George Watson's College Reviews & FAQs
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Reviews of George Watson's College
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Frequently asked questions about George Watson's College
Where is George Watson's College?
George Watson's College is in Edinburgh, Scotland. The school's address is: Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5EG.
Is George Watson's College for boys or girls?
George Watson's College is a Coed school.
What type of school is George Watson's College?
George Watson's College is a Pre-Prep, Prep & Senior school offering Day places for approximately 1000 pupils.
What age do girls join George Watson's College?
Girls can join the school from through until 18 years.
What age do girls join George Watson's College?
Girls can join the school from 3 through until 18 years.
What age do girls join George Watson's College
George Watson's College is for boys only.
What age do boys join George Watson's College?
Boys can join the school from through until 18 years.
What age do boys join George Watson's College?
Boys can join the school from 3 through until 18 years.
What age do boys join George Watson's College
George Watson's College is for girls only.
Who is the of George Watson's College?
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When was George Watson's College inspected?
George Watson's College is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) on behalf of the Department for Education. Routine inspections take place once every three years. Read the inspection reports for George Watson's College
Which schools are the main destinations for George Watson's College leavers?
Pupils from George Watson's College go on to a number of senior schools including:
Who are the main feeder schools for George Watson's College?
'Feeder' schools for George Watson's College include:
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