How to enrol
Only children who turn 5 between 1 March 2026 and the last day of February 2027 are automatically able to enrol into Primary 1 in August 2026.
You need to enrol your child when they start primary 1 or move to a school in the Highland Council area.
To complete enrolment, you will need:
- your child’s birth certificate
- proof of your address
- your child's medical details, including any allergies
You can also request a paper copy of the enrolment form from your catchment school during enrolment week.
Find your catchment area
If you are not sure what school catchment you are in, you can use our catchment maps to find out.
View our primary school catchment map
View our secondary school catchment map
Gaelic Medium Education
We support equal respect for English and Gaelic. Both languages are an important part of life in the Highlands.
When enrolling your child, you can choose between English Medium or Gaelic Medium Education.
Find out more about Gaelic Medium education
Early Learning and Childcare
Children born between 1 March 2022 and 28 February 2023 are entitled to a funded Early Learning and Childcare place.
For Early Learning and Childcare places, enrolment week commenced on Monday 9 February and concluded on Friday 13 February 2026.