The School has independent status, which allows us freedom to teach in a way that we believe is beneficial for our students. The courses are not modular; instead they are structured around set projects and personal work. In addition we are able to have a high staff/student ratio, enabling us to really engage with our students and offer an art education that emphasises the whole person in curriculum and pastoral care. The School is in Leith, on the north side of Edinburgh located in two campuses. Our North Junction Street campus is housed in a Norwegian Seaman’s Church, the building has a distinctive feel that sustains a balance between its history and the transformation required to adapt the spaces for their current use as multi-purpose studios. The building has some areas flooded with light while others are more atmospheric. It is a special environment, which lends itself ideally to the creative process. Our St James campus is in St James Church off Leith Links, it is a lovely 1930s church hall with two spacious studio spaces and an outdoor area. Further information about visiting the School, can be found here.