Schools transactions update 31 October 2025
Published on 31 October 2025 by Schools Transactions
Applications for next year's P1 and S1 intake are open. We’ve also opened EMA winter applications. Read to find out more.
Applications for next year's P1 and S1 intake are open. We’ve also opened EMA winter applications. Read to find out more.
We've agreed the timetable for the 2026 P1 and S1 intake. Read about the preparations and how you can help ensure your data is correct. We also explain what happens when we call you with a 'blue badge' check.
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.
Read an update on P1 and S1 places – it’s time to mark your N5 and P7 leavers.
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.
Information about school placements, Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA), free school meals and clothing grants from the Transactions team.