We speak to Barry Welsh, Rector at The Edinburgh Academy Senior School, to find out what is his vision for the school and its strengths.
Do you have children?
Yes, two boys, aged 11 and 15
How long have you been at the school?
5 ½ Years
How many years have you held a head teachers post?
5 years
What are the particular strengths of your school?
We make an incredible effort to identify and support the individual and we try to modify and personalise the educational experience to get the most of our students. We are proud of our connected and safe learning environment, which is filled with encouragement and support.
What is your vision for this school?
We want to create the right environment for our young people to grow into amazing adults – full of passion, measured confidence, and a willingness to try new things. We want to equip our students with a moral compass, so they know how to contribute to society and care for others.
How do you equip a child for life in the 21st century?
We need our young people to be adaptable, creative, confident, open to change, and willing to try new things. The world is not going to wait for them – they need to be ready and willing to make things happen.
Find out more about The Edinburgh Academy School here.
The Edinburgh Academy
Senior School
42 Henderson Row,
Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
0131 556 4603
11-18 years
Day School: Co-educational senior school