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Stepping Stones Swimming
With You Every Step of the Way: Stepping Stones Swimming provides a safe, encouraging environment where children develop skills to become confident, lifelong swimmers.
350 Young Runners Brave the Elements for Belhaven Cross-Country
Running Should Be a ‘Lifelong Companion’ in Education, Nurturing Teamwork and Resilience Belhaven Hill School in East Lothian has recently welcomed runners back for the 40 th annual Belhaven Cross-Country Championships. Sponsored by East Lothian investment managers McInroy & Wood, this is the biggest cross-country competition in the annual junior and prep schools’ calendar. The event is organised and hosted by Belhaven Hill School, the boarding and day school for 4 to
5 Tips for helping your child settle into nursery
Image: Casa Montessori Nursery When your first child starts at nursery, whether they are 6 months or 3 years old, it is an important milestone for your family. With over fifteen years’ experience working in nurseries, as well as sending my own daughter to nursery, I’ve gathered tips to support you and your child to have a positive start. Be prepared yourself – Know what’s required of you, both in terms of drop-off/pick-up procedures and equipment required. Your child will a
Stepping Stones Swimming
With You Every Step of the Way: Stepping Stones Swimming provides a safe, encouraging environment where children develop skills to become confident, lifelong swimmers.
9 hours ago
350 Young Runners Brave the Elements for Belhaven Cross-Country
Running Should Be a ‘Lifelong Companion’ in Education, Nurturing Teamwork and Resilience Belhaven Hill School in East Lothian has recently welcomed runners back for the 40 th annual Belhaven Cross-Country Championships. Sponsored by East Lothian investment managers McInroy & Wood, this is the biggest cross-country competition in the annual junior and prep schools’ calendar. The event is organised and hosted by Belhaven Hill School, the boarding and day school for 4 to
10 hours ago
5 Tips for helping your child settle into nursery
Image: Casa Montessori Nursery When your first child starts at nursery, whether they are 6 months or 3 years old, it is an important milestone for your family. With over fifteen years’ experience working in nurseries, as well as sending my own daughter to nursery, I’ve gathered tips to support you and your child to have a positive start. Be prepared yourself – Know what’s required of you, both in terms of drop-off/pick-up procedures and equipment required. Your child will a
2 days ago
Playdate at George Watson's College
George Watson's College Junior School is hosting a Playdate for families considering Preschool to P3 on: Saturday, 9 May 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The morning offers discovery activities for children, with opportunities for parents to meet teachers and the leadership team, and to tour the Preschool and Lower Primary to learn what makes the school truly special. Personal tours are also available to see the school, hear from pupils, and meet our leadership team if you
6 days ago
Chorister pre-audition afternoon - Friday 1 May
St Mary’s Music School offers a relaxed Pre-Audition Afternoon for P3–P5 pupils to explore chorister life, blending outstanding musical training, strong academics, and a centuries-old choral tradition.
6 days ago
Clifton Hall Open Events
🌲 Forest Friday Open Day – Friday 17th April Clifton Hall School invites families with children in Nursery to Primary 2 to its Forest Friday Open Day. Set within the school's private woodland, the immersive open morning and afternoon will offer children the chance to explore, play and create in nature. Families will participate in a range of age-appropriate woodland-themed arts, crafts and games, designed to encourage curiosity, confidence and a love of outdoor learning. Act
Mar 15
3 Easter Holiday Clubs for Preschoolers in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Easter holiday clubs for under-5s are limited but high quality. Options include Steiner School Easter Camp, Cargilfield, and Willow Den (ages 3–6, with some 5–12 camps). Flexible days and times.
Mar 11
Loretto School offers a tailored approach to school open days
Leading independent Scottish school, Loretto , is holding a Senior School Open Day with a twist on Saturday 7 th March. The Edinburgh-based boarding and day school is offering families the opportunity to individualise their school visit, with custom tours tailored to the prospective pupil’s personal interests and ambitions. Attendees can share their areas of interest and pre-select their chosen subjects to design an open morning entirely catered to their needs, with teac
Mar 5
Diving Deeper: Why the Philosophy Behind Swim Lessons Matters
Author: Swim Easy We all know the drill when it's time for swimming lessons: the damp towels, the goggles that never quite fit, and the hopeful wait by the poolside. But have you ever stopped to wonder what actually makes a "good" lesson? I recently caught up with the team at SwimEasy , and what I discovered was a refreshing shift in how we should be looking at our children’s time in the water. It turns out that teaching a child to swim isn't just about the physical stroke; i
Mar 5
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