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Beatles, Families & Fun: A Day of Music in Portobello!
2nd October 2026
Get ready to have a brilliant family day out at The Beatles Marathon! On Saturday, November 14th, Portobello Town Hall will be filled with the music of The Beatles as local bands and musicians come together for an amazing 12-hour musical adventure. Families are especially welcome, with kids’...
Festive fun is coming to Dynamic Earth!
1st October 2026
Get ready for a Christmas adventure this year at Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh’s Science Centre and Planetarium. On selected dates from 5th – 23rd December, families can join elves on a festive journey to find Santa, learning about the Arctic and Antarctic on the way. Follow clues, help...
Adventure awaits this October at Stirling’s National Wallace Monument
30th September 2026
Looking for a fun and memorable day out with the kids this October? Adventure awaits at Stirling’s National Wallace Monument – around an hour’s drive from both Glasgow and Edinburgh. Adventure awaits at Stirling’s National Wallace Monument. Perched high on The Abbey Craig,...
Edinburgh Leisure Birthday Parties
29th September 2026
Make every celebration unforgettable with an Edinburgh Leisure Birthday Party. Whether your child loves climbing, swimming, gymnastics, football or action-packed adventure, their parties are designed to create lasting memories while taking the stress out of organising the big day. With dedicated hosts,...
Child flu vaccine: help beat flu with a wee scoosh
28th September 2026
Flu can be serious, even for healthy children and young people. That’s why, every year in Scotland, the vaccine is offered to: • children and young people in primary and secondary school • children aged 2 to 5 years on 1st September 2026 (and not yet in school). The vaccine is...
An Education That Lasts a Lifetime
27th September 2026
At Erskine Stewart Melville Junior School, children don’t just learn, they discover who they are, what they enjoy and what they’re capable of. With 110 clubs, 48 trips, 46 sports teams and an award-winning performing arts programme, there are countless opportunities to explore their interests. Students...
Autumn at Doodles
26th September 2026
With the days getting colder, a pottery painting session at Doodles is just the ticket. While away a few hours with lots of items to choose from and over 50 colours to create some masterpieces. Book online at www.doodlesscotland.co.uk or call on 0131 229 1399. Please note, coming up to Christmas can...
Uncover the science behind the stories at Dynamic Earth this October!
25th September 2026
This spooky season, become the ultimate myth-buster as Dynamic Earth encourage curious minds of all ages to discover the real creatures, natural wonders and scientific secrets that have inspired your favourite spooky tales. Embark on a journey through the immersive galleries with the Monsters and...
The right lane changes everything
24th September 2026
At The Galleon Swim School, every swimmer deserves the best possible start. Their experienced team provides a safe, supportive environment where confidence and skills grow together. Considered class placements, in-water teaching, small class sizes and one dedicated lane per class ensure every child receives...
Do You Believe? THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride Returns to Edinburgh Waverley!
23rd September 2026
Departing from the iconic Edinburgh Waverley station, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride offers an immersive festive experience for families and visitors alike. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on THE...
Edinburgh Leisure's Holiday Camps
22nd September 2026
Looking for an exciting way to keep the kids active this October half term? Edinburgh Leisure's holiday camps offer a fun-filled programme for children of all ages, packed with opportunities to learn new skills, make friends and stay active during the school break. From aquatics, climbing, gymnastics...
Loretto invites families to visit school following a glowing inspection and exam results
21st September 2026
Leading independent boarding and day school Loretto is inviting families to discover its first-class offering. Scotland’s oldest boarding school, based in Musselburgh, combines an individualised approach to education with a welcoming and nurturing environment designed to help young people thrive. The...
Every Primary School in Scotland to receive free singing resource as The National Youth Choir of Scotland celebrates 30 years
14th September 2026
The National Youth Choir of Scotland (NYCOS) is marking its 30th anniversary by launching an ambitious initiative designed to help bring singing back into classrooms across the country. Arriving in schools from September, NYCOS Singing Time is a free online resource that will be gifted to every primary...
Spooktacular fun at Craigies Farm
7th September 2026
Wander through the pumpkin patch, lose yourself in the huge bale maze, and let the little ones dive into potion making, face painting and a whole host of fun activities. There's live music and plenty of farm fresh food and drink to keep everyone happy. Best of all, this is a real working farm -...
Go All In - Making Up Stories Together
2nd September 2026
The art and joy of spontaneous storytelling In this, *“Go All In - National Year of Reading, I’m delighted to see so much attention focused on books and reading. However, I am also aware that an overlooked, but essential, partner to reading and writing is the spoken word. Oral storytelling...