What are the best primary schools in Glasgow?
Michael King
Updated on April 01, 2026
What are the best primary schools in Glasgow?
The 20 best schools in Glasgow
- Broomhill Primary School – 380.
- Garrowhill Primary School – 380.
- Hyndland Primary School – 380.
- Mount Vernon Primary School – 380.
- Our Lady of Peace Primary School- 370.
- Our Lady Of The Annunciation Primary School – 370.
- St Denis’ Primary School – 370.
- Dunard Primary School & Nursery Class – 360.
What are the best schools in Glasgow?
The top 10 state secondary schools in Scotland – based on results from 2019 and 2018
| National rank | School name | Town |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jordanhill School | Glasgow |
| 2= | St Ninian’s High School, Giffnock | Giffnock |
| 2= | Boroughmuir High School | Edinburgh |
| 4 | Mearns Castle High School | Glasgow |
Is school free in Glasgow?
There are only four International Baccalaureate schools in Scotland, none of which are in Glasgow. While public schools are free, private schools (known as independent schools) have fees.
What is the biggest primary school in Glasgow?
Hillhead Primary
Hillhead Primary is now the largest primary school in Glasgow and is a vibrant, successful and happy multicultural school where we have high expectations and high standards for our pupils and ourselves.
How many primary schools are in Glasgow?
41,725 primary school pupils
In 2019 there were nearly 70,000 children attending Glasgow City Council schools: 41,725 primary school pupils, 26,839 secondary school pupils and 1,266 pupils were enrolled at schools providing additional support for learning.
What is the biggest school in Glasgow?
(“By this conquer!”) Holyrood Secondary School is a Roman Catholic secondary school in the south-side of Glasgow, Scotland. It is near Crosshill railway station, Hampden Park, A728 and the new M74 motorway. It is the biggest secondary school in Scotland, with over 2,000 pupils and 150 teaching staff.
What is the best primary school in Scotland?
TOP 50 PRIMARY SCHOOLS
- St Bridget’s PS, NA 380 93%
- St Paul’s R C PS, FI 380 63%
- St John The Baptist PS, WL 380 60%
- Bankhead PS, SL 380 52%
- Newington School, D&G 380 52%
- Whitelees PS, NL 380 52%
- Greengairs PS, NL 380 50%
- Dykesmains PS, NA 380 45%
What age is P4 in Scotland?
Stages of compulsory education
| Scotland | Age at start of school year | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| P3 | 6-7 | Year 3 |
| P4 | 7-8 | Year 4 |
| P5 | 8-9 | Year 5 |
| P6 | 9-10 | Year 6 |
What is S6 in Scotland?
Sixth Year (S6) Ages 16–17 or 17–18. Advanced Highers. Note: Some ages vary because of the child’s birth year. In Scotland, students transfer from primary to secondary education at 11 or 12 years old.
What are the top secondary schools in Scotland?
The top independent secondary schools in Scotland (Higher/Advanced Higher/National 5)
- George Heriot’s School, Edinburgh.
- Hutchesons’ Grammar School, Glasgow.
- The High School of Glasgow.
- The Glasgow Academy, Glasgow.
- St Mary’s Music School, Edinburgh.
- St Margaret’s School for Girls, Aberdeen.
How many primary schools are there in Glasgow?
What age is P1 to P3 Scotland?
Stages of compulsory education
| Scotland | Age at start of school year | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | 3-4 | Nursery |
| P1 (P = Primary) | 4-5 | P1 |
| P2 | 5-6 | P2 |
| P3 | 6-7 | P3 |
