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Fostering can transform the lives of vulnerable children and young people

Could you be our next hero? Children of all ages need foster care, from babies to teenagers.

Our skilled Fostering and Adoption team can provide all the support and training you need.

Find out more about becoming a foster carer

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P1 and S1 Enrolment 2025

School enrolment deadlines for the 2025 school year are fast approaching. Find out when you should enrol your child/children, where to do this and much more in this article.

3 January 2025
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Ash Rise Exhibition Heads to Gracefield

The Scottish Furniture Makers Association, in partnership with Scottish Forestry and the Association of Scottish Hardwood Sawmillers present Ash Rise, an exhibition of new work from 20 of Scotland’s leading and emerging makers using wood from Scottish ash trees.

6 January 2025