Education and Learning

Here you will find information about education and learning services in Orkney.  For adult learning information please visit our Community and Learning and Development page.   

Please use the buttons and links below to find out more about our service:

Early Learning and Childcare

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• Deferred Entry
• Eligible Two Year Olds
• Forms
• Placing Requests and Split Placements
• Registration
• Settings and Childminders

Schools

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• Parental Involvement
• School Contacts
• School Crossing Patrols
• School Emergency Closures
• School Enrolments
• School Placing Requests
• School Transport
• Term, Holiday and Closure Dates

Pupil Support

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• Education is for All
• Educational Psychology Service
• Getting it Right for Orkneys Children and Young People
• LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender)
• Pupil Care and Welfare
• Pupil Support Team

Grants, EMAs and Bursaries

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• Bursaries
• EMAs
• Kirkwood Bequest
• School Meals and Clothing Allowances
• Student Interview Expenses
• Travel Grants

Find Out More

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• BREEAM Case Studies for Schools Investment Programme
• Child Performance Licence
• Employment of Children
• Home Education
• Instrumental Music Service
• Papdale Halls of Residence
• We Teach, We Nurture - Education Jobs