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Lanark Grammar School The Lanark Grammar School is probably the oldest school in Scotland. The Lannark Grammar School was established in 1118. As the name suggests, Lannark Grammar School is located in the Lanark area, in Clydesdale. The school dra… more »

Aberdeen Grammar School is one of the oldest Grammar Schools in the United Kingdom. The exact foundation date of the Aberdeen Grammar School is unknown, although the school's own research places it in 1257. This date places the school as the oldest r… more »

The Education Act of 1496 made schooling compulsory in Scotland. The education Act of 1496 was established and passed by the Scottish parliament of the time, under the monarchy of James IV. Often it is actually listed or referred to as the Education A… more »

Meal Monday was a holiday unique to Scottish universities. Meal Monday was a tradition observed the four ancient universities of Scotland (University of St. Andrews, University of Glasgow, University of Aberdeen and the University of Edinburgh). As u… more »

Many Scottish clansmen were born and educated outside of Scotland. Most of these would never have had the chance to experience the Scottish education system and in theme with the topic, knowledge is power. So this article is a quick overview of the Scott… more »