Schools in Paisley
There are 25 schools in Paisley on the Scottish Government's official school contact details, including 20 primary and 4 secondary schools, under Renfrewshire local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 14 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Paisley (20)
- Brediland Primary SchoolPA2 9DJ
- Bushes Primary SchoolPA2 8DW
- Gallowhill Primary SchoolPA3 4SF
- Glencoats Primary SchoolPA3 1NS
- Heriot Primary SchoolPA2 0DS
- Langcraigs Primary SchoolPA2 8QE
- Lochfield Primary SchoolPA2 7RD
- Mossvale Primary SchoolPA3 2QB
- Ralston Primary SchoolPA1 3AT
- St Catherine's Primary SchoolPA3 4RG
- St Charles' Primary SchoolPA2 6RU
- St Fergus Primary SchoolPA3 1LA
- St James's Primary School (Paisley)PA3 2QB
- St John Ogilvie Primary SchoolPA1 1QR
- St Mary's Primary SchoolPA1 2RJ
- St Paul's Primary SchoolPA2 9FA
- St Peter's Primary SchoolPA2 8DZ
- Todholm Primary SchoolPA2 7JE
- West Primary SchoolPA1 2RL
- Williamsburgh Primary SchoolPA1 1QF
Secondary schools in Paisley (4)
- Castlehead High SchoolPA1 2HL
- Gleniffer High SchoolPA2 0AG
- Paisley Grammar SchoolPA1 3RP
- St Andrew's AcademyPA2 7LG
Other phases in Paisley (1)
- Mary Russell SchoolPA2 7BE
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Paisley?
The Scottish Government's official school contact details lists 25 open schools with a Paisley address (as of 14 June 2026), including 20 primary and 4 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Paisley guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Scottish Government's official school contact details, retrieved on 14 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Paisley?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.