Basil Paterson Middle School

Edinburgh · Independent school

Basil Paterson Middle School holds a UK Student sponsor licence and is licensed to sponsor students on the following route:

Child StudentStudent Sponsor

Verify Basil Paterson Middle School on the official Home Office register ↗ · Register data as of 2026-08-18.

What does this mean if you're applying to study?

A Student sponsor licence means Basil Paterson Middle School can issue a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) — a prerequisite for a UK Student visa. It does not mean you have been offered a place: you still need an unconditional offer for an eligible course, must meet the English-language and financial requirements, and the institution issues the CAS at its discretion. This institution is also licensed for the Child Student route (ages 4–17).

See the UK Student visa guide for the current eligibility, English-language, and maintenance requirements.