Scotland
The latest news, analysis, investigations and professional advice covering everything to do with the education sector in Scotland
Yesterday
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
How outdoor learning can reshape Scottish education
Creative outdoor learning should play a more central role within curriculum and learning, says Patrick Boxall
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
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
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
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