- Schools 2010 Information Pack
- Introduction to Schools Programme
- Get the brochure
- Important dates
- Sign up for our Education & Schools e-bulletin
Schools 2010 Information Pack
If you have booked events for this year’s programme, download the Schools 2010 Information Pack for some information to help you prepare for your visit and help your pupils get the most of the experience. A flyer for parents, risk assessment information, what activities we have on offer and how our events work are all included in this Information Pack, so take a look and start planning your visit today!
You can also download a Book Buying Form and a map of Charlotte Square, which includes a venue list. Visit Google Maps for clear directions to and from the Edinburgh International Book Festival.
Introduction to Schools Programme
Our RBS Schools Programme takes place during August, in tandem with the public programme. It's packed with events featuring the best writing for children and teens, with a focus firmly on participation, imagination and creation. All events take place in a specially created tented village in the heart of Edinburgh, a young person-friendly environment!
Bring your pupils face-to-face with their favourite authors and brand new writers at our events and book signings. Events take many forms from author interviews and Q&A sessions, to creative workshops on writing and crafts, to dramatisation and interactive storytelling using props and costumes. There are events designed for every year group, primary and secondary, as well as CPD events for teachers and education workers, which are led by experts in the field of education.
Primary schools have the Book Festival all to themselves on RBS Gala Day, which takes place on the last day of the festival each year. An extravaganza of world class authors, storytelling, illustration, jokes and magic; it's a day chock-full of fun and learning.
Come and join in the fun at the largest festival of author and arts events for children in the world!
Get the brochure
Download the 2010 RBS Schools brochure here or from the home page of website.
Important dates
| Fri 23 April | Schools booking opens |
| Fri 14 May | RBS Transport Fund application deadline |
| Fri 28 May |
Successful RBS Transport Fund applicants emailed Your deadline to amend or cancel bookings |
| Mon 7 June |
Invoice for finalised booking emailed to your school Teacher information packs and book order forms emailed to your school |
| Thurs 5 Aug | Reminder and final information emailed to your school |
| Mon 23 Aug | RBS Schools Programme begins |
| Tues 31 Aug | RBS Schools Programme ends |
| Fri 1 Oct | Deadline to invoice for RBS Transport Fund reimbursement |
Sign up for our Education & Schools e-bulletins
Get the latest information on our RBS Schools Programme and education projects by signing up for our Education & Schools e-bulletins. All you have to do is go to the emailing list link at the very top of this webpage and fill in the form. Make sure you place a tick next to ‘Education & Schools Information' to receive the relevant e-bulletins.