Craiglockhart Primary School, Primary school in Shandon, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Craiglockhart Primary School is a primary school located in the Shandon neighborhood, housed in a Victorian-era building with sandstone walls and large windows. The structure stands on Ashley Terrace and features the architectural style typical of schools built during that period.
The school building was constructed in 1901 and received category B listed status from Historic Scotland in 1993. This recognition reflects the importance of the Victorian structure to Edinburgh's built heritage.
The school serves the Shandon community and remains central to local family life in this Edinburgh neighborhood. It reflects the values of the area by providing educational opportunities for children from diverse backgrounds.
The site is best viewed during daytime when the school building is in active use and architectural details are visible from outside. Visitors should be respectful of ongoing school operations and may wish to contact the school before visiting.
The building was designed by architects Robert Wilson and John Alexander Carfrae, who were known for designing school buildings across Edinburgh. The two shaped multiple educational structures in the city, influencing the local school architecture of the Edwardian era.
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