Specialist schools

Dance, music or football for talented pupils

We offer specialist schools for talented pupils. This allows pupils to receive specialist tuition alongside the normal curriculum.

Entry to these schools is by audition only. 

The City of Edinburgh Music School

Specialist music education is offered to primary and secondary pupils. We cater for all instruments and styles. 

Apply for specialist music school on the Edinburgh Music School website.

The City of Edinburgh Dance school

Dance education is offered to P6, P7 and S1 pupils.  Pupils will study various styles of dance, as well as dance history and appreciation.

Apply for specialist dance education on Broughton High's website. 

Scottish FA Performance School

Football tuition is offered to P7 pupils, boys and girls, and runs from S1 to S4.

Apply for specialist football education on Broughton High's website.

Heart of Midlothian Football Performance School

Players are selected by Heart of Midlothian Football Club for this programme.

Email Balerno Community High School for more information.