Fettes College is named for Sir William Fettes, twice Lord Provost of Edinburgh and among the most highly respected citizens of his generation. Having lost his only son and heir in 1815, he decided to devote his wealth to “the maintenance, education and outfit of young people.” Sir William’s passionate concern for the care, welfare and education of young people has been at the heart of the ethos of the College throughout its history and remains our guiding principle today and for the future.

The size of the original bequest enabled the internationally renowned architect David Bryce to produce a magnificent design for Fettes College and he created what experts agree is undeniably one of Scotland’s greatest buildings.

Our VISION

To be China’s leading example of the best of Chinese and Western education, drawing on 150 years of boarding education excellence at Fettes College in Edinburgh, UK.

Our Mission and Goal

Our aim is to produce broadly educated young men and women with the abilities and self-confidence to make a significant contribution to the global society.

Our specially designed curriculum is a unique blend of the Chinese National Curriculum and international educational programme, together with the Fettes traditional curriculum, leading to leaving qualifications in A-Levels or the IB, and providing the opportunities to access to world-class universities.