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Looking for kid-friendly restaurants in Edinburgh? Discover the top 10+ places to eat with kids, offering delicious food, a relaxed atmosphere, and fun activities to keep the little ones entertained. From pizza to brunch spots, find your perfect family meal!

Discover Clifton Hall School's Nursery! Explore a nurturing environment for children aged 3-5 at our Stay & Play session. Explore our garden, playrooms, and Forest Kindergarten. Arrange a personalised visit today.

Join Cargilfield Nursery on Friday, January 30th and Friday, March 6th, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM for Play & Explore mornings! Discover our nurturing environment, meet our Early Years team, and see how we foster confidence and curiosity in children under 5. Book your spot today!

Families in North Edinburgh have received a welcome boost this January. A local swim school has announced a new initiative designed to get children into the pool, regardless of their financial background. SwimEasy, a well-known provider in the region, has launched a special bursary scheme for 2026. The magazine understands that there are currently just 9 spaces remaining  for eligible children. Removing the Financial Barrier  Learning to swim is a vital life skill, but for ma

Cargilfield School and Nursery Open Days • Open Morning: Friday, January 16th, 2026, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Experience a regular school morning with tours, meetings, and a look at lessons and activities. • Nursery Play & Explore Mornings: Friday, January 30th & Friday, March 6th, 2026, 9:30 am - 11:00 am. Relaxed sessions for prospective nursery parents to meet the team and explore the spaces. Both events require booking through a provided form.

Discover why adolescents thrive with "Research Through Experience." This innovative educational approach, rooted in neuroscience, transforms learning by connecting teens with meaningful work and challenges, leading to deeper understanding and engagement.

On Friday, 27 February 2026, Erskine Stewart Melville will host 'Tea, Talk & Tour,' an intimate event designed to provide families with a unique opportunity to experience the school and gain insights into its community. This event is specifically tailored for families seeking a relaxed environment to engage in conversations, ask questions, and discover what life is like at Erskine Stewart Melville. Attendees will be welcomed into the Principal's Study for refreshments and di

St George's Little Dragons Nursery offers a childcentered, play-based preschool experience in Edinburgh. The nursery provides flexible hours, specialist teaching, and focuses on each child's individual progress, preparing them for school in a supportive environment. The nursery also emphasises strong parent partnerships. Registration is now open for the P1 Play Assessment on January 9, 2026.

At St George’s, girls thrive in a nurturing, confidence-building environment that offers early leadership opportunities and strong support throughout every stage. The S1 entrance assessments are scheduled for Friday, 16 January, and Tuesday, 20 January 2026. For a clear, simple overview of what to expect, readers can take a look at the article linked here 👉 The article includes information on assessment formats, criteria beyond test results, the school's welcoming process

From art to music classes, these are the editors' picks of just some of the great, high-quality classes on offer in Edinburgh to enrich your child's experience and to embrace new activities in 2026. The list below is not exhaustive. We have limited ourselves to just a few establishments known for the quality of their coaching. Angela Watson School of Dance DANCE  Angela Watson School of Dance  (Est. 2002) runs Nursery Ballet classes for children aged 3+, and classes in Ballet

Winter in Edinburgh may be cold and wet but we all know how important it is for young children to spend time outdoors. Now all early years setting spend part of the day outside and forest nurseries spend a large part of the day is outside. Research tells us playing outside, even in the cold, offers children huge benefits, boosting their immune systems, improving physical skills (balance, strength, coordination) through varied terrain. It enhances cognitive growth via unique s

In November, the school shared a first look at the new Erskine Stewart Melville Uniform with families. These designs are the result of months of collaboration across their entire community, incorporating ideas and feedback from current and former students, parents, staff, and friends of the Schools. The result is a modern uniform that honours the shared heritage while reflecting the values of the School today. The new uniform will be phased in from August 2026, coinciding wit

How well do you know your Edinburgh independent schools? Here's a quick quiz for the festive season, with one question about 14 independent schools in Edinburgh and the Lothians. We start with some "give me" questions.... Tony Blair, the former British Prime Minister, is perhaps one of the most famous alumnus of which school located in Edinburgh? Which all-boys school is the only one of its kind in Edinburgh and Scotland? Which school moved in 1898 from Trinity in Edinburgh t

Join CeilidhKids for fun family dance sessions! Learn rhythm, movement, and social skills to music, all within a comfortable, supportive env

Clifton Hall School is thrilled to announce that one of its pupils, Alex, has been named the overall winner of a Christmas card design competition hosted by Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West. The competition was open to pupils throughout Scotland, and Alex's exceptional design earned her the top prize. Alex's winning artwork will be featured as Christine Jardine's official Christmas card, which will be distributed to local businesses, charities, MPs, a

Looking for gift ideas for nursery teachers? This guide offers thoughtful and practical gift suggestions, including handmade cards, crafts, writing supplies, personal care items, treats, and mini hampers. Find the perfect gift to show your appreciation!

Considering Merchiston Castle School's Junior years (The Forest)? Assessments for P1 (5yrs) to P5 (9yrs) entry in August 2026 take place in January 2026. Apply online and attend assessments on January 23rd or 24th.

Neil Tomlin OBE is appointed as the new Headmaster of Belhaven Hill School, starting August 2026. Learn about Neil's background, including his previous headship at Hall Grove, military career, and plans for Belhaven.

Clifton Hall School earns Gold in the Woodland Trust's Green Tree Schools Award! Celebrating student involvement in tree planting, woodland exploration, sustainability projects, and nature-inspired creativity. Proud of our pupils' commitment to outdoor learning across all year groups.

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