Schools in Edinburgh: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
0 registered schools in Edinburgh, Scotland. 0% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
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Best primary schools in Edinburgh
0 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 0.
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Best secondary schools in Edinburgh
0 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 0.
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Check schools near a specific Edinburgh address
Ofsted ratings tell you which schools are strong, but admission depends on distance. A PostcodeCheck area report lists every school near your exact postcode with its rating, type, and distance, plus crime, flood, broadband, and house-price data.
Schools in Edinburgh: FAQ
How many schools are there in Edinburgh?
There are 0 registered schools in Edinburgh on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data — 0 primary, 0 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 0% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in Edinburgh?
0 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Edinburgh, and 0 more are rated Good. Outstanding schools are often oversubscribed, so proximity (your postcode's distance to the school) usually determines whether you can get a place.
How do I check school catchment for a Edinburgh postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any Edinburgh postcode into PostcodeCheck and the area report lists every school near that postcode, its Ofsted rating, type, and distance — the data admissions teams use to decide places.
Does living near a good school in Edinburgh affect house prices?
Yes. Homes inside the effective catchment of an Outstanding or Good school typically command a 5-15% premium. The effect is strongest for primary schools, where catchment areas are smaller and admissions are tightly distance-based.