Teachers seeing double as three sets of twins start at same Edinburgh primary school
Thousands of pupils start new term as three sets of twins join same Edinburgh school
Teachers at an Edinburgh primary school will be seeing double as three sets of twins begin their education together.
Sciennes Primary School is welcoming the highest number of twins starting primary one at any school in the city this year.
The six siblings were among more than 4,000 children taking their first steps into education across Edinburgh on Wednesday, as the new school term got underway.
A total of 187 primary one classes are starting across the Capital’s 91 primary schools, with thousands of families getting back into the school routine following the summer holidays.
The city is also welcoming 4,335 youngsters starting their first year at high school.
Councillor James Dalgleish, Convenor for Education, Children and Families, said: “Having three set of twins in one primary one intake is rare, but it is lovely the children will be supported by their sibling throughout their school journey.”
For pupils starting their education at Sciennes Primary, there will be some familiar faces in the classroom as they navigate their first day of school together.
Councillor James Dalgleish, said the start of the new school year was a “huge milestone” for children and young people across the city.
He praised the teachers and support staff working across Edinburgh schools, saying they prioritize pupils needs and aim to make school an “enriching, formative and memorable experience.”
He added: “There is much to celebrate as we look ahead to the new school year.
“As families and school staff get back into the familiar school routine, I hope that young people, parents and carers, teachers, and the other dedicated staff who work in our schools do so well rested and eager for what’s to come this year.
“I wish everyone a fantastic start to the new term.”