It serves as the main secondary school for Musselburgh and the surrounding areas of Wallyford and Whitecraig.

The report referred to having witnessed a battle between rival gangs in the school entrance area and that a third of pupils surveyed feared for their own safety.

It also mentioned general weaknesses in safety, security, care and welfare, although the staff were praised for their efforts in the face of serious challenges.

A follow-up inspection in 2000 reported that the school and East Lothian Council had "responded promptly" and made "very good progress" in tackling the problems identified.

[6] The 2014 HMIE report expressed concern at the level of attainment of pupils, but in 2015, inspectors noted that the school had made improvements in this area and elsewhere.