It all looks a bit different from schools now - but these photos from the Evening News archives show that kids had fun and a chance to develop their talents beyond the classroom just as they do today.
There was the boys' mouth organ band at Carrick Knowe, the Edinburgh Corporation Primary Schools orchestra, a golf demonstration at Boroughmuir Secondary School and an opera put on by James Gillespie's and George Heriot's. And of course, plenty football teams and sports days.
These great pictures from several decades ago capture the atmosphere of the times. See if you can spot yourself - r your parents or grandparents.
9. Peffermill primary pupils
Children from Peffermill primary school at a Music Festival rehearsal in October 1964. | TSPL Photo: TSPL
10. St Patrick's primary football team
Team picture of St Patrick's primary school football team with trophy in April 1964. | TSPL Photo: TSPL
11. Hunters Tryst primary football team
Hunters Tryst primary school football team in 1964 | TSPL Photo: TSPL
12. Prestonfield primary football team
Prestonfield primary school football team in 1964. | TSPL Photo: TSPL