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Going to school is important for your child's future and you are legally responsible for making sure they attend regularly. If your child's attendance gives cause for concern, an Education Welfare Officer will visit your home to look at how this can be improved.

Contact details

  • Education welfare service
  • Telephone: 0131 469 2970
  • Westwood House
    498 Gorgie Road
    Edinburgh
    EH11 3AF

Availability

Mon - Fri, 9am to 5pm, Fri 9am to 3.45pm Emergency Social Work service, Monday-Thursday: 4.45pm - 8.45am next day Weekends: 3.45pm Friday - 8.45am Monday Public Holidays 24 hour cover

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