
Admissions
Learn about our admissions process
Applications for Aug 2026 entry for P1 and some primary stages is currently open. There are only a limited number of spaces. Please provide your details by applying below to arrange a school visit. First school visits for Aug 2026 entry are expected to be held in Nov 2025.
Please note entry for Aug 2025 at P1 is currently FULL
(You can enquire to be added to a waiting list)
How to Apply – School visit
The first stage of the process is to complete a short form with your child’s details. Click “Register for admissions” found on this page. The school will then get back to you with an information pack as well as details of available school visit slots. You are encouraged to bring your child along to the visit where we will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have.
Assessment with your child
Following the visit, if you are interested to progress, we will arrange an assessment slot where our teaching staff will spend some time with your child (usually 20mins) to get to know them and assess their needs. We will also ask you to complete a full admissions form. This is required before any decision for admission is made.
Offers
The school endavours to provide decisons for admission within one week from the assessments and completed paperwork being received. In some cases this may take a little longer depending on the circumstances and if the school requires further information to make a decsion.
Applying for 2027, 2028, 2029 or 2030 entry?
Applications are currently being made for Aug 2026 entry, however you are able to place an interest for 2027/28/29/30 admission years where we will maintain your details on our lists and get back to you in due course. Please complete the same form. Many of our parents do this and we are currently maintaining lists up to 2030 entry.
Fees
Olivewood Primary is an independent, non-profit, fee-paying school. Our fee structure is decided annually and ensures that the provison is accessible to a wide range of families. The school is supported by a regular subsidy through an investment by its charitable proprietor, the Glasgow Mena Trust. Annual fees and care provision vary (typically £4,800/annum) but depend on the number of children with discounts available for sibilings.