Falkirk Council provides you with a vast array of online information on their schools and education including topics such: early learning and childcare, school places and admissions, school life, additional support needs, education benefits and support, community learning and development and privacy notices.

Every parent and carer who has a child of school age must provide that child with an education suitable to their age and ability. You must do this by making sure your child regularly attends school or by other means, such as home schooling. We have a duty to provide appropriate education for all children over 5 years and under 16 years of age.

Each school serves an area which is known as the school catchment. Each address in the Falkirk Council area is allocated a primary and secondary denominational and non-denominational school. 

Most children attend their catchment school but you may choose another school via submission of a placing request. You can find out more about school places and admissions, including financial support available, here.