LEITH SCHOOL OF ART
A UNIQUE AND SPECIAL PLACE
Weekend Workshops
September 2025 - May 2026
Join us for a one-off weekend course.
Holiday Courses
Monday 13th - Friday 17th October 2025
Spend an intensive full week on our Portfolio Preparation course or let a mess-loving and creative Young Artist loose on our 3-day half term course.
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 and Short Courses:
Term 1: Autumn Term
Monday 15 September 2025 – Saturday 6 December 2025
Half Term: 13 - 18 October 2025
Art & Design Foundation Diploma:
Term 1: Autumn Term
Monday 8 September 2025 – Thursday 11 December 2025
Half Term: 13 - 18 October 2025