This home is a former primary school built in the 1830s, which had lain empty since 1983, but has recently undergone a full conversion and restoration, including the addition of a contemporary extension.placeholder image
This home is a former primary school built in the 1830s, which had lain empty since 1983, but has recently undergone a full conversion and restoration, including the addition of a contemporary extension. | Gilson Gray

Look inside the five best former schools converted into homes in Scotland

By Kirsty McLuckie
Published 19th Jul 2024, 16:25 BST
Updated 19th Jul 2024, 16:29 BST

School’s out for summer, so we go on a holiday hunt for best-in-class former schoolhouse residential conversions.

With large windows, spacious classrooms and prime central locations, former schools can make beautiful residential properties, with a little imagination. Here are five examples, some complete, some in the process of conversion and one which is a bargain for anyone looking for a project.

The master bedroom has an en-suite, as does a guest bedroom, and there are a further three bedrooms, and a family bathroom.

5. The Old School, Ardler, Perth and Kinross. Offers over £485,000

The master bedroom has an en-suite, as does a guest bedroom, and there are a further three bedrooms, and a family bathroom. | Gilson Gray

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The mezzanine sitting room overlooks the living space below.

6. The Old School, Ardler, Perth and Kinross. Offers over £485,000

The mezzanine sitting room overlooks the living space below. | Gilson Gray

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Outside are landscaped garden grounds with decking, a gated driveway, parking, plus a detached garage. The house looks onto the village kirk and enjoys spectacular south-facing countryside views. Contact ​Gilson Gray

7. The Old School, Ardler, Perth and Kinross. Offers over £485,000

Outside are landscaped garden grounds with decking, a gated driveway, parking, plus a detached garage. The house looks onto the village kirk and enjoys spectacular south-facing countryside views. Contact ​Gilson Gray | Gilson Gray

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This is a quirky and colourful home, which has been created from a 19th Century school building.

8. Old Lennie School House, Cammo, Edinburgh. Offers over £595,000

This is a quirky and colourful home, which has been created from a 19th Century school building. | Ellisons

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