Victoria Primary School

Welcome to Victoria Primary School, we are delighted to be sharing this information about our school with you. This website aims to offer an overview of the school and the education your child will receive with us.

Victoria Primary is a City of Edinburgh Council co-educational non-denominational school located in Newhaven educating children from Nursery to Primary 7. Founded in 1844, Victoria Primary promotes high standards of achievement for all learners in all aspects of school life. We recognize that children learn best when they feel secure and seen and that they engage most deeply when their senses are awakened.

Victoria Primary has served the village of Newhaven since 1844. In January 2022 we moved into our new school on Windrush Drive and we are all enjoying the light and airy learning spaces. We are still very proud of our history and heritage and look forward to referencing and celebrating this in our new building.

The school is non-denominational and co-educational, catering to a seven-year age range. We also have a nursery for 3-4 years olds and eligible 2s. Currently, we have almost 280 children on our roll. Classes are arranged by age. At present, there are 12 classes, one of which is composite.

We focus on developing the whole child including social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills, all while helping build a love of learning.

We are proud of our new school with the best facilities and resources combined with expert teaching staff to provide an exceptional learning experience to your child.

The school has a purpose-built Nursery which offers full and half-day places for children aged 3 and over and eligible 2 years old. Currently, we have around 280 children on our roll. Classes are arranged by age. At present, there are 12 classes, one of which is composite.

Our school follows the Curriculum for Excellence, Curriculum for Excellence places learners at the heart of education. At its centre are four fundamental capacities. These capacities reflect and recognise the lifelong nature of education and learning. The four capacities are aimed at helping children and young people to become:

• Successful learners
• Confident individuals
• Responsible citizens
• Effective contributors