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Follow the rainbow to Cargilfield School this autumn — Scotland's oldest prep school & Best Prep School in the UK 2026. Join our Family Fun Day (19 Sept) or Open Morning (2 Oct). Nursery to age 13, Edinburgh & Lothians. Book your visit today.

Choosing the right school is more than a visit. Experience life at George Watson's College through Open Mornings, Taster events & personal tours. Find where your child belongs.

More than 2,200 students walk through the doors on Monday 24 August 2026 as Erskine Stewart Melville embarks on a landmark new chapter in its history, marking the start of a new academic year and a transformative period for one of Scotland's leading independent schools.

By Loretto Your Child's Next Chapter Starts at Loretto Discover a place where every child belongs. At Loretto, every pupil is truly known; their individual talents and passions are nurtured, and they are given the support and encouragement they need to thrive. Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make as a parent - and there's no better way to help you decide than by attending an Open Event. Loretto Open Days offer a genuine

Discover what makes all-girls education so empowering at St George's Open Day (3rd Oct) and School in Action morning (6th Oct). See where confidence meets high ambition.

Discover The Edinburgh Academy: A co-educational school where Character Education, small class sizes, and expert staff help pupils thrive from Nursery to Senior Years. Open Day Saturday, 12 September 2026 Register now.

Cargilfield is Scotland’s first prep school near Edinburgh, offering 150+ years of excellence with outstanding academics and rich extracurriculars. Book a visit at cargilfield.com.

Join Edinburgh Steiner School on May 1 for an Open Tour and discover Waldorf education with screen-free classrooms, lifelong teacher continuity, and a broad, holistic program.

Families considering Year Two to Seven (6 yrs - 10 yrs) options for their children are warmly invited to attend Loretto Junior School’s Taster Day on Monday, 4th May. This is the perfect opportunity for you and your child to experience Loretto’s close-knit community and nurturing environment, according to Loretto's admissions team. You and your child will discover the exceptional opportunities on offer, including an expansive extracurricular programme and Forest School. Du

George Watson's College Junior School is hosting a Playdate for families considering Preschool to P3 on: Saturday, 9 May 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The morning offers discovery activities for children, with opportunities for parents to meet teachers and the leadership team, and to tour the Preschool and Lower Primary to learn what makes the school truly special. Personal tours are also available to see the school, hear from pupils, and meet our leadership team if you

🌲 Forest Friday Open Day – Friday 17th April Clifton Hall School invites families with children in Nursery to Primary 2 to its Forest Friday Open Day. Set within the school's private woodland, the immersive open morning and afternoon will offer children the chance to explore, play and create in nature. Families will participate in a range of age-appropriate woodland-themed arts, crafts and games, designed to encourage curiosity, confidence and a love of outdoor learning. Act

Leading independent Scottish school, Loretto , is holding a Senior School Open Day with a twist on Saturday 7 th March. The Edinburgh-based boarding and day school is offering families the opportunity to individualise their school visit, with custom tours tailored to the prospective pupil’s personal interests and ambitions. Attendees can share their areas of interest and pre-select their chosen subjects to design an open morning entirely catered to their needs, with teac

The Forest at Merchiston hosts an Open Day on 21 March 2026 (9:30–11:30), inviting families to discover outdoor learning as the woodland wakes—nursery to P5 welcome.

Christian Education to Transform a Generation Regius School invites the community to an open day event on 13 March 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM Attendees will explore the school's nurturing environment, meet its dedicated educators, and discover how Regius School empowers students in their God-given callings. Regius School is an independent Christian school for children from P1 to S2, dedicated to nurturing each child and enabling them to reach their full potential. Small class

Belhaven Hill School in Dunbar, Scotland unveils A Lifelong Companion, a film that shows how Belhaven's prep boarding education sparks lifelong friendships, love of learning, and lasting achievement.

Families are invited to see St Georges School in Action on Friday, 13 March 2026, 9:30 am–12 pm, with campus tours, lessons in action, boarding options, and clubs

Fettes College, a leading Edinburgh boarding and day school for ages 5-18, offers a world-class education on a stunning 100-acre campus. Discover how Fettes unlocks potential and prepares students for the future. Register for the Open Day on February 28th, 2026.

St Mary’s Music School hosts immersive taster days designed to give young musicians a genuine preview of life as a pupil. Slightly different from a standard open day, the school runs a number of instrumental taster days throughout the year, inviting aspiring players to join in a fun, interactive day of music. Pupils and visitors alike are encouraged to bring their instrument and dive into a world of melody and rhythm. Instrumental Taster Days These days are suitable for child

Discover Loretto Open Events: tour the 85-acre campus, meet staff, and learn how your child can thrive. RSVP for Junior School 27 Feb or Senior School 7 Mar.

Discover The Compass: Open Days in Autumn and Spring, with the next on 7 March 2026. Year‑round tours, priority admissions, and flexible start ages 4–12.