When was fettes college founded

In its early days, the majority of pupils were orphans or the sons of poor parents, and the concept of 'foundationers' continues to this day, although now forming a relatively small proportion of the student body. Completing an impressive vista along Fettes Avenue, Fettes College consists of a three storey block with tall central tower and smaller flanking towers.

A distinctive feature of the building is its steeply sloping lucarned roof, with soaring spires and turrets. There is a finite amount of funding available each year. Contact FAQs. Espana Russia Mandarin. Visit School Site. Fettes College Why Fettes? Our Ethos Our mission at Fettes is to develop broadly educated, confident and thoughtful individuals who are prepared for life after Fettes and all the opportunities and challenges it will bring.

Proudly Scottish Fettes College is situated in the heart of Edinburgh, one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world. Prev Next. View Larger Map. Life Boarding Houses are a vital part of boarding life, a caring community of students living together.

Sport Sport is an integral part of a healthy and active lifestyle, developing key life skills such as teamwork and communication. The Arts We allocate generous time to the arts because it encourages creativity and builds confidence helping our students to explore and understand the world around them, gain confidence and think creatively.

Co-Curricular We encourage all of our students to try new activities, push themselves and embrace all of the opportunities Fettes has on offer. A school tartan was designed in at the prompting of the Headmaster, Malcom Thyne. It is a fine balance between the traditional kilt colours of green, blue and black and the Fettes colours of chocolate and magenta, with white stripes to add brightness. The Fettes tartan is worn as a kilt by boys and as a kilt skirt by girls who do not have a family tartan.

Nevertheless, though inclined to be solitary by nature, he established some firm friendships among the traditionally famous athletic circles, at the school. By the time he left, at the early age of seventeen, he had twice fought for the school as a light-weight and had, in addition, founded the first serious judo class at a British public school.

While Fleming never claimed there was any other source for the name of Bond than James Bond , an American ornithologist, there was a real life James Bond who did attend Fettes.

He was a frogman with the Special Boat Service , much as the fictional character Bond has a naval background. The school had his "Who's Who" entry copied and framed over the Second Master's office door in one of its main corridors. This has since been removed.

Captain Britain "Oh, Tony's hilarious , isn't he? Everyone here just absolutely loved him. We've all been very excited about meeting you too, Captain. Did you know I used to have a poster of you on my wall when I was a pupil up at Fettes College in Edinburgh? After falling upon hard times, Brian's family had lost their place in society, leaving Brian a lonely yet gifted child who immerses himself in the study of Physics. A prodigious talent, Brian is selected to attend Fettes College where he excels in his studies.

Following the death of his parents Sir James and Lady Elizabeth in what seemed to be a laboratory accident, Brian accepts a fellowship at Darkmoor nuclear research centre. When the facility is attacked by the Reaver, Brian tries to find help by escaping on his motorcycle.

Although he crashes his bike in a nearly fatal accident, Merlyn and his daughter the Omniversal Guardian Roma appear to the badly injured Brian.

They give him the chance to be the superhero Captain Britain. We provide the opportunity and inspiration to be brave, bold and creative. We believe in the education of the whole person: we encourage pupils to take up a number of activities, join a wide range of clubs, attend stimulating talks and go on life-affirming trips.

Global Outlook We are proudly Scottish, celebrating all that Scotland has to offer, whilst also developing a confident, global outlook. If you would like to find out more about Fettes , just take a look at www.

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