Most independent school nursery application are issued on a first-come, first-served basis. So advisable to put your child's name on the schools waiting list ahead of the date you would like your child to start.
Schools not listed below do not have a set assessment day and invite applicants to apply throughout the year. Places will be allocated by registration date so still advisable to register early and whilst most are non-selective they may invite your child to an interview with a short assessment as part of the interview to gauge your child's entry level.
The Independent schools below will accept applications after the dates listed below if there are available spots. However, to give your child the best chance of securing a place, it's best to submit the application forms before the deadlines. Please note that there is typically an application fee (approx £75) when you submit the form to any independent school.
Primary School Applications:
Edinburgh Academy Junior School: P1 Friday 29 November 2024, P2-P6 Friday 8 November 2024 - apply here
Fettes Prep School - P1 (5yrs) anytime, 7yrs+ 16th January - apply here
ESMS Junior School: P1 December 2024, P2-P6 November 2024 - apply here
George Heriots School: P1 to P7: 15th November 2024 - apply here.
George Watson School Preschool: P1 Friday 6 December 2024 - apply here.
Secondary School Application:
Edinburgh Academy Senior School: Geits - S4 Friday 22 November 2024, Sixth form Friday 5 January 2025 - apply here
Fettes College - 11yrs+ January 2025, 13yrs+ November 2024 - apply here
ESMS Senior School: S1 9th December - apply here
George Heriots Senior School: S1-S7: 1st December - apply here.
George Watson School Senior School: Friday 6 December 2024 - apply here.