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Clifton Hall Nursery
lifton Hall Nursery School offers a stimulating early learning environment for 3-5 year olds. Enjoy extensive outdoor play, Forest Kinderga
Feb 18, 20252 min read


Top Independent Schools in Edinburgh & The Lothians
Here's a quick A–Z listing of the top independent schools new fees including VAT in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Each entry provides an...
Feb 13, 20254 min read


Free Pick-Up Locations for Nursery and School Guide Magazines
The School Guide and Nursery Guide Magazines are available all year round in various locations across Edinburgh
Feb 7, 20255 min read


Missed School Application Dates?
Method of Entry to Independent Schools and Next Assessment Dates Several independent schools in Edinburgh will conduct "Assessment Days"...
Nov 28, 20246 min read


Is Your Child Ready for a Forest Juniors Education?
Interested in a Forest Juniors education for your child? Start the application process by registering for our P1-P4 Assessment Morning. Comp
Nov 17, 20241 min read


Fettes Pre-Prep to welcome 5-year-olds from August 2025
Fettes Pre-Prep Pupils Fettes main entry points from 2025 by age group are: 5-11 11+ 13+ 14+ 16+ Entry to Fettes Prep begins at Year 3/P3...
Oct 31, 20241 min read


A Fully Co-Ed School from 2026
Earlier this year, ESMS unveiled an exciting new vision for the future of the school —one that aims to reshape the educational experience...
Oct 31, 20242 min read


School Application Deadlines For August 2025
Most independent school nursery application are issued on a first-come, first-served basis. So advisable to put your child's name on the...
Oct 30, 20242 min read


Edinburgh Primary Schools Open Day
Edinburgh Council Primary schools will hold open days on Wednesday 6 November 2024 . This is a great chance for you to visit and find out...
Sep 30, 20241 min read


How To Find The ‘Right’ School In 4 Stages
The Compass School, Haddington F eeling daunted at the prospect of choosing a school? Overwhelmed by the options? If so, it’s worth...
Aug 31, 20242 min read


Exploring the Great Outdoors: The benefit of literacy in outdoor learning
In the bustling world of education, where textbooks and classrooms often dominate, lies a hidden gem: outdoor learning. Celebrated for...
Jul 11, 20241 min read


Fettes Prep School Unveils 'Prep for Life' Vision
Charlie Minogue Headmaster, Fettes College Preparatory School In 2016, research for the World Economic Forum concluded that 65% of...
Jun 26, 20242 min read


The Montessori School, Edinburgh Inspection Report Announcement
We are delighted to announce the successful inspection by Education Scotland of The Montessori School, Edinburgh which is situated in...
May 29, 20241 min read


Biggest Scottish Senior Schools Fair Includes Discussion on Smartphones
Belhaven Hill School Belhaven Hill School in Dunbar has just hosted 30 of the UK’s leading independent schools at their inaugural Senior...
May 23, 20243 min read


The case FOR 21st century boarding
By Laura Vida Does the word 'Boarding' make you wince? If so, you may be surprised to learn what 'Boarding' today entails. St Leonards...
Apr 23, 20244 min read


Fairview International School
Fairview International School, Bridge of Allan offers prospective students a seamless transition to an IB education Fairview...
Mar 29, 20242 min read


Sir Michael Morpurgo tells 'Tales from Shakespeare' at Belhaven School
Unveiling the Magic of Literature and Inspiring Future Storytellers with His New Book, ‘Tales from Shakespeare’ Sir Michael Morpurgo OBE...
Mar 21, 20243 min read


The Compass School Opens its Doors
The Compass School invites you to our Open Day on Thursday 7 March from 9am – 2.45pm You will have the opportunity to see the school in...
Mar 4, 20241 min read


Advanced Highers for enrolled and external learners at Edinburgh Steiner School from August
Advanced Highers for enrolled and external learners at Edinburgh Steiner School from August Why sit Advanced Highers? In recent years the...
Feb 29, 20241 min read


Meet the Headteacher of the New Nursery and Junior School at Merchiston
Merchiston are delighted to announce our new headteacher of The Forest at Merchiston …Davina Bowers. Davina Bowers, headteacher of The...
Aug 30, 20233 min read
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