Upcoming Careers Fairs
Thinking about what comes after school?
Three careers fairs are coming up across Midlothian, and every one of them is open to students from all Midlothian secondary schools.
Come along to chat with local employers, colleges and training providers, and ask the questions you’ve been wondering about.
Not sure what you want to do yet? Even better! These events are for exploring, not for having it all figured out.
Bring a friend, grab some freebies and see what’s out there!
Formal Assessment Timetable
Our Senior Phase Formal Assessments (Prelims) are scheduled to take place from Wednesday 25th November to Monday 14th December inclusive.
Formal Assessments are only scheduled where pupils are being presented for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher (unless you have been otherwise informed by your teacher). Pupils working at alternative levels will still be expected to attend class and will continue work / assessments for their level of study.
There is no exam leave during the formal assessment diet. All young people will be expected to be in class other than when completing a scheduled formal assessment.
If a pupil’s performance in SQA examinations in May is disappointing, we can, in exceptional circumstances, request that SQA review your exam script with a view to getting a better grade awarded. Should this be the case, the evidence we require to support this process is that from the Formal Assessment diet. This would also be the case if you are unable to attend your final exam due to illness or significant personal circumstances. It is therefore essential that every pupil performs as well as possible in the Formal Assessment diet.
Formal Assessments are a formal examination and behaviour and conduct must be of the highest order at all times. Misbehaviour of any sort will result in immediate removal from the examination room. In addition, confidentiality of Formal Assessment papers is vital, therefore you should not discuss any aspect of the Formal Assessments until after the diet is complete on Monday 14th December. Any breach of this could impact the robustness of the evidence and may result in Formal Assessment evidence becoming void. Good timekeeping and attendance are particularly important over the examination period.
I would ask that the Formal Assessment timetable below is reviewed carefully with any issues/clashes identified as soon as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you wish to discuss any aspect of these arrangements.
Download: Formal Assessment Timetable 26-27
Mr Craig Knight
Depute Head Teacher
September Bulletin
The September edition of the Dalkeith High School Bulletin is now available.
Headteacher’s Update – Friday 25th September 2026
A short update from Ms Ormerod, keeping our school community up to date with the latest news, key developments and what’s coming up across the school.
These updates will be shared between our main school bulletins to keep everyone informed throughout the year.
August Bulletin
The August edition of the Dalkeith High School Bulletin is now available.
Free School Meals
| Payment | Paid to Bank Accounts | Notes/Comments |
| School Holidays
Monday 12th October to Monday 19th October 2026 |
Thursday 8th October 2026 | £13.80 per Primary School pupil
£16.80 per Secondary School pupil |
Headteacher’s Update – Friday 21st August 2026
A short update from Ms Ormerod, keeping our school community up to date with the latest news, key developments and what’s coming up across the school.
These updates will be shared between our main school bulletins to keep everyone informed throughout the year.
Recoursing Arrangements for Pupils in S5 and S6
Following on from the release of examination results, it may be necessary for your son/daughter to amend course choice for session 2026-27.
To this end, an email will be sent to you on Monday 3 August offering times at the start of term when your son/daughter can schedule a coursing appointment. Parents are welcome to attend these interviews.
Appointments will fill up fast so please ensure that if exam results are not as expected, you do not miss the email on 3 August.
June Bulletin
The June edition of the Dalkeith High School Bulletin is now available.