Information on local schools in Aberdeen for dependants of international students can be found on the Aberdeen City Council website http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/ under "Education and Learning", then "Schools". You can make enquiries about schools; however, it is usually better to wait until you have arranged accommodation for your family before choosing a school as your choice depends on the area where you will be living.
Childcare facilities are limited and can be expensive. There is a registered nursery at the University, the Rocking Horse Nursery, but early booking is advisable as places are limited - www.abdn.ac.uk/central/depts/extra/nursery. Further information regarding childcare in Aberdeen can be found at: http://www.childcarelink.gov.uk/. Please take childcare costs into consideration when planning your budget.