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Cargilfield is a family friendly Prep School in Edinburgh for girls and boys aged 3 to 13, educating and inspiring children since 1873.

We were named the Best Prep School in the UK for 2026 by Tatler Magazine. Cargilfield is a Scottish independent day and boarding prep school in Edinburgh for 300 girls and boys ages 3 to 13 and has been educating and inspiring children since 1873. We believe in developing vital life skills such as independence, curiosity, kindness and positive self-esteem, alongside academic advancement, to prepare children for their later education journey and provide them with lifelong memories. We nurture all children to leave Cargilfield with lively, enquiring minds and with a confidence in who they are, in their values, and the contribution they make to their community. We achieve this by teaching each individual within small classes, setting high expectations of the children, and making sure that learning happens in all aspects of daily school life. We can also offer a tailored experience of boarding creating a “home-from-home” experience to suit modern families. Where Learning is an Everyday Adventure.

15/09/2026

P2 started the year reading a fantastic story by Peter Reynolds called "The Dot". This teaches us all about the importance of "having a go" and making that first step even when we think we can't do something. We applied our learning by creating hundreds of colourful dots to decorate our classrooms, inspired by the work of different artists. In celebration of the work of the late artist Yayoi Kusama, who was famous for her dotty pictures, we also took part in a collaborative "Obliteration Table", inspired by the artist's Obliteration Rooms. We worked together to fill the blank space with beautiful dots in all shapes and sizes.

14/09/2026

Form 6 have just returned from a wonderful weekend at the Scout Station in Lochearnhead. The group enjoyed an action-packed few days filled with fun, adventure, and friendship.

A highlight of the weekend was getting out on the water with Beyond Adventure, where everyone had the opportunity to take part in canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding. The pupils embraced the challenges enthusiastically and had a fantastic time developing their confidence and teamwork skills.

Back on land, there was plenty of excitement with games of laser tag and manhunt, campfires and smores as well as time to relax, socialise, and enjoy each other’s company.

A huge thank you to Miss Hastie Smith, Mrs Maclennan, Mr Dunlop and our Gaps Patrick and Jack who helped make the trip such an enjoyable and memorable one.

11/09/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Cargilfield has been named a finalist for Independent Prep School of the Year 2026! 🏆

This wonderful recognition once again celebrates the dedication of our pupils, staff, families and the entire Cargilfield community.

The winner will be revealed at the awards ceremony on Wednesday 14 October, so please keep your fingers crossed for our school! 🤞

11/09/2026

Nursery are back on their Friday adventures. Today they chose to go to beach and we all had lots of fun exploring the pools of water looking for crabs and other animals. We made sandcastles, wrote our names in the sand and discussed how sand is made. Another fantastic outdoor adventure!

If you would like to find out more about our Nursery, come along to our Open Morning on Friday 2nd October. Book your place using the link below.

https://www.cargilfield.com/open-morning

03/09/2026

Form 4 are lucky to have timetabled chess lessons every week with Mr Andrew Green, our specialist chess coach from Edinburgh Chess Academy. There is also a very popular chess club with him at break time too! Great to see such enthusiasm for chess at the start of the new school year at Cargilfield!

26/08/2026

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Cargilfield this morning for the start of another exciting year! Good luck, have fun and smile lots!

03/08/2026

Try before you buy! We now have a full set of current Cargilfield uniforms for children to try on before purchasing from Stevenson’s. A super addition to our Second Hand uniform shop which is still very much open during term time on Tuesday and Friday mornings, 8.30 - 9.30am.

We will also be open on the 20th August 9.30 - 10.30am and 1.30 - 3pm.

14/07/2026

Our very popular July Summer Camp at Cargilfield is in full flow this week with glorious sunshine! Lots of activities and lots of fun!

Address

45 Gamekeeper's Road
Edinburgh
EH46HU

Website

http://www.cargilfield.com/

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