Edinburgh primary school crowned 'Primary School of the Year' in UK-wide awards
The school was the only Scottish winner at the London ceremony
A Morningside primary school has been crowned ‘Primary School of the Year’ at a prestigious UK awards ceremony in London.
The TES Schools Awards are held every year to recognise outstanding schools and teachers across the UK, with winners across 23 categories selected by a panel of education experts.
South Morningside Primary School, which has over 500 pupils, was the only Scottish entry recognised.
Judges commended the school’s child-led and creative approach to learning, with the school offering outdoor learning to every pupil, a range of sports programmes, interventions and extra-curricular activities.
Headteacher at the school, Grant Gillies, said: “We are so proud of this achievement which represents the collective drive and hard work of our children, staff, parents and the wider community.
“This award represents all the amazing community partners we have - I would like to thank staff and families for their unending support and commitment to our school.”
Councillor James Dalgleish, Education, Children and Families Convenor said: “It is fantastic to see South Morningside Primary School recognised at a national level as primary school of the year. It is an incredible achievement which acknowledges the hard work of Mr Gillies and his team.
“Across all our schools, we want to make sure that every child has the opportunity to get the most of school through an engaging and varied school day – it is brilliant to see South Morningside celebrated as a great example of this.”
Rod Williams, CEO of TES, said: “The Tes Schools Awards recognise the schools and teachers whose work is changing lives every day. This year’s winners represent the very best of UK education.
“They are raising standards, supporting their communities and finding new ways to help every pupil succeed. With a record number of entries this year, the quality of submissions was exceptional.
“Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and finalists for the extraordinary contribution they make to education.”