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A Fettes education matters
Our students Aim high and Give back and they do this through curiosity, creativity and kindness.
Following the GCSE curriculum, and dual pathway of A Level and International Baccalaureate (IB) in the Sixth Form, we maximise academic excellence by offering each of our students the opportunity to make the most of their talents and gain a wealth of new experiences in a happy, encouraging environment where innovation and creativity are key.
- Consistently excellent GCSE, A Level and IB results
- Co-educational boarding and day school
- Full boarding ethos
- Sector leading pastoral care
- Wide range of sporting and co-curricular opportunities
- Easy access to Edinburgh Airport - close to heart of Edinburgh
- Where Scottish heritage meets global excellence
"Fettes played an important role in shaping who I am, but I also recognise that my personal growth over the past five years was driven by my own efforts. This is what I valued most about Fettes; its ability to allow me to take control of my own development whilst offering a supportive environment that gently guided my decisions. As I prepare for university, I’m both conscious and indeed a bit apprehensive that I may never again be in a place that cares so deeply about who I am and what I do, but very lucky to have experienced it.”Clemmie B 2024 Leaver
Fettes College is set in an extensive and secure 100-acre woodland campus, close to the heart of the international and cultural city of Edinburgh. Fettes is recognised as one of the UK's pre-eminent co-educational boarding schools. For children ages 7-18 years and from September 2025 this will extend to children ages 5-18 years.
By the Numbers
72%
Full Boarders
22%
Students live outside the UK from over 30 countries
25+
Students represented Scotland in their sport
82%
Secured a place at their 1st choice university
55%
Gained A* - A at A Level or 7/6 at IB
72%
of GCSE grades were 9- 7
We believe that when you visit Fettes you should be able to feel the distinctive ethos and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you.