Guides
The Scottish School System
How Scottish education works — from nursery to S6
2 guides in The Scottish School System
The Scottish School System
Scottish School Holidays: Why Every Council is Different
Why Scottish schools go back in August, why every council has different dates, and where to find your local term dates.
Updated 6 April 2026
The Scottish School SystemThe Scottish Education System: A Parent's Guide
How Scottish schools actually work — from nursery through S6, Curriculum for Excellence, Nationals, Highers and what comes next.
Updated 1 April 2026