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Primary 1 Registration Week

Primary 1 registration opens Monday 12 January and closes Friday 16 January 2026. This is for children who turn five between 1 March 2026 and 28 February 2027.

Find out how to register

Winter advice

Be prepared and stay safe this winter.

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Awareness events calendar

A list of local, national and international causes and events we will acknowledge our support throughout the year.

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Latest News

Latest news on Mauchline CARS – Action Plan Approved 22 December 2025
Latest news on Mauchline CARS – Action Plan Approved
The amended Mauchline CARS Action Plan was approved at Cabinet on Wednesday 3 December.
Planned roadworks at Ayrshire Innovation Park, Crosshouse 18 December 2025
Planned roadworks at Ayrshire Innovation Park, Crosshouse
As construction continues apace at the site of the new Ayrshire Innovation Park, Moorfield Kilmarnock, some essential roadworks will be commencing on Monday 5 January 2026 for approximately ten weeks.
Christmas message from Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader, East Ayrshire Council 16 December 2025
Christmas message from Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader, East Ayrshire Council
What is Christmas all about? It’s a time for reflection and looking forward to the year ahead and what’s yet to come.
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