Registration of independent schools: guidance for applicants, proprietors, and parents

Summary

This guidance document has been designed for both applicants (i.e. individuals seeking to register a new independent school) and proprietors (i.e. managers of existing independent schools). It also includes information useful to parents and learners.

This document sets out information on the following

• How independent schools are defined in Scotland
• Where to find out information about independent schools
• Important points of contact
• The registration process – from application to post-registration inspection
• The Scottish Ministers and their role in regulating independent schools
• Who can, and cannot, investigate complaints about schools
• Other information useful to applicants and proprietors