LEITH SCHOOL OF ART
A UNIQUE AND SPECIAL PLACE
Weekend Workshops
September 2025 - May 2026
Join us for a one-off weekend course.
Summer School 2026
13 July - 21 August 2026
Early Booking Discount ends 31 March 2026!
Applications Open for 2026/27
Applications for our Year-long Courses for 2026/27 are now open!
Including our Art & Design Foundation Diploma, accredited by SQA, SCQF Level 7
Open Days 2025/26
Our Open Days are a fantastic opportunity to visit and see the School and courses in action at both campuses.
A leading Scottish Art School in Edinburgh
Leith School of Art is an independent art college with charitable status and approved by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). With our excellent staff to student ratios and high quality teaching, the School is an exceptional place to learn whether you are an established artist or a complete beginner.
We want our high quality teaching to be available to everyone and are committed to providing access to our courses to people of all backgrounds, experience and aspiration, irrespective of age, ability or personal circumstances. We pride ourselves on our supportive and nurturing environment, and welcome all those who want to learn about art and design.
Leith School of Art is recognised as an approved centre by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)
Term Dates 2025/2026
Year-long Courses:
Term 2: Spring Term
Monday 5 January 2026 – Saturday 21 March 2026
Half Term: 16 - 21 February 2026
Short Courses:
Term 2: Spring Term
Monday 5 January 2026 – Saturday 28 March 2026
Half Term: 16 - 21 February 2026