Education and Learning
Primary School
Kingswells Primary School
Kingswells Primary School lies at the heart of our village and provides a warm, welcoming environment for children from nursery through to P7. The school is known for its strong community spirit, high academic standards, and focus on nurturing every child’s unique strengths.
Facilities include a modern building with spacious classrooms, a library, ICT suite, gym hall, and outdoor learning spaces. Pupils enjoy a broad and balanced curriculum alongside regular opportunities for outdoor learning and creative activities.
You can find more details, including contact information, school handbook, and term dates on the Aberdeen City Council website.
Senior Schools
Where Pupils Go Next – Secondary School
After completing P7 at Kingswells Primary, most pupils move on to Hazlehead Academy, our local secondary school. Hazlehead Academy is part of the Aberdeen City Council school network and offers a wide range of academic and vocational subjects, excellent facilities, and strong support for transitioning pupils.
The school works closely with Kingswells Primary to ensure a smooth move into S1, including visits, joint activities, and parent information sessions.
Find out more about Hazlehead Academy on their official website.
Children’s Club
Kidsize Ltd
Fun, Fitness & Wellbeing for Young Children
Kidsize delivers active and imaginative fitness classes designed especially for young children. Combining movement, music, and storytelling, their sessions encourage physical activity, coordination, and confidence from an early age. Classes are held in community venues throughout Kingswells and are popular with both children and parents.
Ages: Varies (typically 18 months – 7 years)
Activities: Dance, games, movement-based storytelling
Website: www.kidsize-ltd.classforkids.io
Contact: kidsize@hotmail.com
Pre-School
Great Western Early Years
A Warm Welcome and a Great Start
Great Western Kingswells Pre-School provides high-quality early education in a friendly and caring setting. The experienced staff team offers a wide range of play-based learning opportunities that support children’s development in communication, social skills, and early literacy and numeracy. Close links with local schools help prepare children for the transition into primary education.
Ages: 3 – 5 years
Hours: Typically morning sessions, during term-time
Website: www.greatwesternps.co.uk
Contact: fbadmin@greatwesternps.co.uk
Outdoor Education
Adventure Aberdeen
Adventure Aberdeen offers exciting opportunities for outdoor learning and adventure activities for pupils across the city, including those from Kingswells. Whether it’s canoeing, rock climbing, biking, or hill walking, pupils gain valuable life skills while exploring Scotland’s great outdoors.
Kingswells Primary regularly partners with Adventure Aberdeen to support outdoor learning, confidence building, and team development through trips and activity days.
To learn more about their programmes, visit Adventure Aberdeen.
Nursery
KingsWellies Nursery
Inspiring Learning from the Start
KingsWellies Nursery is a vibrant and nurturing early years centre located in the heart of Kingswells. With a strong focus on outdoor learning, creativity, and child-led play, KingsWellies offers a safe and stimulating environment where children thrive. The dedicated team supports each child’s development through fun and engaging experiences tailored to their individual needs.
Ages: 0 – 5 years
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Sports Club
Alison McLeod After School Football
Kick-Start Skills and Confidence
Alison McLeod’s after-school football sessions are a great way for local children to get active, build skills, and enjoy team play in a supportive environment. Open to boys and girls of all abilities, the sessions focus on fun, fitness, and development – both on and off the pitch.
Ages: Primary school children
Location: Kingswells playing fields / school grounds
Times: After school (day varies by age group)
Contact: alliemcleod@googlemail.com
Website:www.aberdeenfootballfun.co.uk
Boardwalk
Discover Learning Along the Boardwalk
The Bucksburn Valley boardwalk in Kingswells isn’t just a beautiful place for a stroll—it’s a living outdoor classroom. As you wander through this peaceful stretch of nature, there are countless opportunities for children and families to learn about local wildlife, plants, and the changing seasons. Whether it’s spotting birds, identifying trees, or simply soaking in the sounds of nature, the boardwalk encourages curiosity, mindfulness, and a love of the outdoors—all key parts of lifelong learning.