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Headteacher Post

I am writing to introduce myself as the new Headteacher of Forrester High School and to thank those parents and carers I have already met for the warm welcome I received.  I am delighted and extremely privileged to be here. I look forward to getting to know everyone much better and to working with you […]

JET Celebration

Our lovely JET students had their end of placement excursion today to the Edinburgh Dungeons, and they survived!

Interested in a Career in Medicine?

In collaboration with a group of medical students and doctors, Science Insights are running an event on Monday 8th May called “You Can Be a Doctor!” This is for S2/S3 pupils and their parents who are thinking about pursuing a career in medicine. They will hear from a practicing doctor, current medical students and a […]

Career Ready Graduations

Over the last 2 years 4 of our S6 pupils have successfully completed the Career Ready Programme. They have taken part in masterclasses and workplace visits as well as developing working relationships with a mentor in the world of work. The pupils also took part in a 4 week paid internship in the summer of […]

Dress Code Update April 2017

The school will continue with the same dress code policy moving into the new academic year 17 – 18. For Juniors S1-3: All pupils should wear a Black or White Forrester HS polo top or a White shirt and relevant house tie. Black trousers/Skirt and black footwear. A black FHS jumper / sweatshirt or plain […]

Skillforce Tea Party

Well done to our S5 students who work each week throughout the year with the Skillforce group. They hosted a staffroom tea party last week in aid of help the heroes and this week they have a dress down day on Friday for end of term. We’ll get a combined total of the money raised […]

Forthcoming SQA Exams

Please note that during Tutor Time today, all S4-6 students were issued with a letter to take home regarding their exam leave entitlement as well as an initial draft of their SQA exam timetable.

Edinburgh Guarantee Opportunities Bulletin

Please click on the link below to access the latest career opportunities for our young people in Edinburgh. You can keep up to date with all the latest information regarding career opportunities in our Pupil Support Leaders section of the Web Site. Edinburgh Guarantee Opportunities Bulletin

Year of Young People 2018 Ambassadors

Young Scot is looking for Year of Young People 2018 Ambassadors and a great opportunity for young people to get involved in the YoYP2018. Looking for people aged 8-26 for all over Scotland to become YoYP Ambassadors. You will be part of a Scotland wide team celebrating the achievements of young people and their valuable […]

City of Edinburgh Schools Sports Academy

Please click on the links below to find out more information regarding the City of Edinburgh Schools Sports Academy. Sport Acad-Brochure 2017 SportsAcademy 2017-Application Form