Edinburgh’s Boroughmuir High School boasts an impressive list of celebrities among its former pupils – including rock stars, actors and politicians.
Among the many famous faces is Doctor Who actor Ncuti Gatwa, but there are plenty of others.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 celebrities who went to Boroughmuir High School – and let us know in the comments section if any of them attended the school at the same time as you or your children?

9. Neve McIntosh
Paisley-born actress Neve McIntosh grew up in Edinburgh, where she attended Boroughmuir High School. She had made several appearances in Doctor Who and has starred in Shetland, Ripper Street and Case Histories, among many other TV, film, and theatre roles. Photo: Third Party

10. Sarah Smith
Radio and television journalist with the BBC and the eldest daughter of John Smith, the former leader of the Labour Party. Sarah attended Boroughmuir High School and then graduated from the University of Glasgow with a Master of Arts degree. Photo: Third Party

11. Ronnie Browne
The folk music legend and founding member of The Corries was eductated at Boroughmuir High School. Photo: Third Party

12. Ncuti Gatwa
The Scottish-Rwandan actor, who has gone from starring in the hit Netflix series Sex Education to being the BBC’s latest Time Lord in Doctor Who, attended Boroughmuir High School in Edinburgh. Photo: Third Party


