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Meet Jonathan Anderson, head of Merchiston Castle School
We speak to Jonathan Anderson Headmaster at Merchiston Castle School to find out his vision for the school and how it equips children for...
Nov 5, 20221 min read


Meet Dr Graham Hawley, Headmaster of Loretto School
We speak to Dr Graham Hawley Headmaster at Loretto School to find out the schools strengths and how it equips children for life in the...
Nov 5, 20221 min read


Frequently Asked Questions for City of Edinburgh Schools
The City of Edinburgh Council publishing the following replies to the most frequent questions parents ask regarding placing and starting...
Nov 2, 20223 min read


Set you Daughter up for Success with our Transition to Secondary Education
St George’s School Taster Afternoon on Friday 18 November for girls interested in entry to P6, P7 and S1 (10 – 13 years) During the...
Oct 27, 20221 min read


10 Reasons why we love Voxblock
Worried about your child’s literacy levels? Looking for screen-free, 100% healthy entertainment? If so, this new audiobook player may...
Oct 24, 20222 min read


Meet the Principal of George Heriots, Gareth Warren
We speak to Gareth Warren Principal of George Heriots School to find out his vision for the school and how it equips children for life in...
Oct 21, 20221 min read


Meet Fettes Prep Headmaster - Charlie Minogue
We speak to Charlie Minogue, Headmaster at Fettes Prep, to find out the school and its strengths. Headmaster Mr Charlie Minogue, 47 Do...
Oct 20, 20221 min read


Meet the Principal of ESMS Junior School
We speak to Mike Kane, Principal at The Erskine Stewart's Melville Junior School (ESMS), to find out how long he has been at ESMS and...
Oct 13, 20221 min read


Meet The Rector: The Edinburgh Academy Senior School
We speak to Barry Welsh, Rector at The Edinburgh Academy Senior School, to find out what is his vision for the school and its strengths....
Oct 6, 20221 min read


Meet the Head of Cargilfield Preparatory School
We asked Rob Taylor, Headmaster at Cargilfied Prep 'how do you equip a child for life in the 21st century?' Rob Taylor, 54 Do you have...
Oct 4, 20221 min read


Meet the Head: Clifton Hall School
We speak to Rod Grant, the Headmaster at Clifton Hall School, to learn more about the school's strengths and how to equip a child for...
Sep 28, 20221 min read


Meet the Head: Belhaven Hill School
We speak to Oliver Langton, the Headmaster at Belhaven Hill School, to find out more about his vision for the school and how Belhaven...
Sep 27, 20221 min read


You Can’t Choose Their Future Career
Written by Fiona Rasmusen, Gibson Kerr’s Head of Family Law Partner and Accredited Specialist: Head of Family Law You can’t choose their...
Sep 26, 20223 min read


5 Surprising Benefits of Decluttering with Kids
Rebecca Jo-Rushdy - KonMari® Platinum Consultant Written by Rebecca Jo-Rushdy, KonMari® Platinum Consultant www.sparkjoyandflow.com The...
Aug 31, 20224 min read


10 Reasons To Keep Reading To Your Child At Bedtime
Any good primary school will send your child home with appropriate fictional and non-fictional reads. But it's equally important to read...
Aug 27, 20221 min read


Finding the right school for your child
Now that parents can attend in-person school tours and open days, we look at what to consider when choosing the ‘right’ school for your...
Aug 18, 202210 min read


A Carefully Curated List of over 400 Reading Recommendations
By Laura Vida Book Recommendations From Toddler to Teen ‘Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.’ Joseph Addison Would you...
Aug 15, 20222 min read


Anthony Simpson New Head of ESMS
ESMS family of schools is delighted to announce the appointment of Anthony Simpson as Principal of ESMS, overseeing ESMS Junior School,...
Jul 7, 20221 min read


Buggy Walks Meet Up - Edinburgh
Sign up here to Buggy Walks to be kept up to the minute on our FREE weekly walks in different areas of Edinburgh. Bumps, Babies and wee...
Jul 7, 20221 min read


10 reasons for a child to keep a reading record
By Laura Vida The summer holidays offer the perfect opportunity for your child to pick up a range of books. Some will be winners other...
Jun 30, 20221 min read
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