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George Heriot's Senior School in Action
13 November 2026 | 1.45pm – 3pm George Heriot’s School welcomes families who are looking for a place in Senior School. Come see lessons in action, meet Senior School Leadership staff, explore the sports facilities, talk to the specialist teachers behind our sector-leading Education Scotland Inspection result, and more. This is an excellent opportunity for families who have not visited Heriot's before. Come and see lessons in action, meet with Senior School Leadership staff, e
Festive Events & Winter Highlights For Under Fives
Parents with young ones in Edinburgh can look forward to several festive and toddler-friendly events this November. Santa’s Stories Dates: November 20 – December 24, 2026 Venue: West Princes Street Gardens Details: A cosy, 20-minute interactive storytelling session inside Santa's decorated cabin where little ones can hear a festive tale and meet Santa and his elves. Relaxed and accessible sessions are available. Cost: Tickets start from £14.30 (with 20% discounts available f
Broughton High Music School Open Day
The Music School Open Day will be on Saturday 7th November 2026 from 11 am to 2 pm at Broughton High School. Students and staff from Primary Music School (Flora Stevens) will also be there. It will be as relaxed and informal as possible. Sample lessons will take place, with student performances and plenty of students, staff, and parents around to chat to. Everyone is very welcome to join us. Find out more about the school here: The City of Edinburgh Music School is open to al
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George Heriot's Senior School in Action
13 November 2026 | 1.45pm – 3pm George Heriot’s School welcomes families who are looking for a place in Senior School. Come see lessons in action, meet Senior School Leadership staff, explore the sports facilities, talk to the specialist teachers behind our sector-leading Education Scotland Inspection result, and more. This is an excellent opportunity for families who have not visited Heriot's before. Come and see lessons in action, meet with Senior School Leadership staff, e
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Festive Events & Winter Highlights For Under Fives
Parents with young ones in Edinburgh can look forward to several festive and toddler-friendly events this November. Santa’s Stories Dates: November 20 – December 24, 2026 Venue: West Princes Street Gardens Details: A cosy, 20-minute interactive storytelling session inside Santa's decorated cabin where little ones can hear a festive tale and meet Santa and his elves. Relaxed and accessible sessions are available. Cost: Tickets start from £14.30 (with 20% discounts available f
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Broughton High Music School Open Day
The Music School Open Day will be on Saturday 7th November 2026 from 11 am to 2 pm at Broughton High School. Students and staff from Primary Music School (Flora Stevens) will also be there. It will be as relaxed and informal as possible. Sample lessons will take place, with student performances and plenty of students, staff, and parents around to chat to. Everyone is very welcome to join us. Find out more about the school here: The City of Edinburgh Music School is open to al
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Who Are The Heads of Edinburgh and Lothians Top Independent Schools?
Find information on primary and secondary schools in and around Edinburgh. Details include Headteachers, Principals, Rectors, and Heads of School, appointment dates, educational backgrounds, and previous experience.
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Key Dates for Edinburgh Primary School's 2026 Open Day and Registration Deadlines.
City of Edinburgh Council primary school open days for children starting Primary 1 (P1) in August 2027 (born between 1 March 2022 and 28 February 2023) take place on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Open Day Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Who it is for: All parents, carers and children who are exploring catchment options (non-denominational, Roman Catholic, or Gaelic primary at Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce) for P1 entry in August 2027. Where to visit: You should visit your designa
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Is my Edinburgh catchment school a 'good' school?
What makes a good school? Deciding what makes a ‘good’ school for your child, or more generally, whether your local Edinburgh catchment school is a ‘good’ school - isn’t straightforward. If you know the criteria, calling the school office and asking direct questions is often the quickest way to gather facts. Beyond meeting your child’s needs, what other indicators show a school is well run? Key indicators of a good school Strong leadership, with an ethos that promotes a posit
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To defer or not to defer?
8 Key Considerations In Scotland, the traditional age for a child to start school is between 4.5 and 5.5 years old. However, if your child will not be five on their first day of school, you have the right to defer them. In this case, you will receive an additional year of nursery funding from the Scottish Government. While deferral is more common for Winter-born children, Autumn deferrals are on the rise. Here’s what we would do if unsure about deferral: 1) Seek advice from p
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Edinburgh School Holiday Dates
Find the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 school term and holiday dates for Edinburgh local authority schools. Includes term dates, mid-term breaks, Christmas, Easter, and summer holidays. Please note that some schools may have different dates, so always check the school's website for confirmation.
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10 Reasons to Visit Discovery Point & RRS Discovery, Dundee
© John Pow Photography for Dundee Heritage Trust Ideal age: 5+ Location: Riverside Drive, Dundee (By Dundee railway station) When: 9am-5pm, 7 days Top tip: Convert your tickets to an annual pass! Parent Review: What luck to find a central railway station/carpark and numerous attractions (2 old ships, Dundee Science Centre, The Mcmanus, V&A, Dundee Museum of Transport & more) all within easy walking distance. Discovery Point sits a stone’s throw from V&A Dundee, which, for
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