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Welcoming our Armed Forces Booklet

51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute Council has created a Welcoming our Armed Forces Booklet to support families moving into the area.

The booklet provides:

• Information on early learning and childcare options available locally.
• Guidance on school catchment areas and how to register your child.
• Support and advice to help families transition into the Scottish education system.
• A clear explanation of how the 3–18 curriculum is structured in Scotland.

Looking to find out more about schools across 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute? 

ASN (Additional Support Needs) 

Catchment Schools, School Holidays, School Meals   

Early Years and Childcare

Register for school       

School Holidays and Term Dates

Forces Children Education

has been created for Armed Forces families who are moving to Scotland with specific information to help you support your child moving into a Scottish school. 

This site brings together, in one place, clear and accurate information for both educators and Armed Forces families. e.g. 

• Transitions Booklet for Armed Forces families
• Finding a School
• Which School year will my child be in?
• Additional Support Needs
• Education in Scotland
• Resources for families 

Google Drive - Information and Resources for Parents

Emer Flett, Service Pupil Advisor, has created a Google Drive packed with information and resources to support parents, carers, and families.

You will find resources on topics such as:-

• Moving to Scotland
• Deployment support
• Forces and Me Lunchtime Clubs
• Mental health and wellbeing
• Monthly Newsletters
• Support groups and organisations for parents