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Foster a love of reading by following your child’s curiosity—turn interests like dinosaurs, space, or animals into stories, and use audiobooks to boost vocabulary and imagination.

We spoke with Janet Robinson from 2stepsaheadtutoring.co.uk about how pupils can prepare for the upcoming academic year to navigate the exam years with ease, and support children sitting entrance exams at the end of this year. "Exams are finished and holidays are in sight, but the real work for students has only just begun. As pupils move into Higher and Advanced Higher courses—and younger students start Nat 5s or enter a second year of Nat 5—the June timetable shift and the

A FREE Brazil mini-session for Early Years combines football and samba in safe indoor activities for parents, nurseries and schools; optional full World Cup pack available.

The Anchor Practice - Professional counselling, therapy, and mental health support for children and teenagers. Find stability and healing with compassionate practitioners

5th - 7th June 2026 Tullibole Castle, Perthshire WILDHOOD is Scotland’s multi-award-winning children’s festival — a magical weekend-long outdoor adventure created especially for families with children aged 12 and under. Set within the beautiful grounds of Tullibole Castle near Kinross, WILDHOOD combines music, theatre, storytelling, circus, arts & crafts, nature play and immersive hands-on experiences in a relaxed and welcoming family environment. Designed to encourage creati

Barnton’s Cloudberry Gifts, a gift shop with a cosy cafe, has become a community favourite, says founder Julie. Visitors can enjoy a fresh breakfast and lunch menu alongside delicious homemade cakes, traybake and scones. The carefully curated gift selection showcases Scottish designers, including Just Slate Company, Hairy Coo, and Skye Candle Company, alongside firm family favourites such as Jellycat and Blade & Rose, as well as an abundance of other gift & card companies. Wh

Studio 48 in Edinburgh is a vibrant creative hub offering art classes for children and adults alike. Led by experienced artists, the studio provides a welcoming environment where participants can explore their artistic potential across a range of disciplines. What They Offer Studio 48 specialises in: 🎨 Painting – from watercolours to acrylics 🗿 Sculpture – working with various materials 🖼️ Mixed Media – combining different artistic techniques 🖥️ Digital Art – exploring mo

These “ready for school” activities can be done in your everyday routine When it’s time for a child to go to school, there are lots of practical things to think about, like uniform, the school run and after-school care. You can also help your child build important skills for school readiness, helping them adjust to the new environment more easily. Children learn best when they are interested and motivated. Stop the activity when your child loses interest. You want your child

Facing separation or divorce? Gibson Kerr's Edinburgh family law solicitors offer compassionate guidance on child arrangements, finances, and avoiding court.

Edinburgh Relocation Consultants offer expert move coordination in Edinburgh, from storage and decluttering to school visits, with Caroline Lindsay guiding every step.

Creative family fun at Doodles Ceramics Studio in Edinburgh. Paint hundreds of shapes with vibrant glazes—perfect for gifts, baby footprints, and workshops.

The Mum Club hosts the TMC Edinburgh Brunch Club, a social gathering designed for mums in Edinburgh who want to connect with others in a warm, relaxed setting. This brunch event is part of The Mum Club’s broader Edinburgh events lineup, which is aimed at helping local women who happen to be mums build friendships.

Join World Afro Day Growing Together: kids and communities grow tea plants, watch Seed to Sip films, and celebrate with tea activities in September.

Parents are urged to seek early support for their children’s emotional well‑being as evidence grows that many mental health difficulties begin in primary school. Anchor Practice has launched Holding Parents in Mind, an online workshop for parents of primary‑age children to understand behaviour, emotional regulation and anxiety. Guided by Fanny Lena and Renata Bakker, the five‑session group uses psychodynamic, reflective parenting to build attunement and reduce isolation.

Professional and concise: SwimEasy offers premium, small-class swimming lessons from a family-run team. Expert coaching, faster progress, and lasting safety for your child.

Practical, clock-based sleep tips from The Sleep Lady for parents of 9‑month‑olds who wake early. Learn to set nap times, regulate routines, and ease early wakeups.

Memories by Maria, Family Photography offers Nursery & School Guide Readers a Free 8x12 Print. Maria is the photographer behind 'Memories by Maria', a family photography with her studio at Riverside House, Gorgie Road, Edinburgh. She specialises in capturing beautiful moments for families and their little ones. The studio offers sessions, including maternity, newborn, baby, birthday, family, and couples photoshoots, as well as outdoor sessions. Maria is also happy to accommod

The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival is back with an exciting line-up of performances for children aged 0 to 15 years and their families, from Saturday 30 May to Sunday 7 June 2026. The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival, marking its 35th anniversary this year, showcases exceptional Scottish and international theatre and dance for young audiences, with a focus on performances that are deeply engaging, innovative and inspiring. They have created a quick run

Discover Edinburgh's Easter and Summer holiday camps—from multi-sport programs to tennis, golf, rugby, netball and outdoor adventures—with options at independent schools for 2026 in Edinburgh and the Lothians.