All children benefit from attending school regularly. As well as educating children, schools provide opportunities for making friends and learning how to get on with people. Children are also encouraged to develop any talents or skills they may have, as well as the essential skills of reading, writing and number. Children who do not attend school miss out on these opportunities.
The school day, term dates
In Scotland, each education authority sets its own terms and school holidays. The school year covers three terms and lasts at least 190 days (38 weeks).
Financial assistance
Information on grants for school uniforms, the Educational Maintenance Allowance, tax credits and free school meals.
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