We have created a list of free parks and playgrounds recommended by parents in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Grouped by location, we have...

Number 1 Tip: Get your children involved! Place your children at the centre of their learning and value their ideas and options about how...

One of the ways the Scottish Council of Independent Schools (SCIS) support the Independent School sector and parents in Scotland is by...

In Scotland the school year starts at the end of August and ends at the end of June, which is before English schools. This in turn means...

We asked local parents for their recommendations of child-friendly restaurants and cafes in Edinburgh. All of these places provide...

Q & A with Lydia Scaltsas - Primary Tutor & Former Teacher 1. How can I encourage my P1 child’s reading in a fun, enjoyable way?...

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...

What costs exist on top of private school fees? Additional costs vary from school to school. And even within a school, each parent’s...

By Sarah Miller, Edinburgh Steiner School A record number of Edinburgh families with a four-year-old due to start primary school in...

‘The most sustainable product is one that already exists.’ Adam Siegel, founder of Recurate Back in September 2021, young Edinburgh mum,...

Tutoring provides valuable one-on-one time for your child, and regular sessions also give your child an opportunity to work through...

Now that pupils and staff are no longer required to wear face coverings in classrooms, the Scottish Government have admitted there is a...

By Dr Irene Pollock, Edinburgh Montessori Arts School and University of Glasgow Choosing childcare, whether a nursery, playgroup or...

FIND OUT WHAT’S BEST FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD Before deciding which form of childcare would most suit your family, it makes sense to ask...

By Laura Vida - former primary school teacher Ever wondered how to make an Art exhibition fun for kids? The secret is to keep them...

Q & A with Lydia Scaltsas - Primary Tutor & Former Teacher Q: I’m worried that my P1/2/3 child makes up spellings. Is this a problem?...

If you ever wonder why schools put so much emphasis on reading at home, it is because reading is the single most impactful literacy task...

Make sure your partner gets regular alone time with the baby from day 1. e.g. skin on skin in the hospital while you shower/sleep. Don’t...

Dealing with inheritance for children When we hear talk about ‘trusts’ the word often conjures up thoughts of Trust Funds and...

Edinburgh and the Lothians have world class attractions that draw visitors from across the country. If you are lucky enough to have one...

Dr Irene Pollock Casa Montessori and University of Glasgow Choosing childcare, whether a nursery, playgroup, or childminder, can be a...

Leith Academy pupils show off their iPads. Supplied/City of Edinburgh Council The City of Edinburgh Council scheme which will see every...

A sustained focus on spatial reasoning training could turn the UK into a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)...

Recommended Reading: Rainbows in Bloom: Discovering Colours with Flowers by Taylor and Michael Putnam (2021) 2+, Animals in the Sky by...