International Advice Service: support for families

Students and staff with children aged 0-5 can apply for a place at the University of Dundee Nursery located in the Dundee University Students' Association (DUSA) building and Airlie Place. 

Places are available full-time or part-time. There is often a waiting list so you are advised to enquire and apply early. 

To enrol your child at a local nursery school you should contact the school directly to find out about places, and their enrolment process.

This group meets every Wednesday morning during University term time from 10:00am to 1:00pm in the Chaplaincy Centre near the Library.

It is an opportunity to meet and make new friends and practise speaking English. Toys are available for children and there are free refreshments.

Applications for primary school places can only be submitted once you are in the country.

Dundee is a multilingual city with over 60 languages spoken in local schools. The bilingual service offers support to pupils, their parents and teachers.

The Adult Learning section of Dundee City Council provides opportunities to learn new skills, make connections, and join personal development programmes.

They also run English classes for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

Find support for families, including families with twins and multiples, or children between birth and five with additional needs.who have additional ne

PEEP Groups (Parent Early Education Partnership) promote the role of parents and carers as their child’s first and most important educator.

The DIWC provides a range of social, educational, recreational and volunteering activities, such as classes, training, information and advice.

Programmes include English language classes, cooking classes and IT skills classes for women of all ages

Dundee and Angus College offers full and part time courses leading to internationally recognised English language qualifications. Information on fees and how to apply can be found on the website

Find activities to enjoy with your family on Dundee City Council's events listing.

If you have difficulties understanding English, please contact the Dundee Translation and Interpretation Service at the Mitchell Street Centre.

The Mitchell Street Centre Adult Learning Team also offer ‘Learning in the Community’, free internet access, and a crèche.