Scotland
The latest news, analysis, investigations and professional advice covering everything to do with the education sector in Scotland
Today
23rd Jul 2024
Need to know: Scottish schools and Microsoft Office changes
From August access to desktop versions of Microsoft apps like Word and Outlook will end via schools’ intranet Glow – here’s what it means for teachers and school leaders
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How outdoor learning can reshape Scottish education
Creative outdoor learning should play a more central role within curriculum and learning, says Patrick Boxall
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Thursday
18th Jul 2024
Youth work ‘under-appreciated’ and ‘under-resourced’, finds CLD review
It calls for ‘fairer distribution’ of education spending, as budgets for schools, colleges and universities ‘dwarf’ the amount spent on CLD
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How cycling can help students with ASN reach their potential
An ‘active travel’ project built around bikes has given a newfound sense of self-belief to students with significant additional support needs, explains this principal teacher
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Tuesday
16th Jul 2024
Improving education standards slips down priority list for Scots
Fewer than one in 10 think improving education standards should be the Scottish government’s top priority – with the economy, health and housing all deemed more important
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UNCRC introduction is ‘historic day’, says commissioner
The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child has now come into force in Scotland – but experts warn pupils and families will still need support in exercising their rights
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