Schools transactions update 27 April 2026
Published on 27 April 2026 by Schools Transactions
Read to find out about the second P1/S1 allocation of places. There's also an update on FSM and EMA arrangements for 2026-27.
Schools transactions update 13 March 2026
Published on 13 March 2026 by Schools Transactions
The school place allocations are complete - read to find out about the next steps. There's also an update on free school meals, and a reminder EMA applications close on 31 March.
Schools transactions update 6 February 2026
Published on 06 February 2026 by Schools Transactions
Read to find out about free school meals for children in P6 and P7 and the February holiday payment. There’s also an update on P1/S1 intake for August 2026.
Schools transactions update 12 August 2025
Published on 12 August 2025 by Schools Transactions
Read to find out about the handover of the P1 and S1 intake, the procedures for 2026 and an update on applications for free school meals and education maintenance allowances.
Schools transactions update 17 April 2025
Published on 17 April 2025 by Schools Transactions
Read to find out about the second P1/S1 allocation of places. There's also an update on FSM for P6/7 pupils and EMA.
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Information about school placements, Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA), free school meals and clothing grants from the Transactions team.