St. George's, founded in 1888, has a long tradition of academic excellence. Over 95% of its leavers go on to take degree courses, either in Scotland or England. Sixth Formers have the opportunity of both Higher Grades and Advanced Levels courses, and there is a detailed programme preparing them for the worlds of universities and work.
The School, built in 1911 close to the centre of Edinburgh, is surrounded by playing fields.
The Primary School, Art Building and Centenary Sports Hall have been subsequently erected in the grounds. The Robertson Music Centre was completed and opened in September 1990, and in 1994 one flood-lit synthetic pitch was finished. Junior and Senior Boarding Houses are adjacent to the Campus. Girls visit places of historical and architectural interest in the city, the Zoological and Botanical Gardens, the Art Galleries, theatres, lectures and concerts. Boarders use the local Dry Ski Slope, Ice Rink and Curling Rink. Girls work hard in a disciplined, well mannered environment. Uniform is worn by all except the Sixth Form. All girls are encouraged to accept responsibility and to gain confidence by participating in extra curricular activities such as Games, Drama, Music and in clubs including Law, Photography, Debating and Art. The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is well established in the school, with large numbers gaining Gold each year. Girls are involved in raising money for charities, and the Sixth Form run annual Young Enterprise business as well as following a work experience programme.
There is a full calendar of sporting fixtures for Hockey and Lacrosse in the winter and Tennis and Athletics in the summer. Girls regularly hold places in District and National teams.
St. George's is a lively caring community where girls can develop their full potential and be prepared for the wider world and adult life.
