Schools and learning

Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

EMA applications for 2022 to 2023 are now open.

You can see the guidance, eligibility requirements and submit your application on our Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) page.
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View school term dates

School closures and transport changes

Schools

Get information about our schools including support for pupils and term dates.

Nurseries and childcare

Find out about early learning, nurseries and childcare.

Instrumental music lessons

Find out about Instrumental Music Service including music lessons at schools, bands and orchestras.

Outdoor learning

List of approved providers of adventure activities, safety policy and the many activities.

Education offices

Aberdeenshire has five Education and Children's Services Offices to cover the Authority area. The contact details for these offices can be found here.

Community Learning and Development

Find out about the Community Learning and Development (CLD), our work with young people, adults and communities.

Parental involvement and engagement

Find out about Parent Councils, learning at home and home education.

Educational Psychology Service

Find out about the Aberdeenshire Educational Psychology Service.

Work placement opportunities

Find out about work experience opportunities available for pupils.

More services

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Education and Children's Services policies and guidelines

Commissioned online mental health support services

Employment of secondary aged pupils

School and leisure building improvements

Developing Motor Skills

Child protection

Aberdeenshire Life Education Centres (ALEC)