.2K) |
| The Edinburgh Academy | 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) |
| 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 (gwc.org.uk) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
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)
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
- Performing arts
- Sport
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Sports facilities
- Music school
- Art studio
- Drama studio
- Technology building
After-school activities
- Wraparound care
- Holiday activities
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