Scotland
The latest news, analysis, investigations and professional advice covering everything to do with the education sector in Scotland
Wednesday
17th Apr 2024
Nicola Killean: Young people not raising behaviour as issue
But children ‘always’ want to talk about education – and ensuring they are heard on reform will be an early focus, says Scottish children’s commissioner
Jenny Gilruth: ‘Curriculum for Excellence is working’
Education secretary defends Scottish curriculum, a day after Tes Scotland reports on research concerns over a ‘lack of clarity’ in CfE
How creating a podcast is helping students’ exam revision
A Scottish school’s podcast – involving well-known authors – has been ‘invaluable’ to students preparing for an English exam, says teacher Peter Kelly
Friday
12th Apr 2024
Trans students’ attainment ‘limited’ by discrimination
Bullying and discrimination are leaving trans students ‘unable to concentrate’ in class and causing some to drop out of school altogether, research warns
Inspection tips for middle leaders in Scottish schools
After experiencing a school inspection recently, teacher Alan Gillespie shares his list of do’s and don’ts for anyone preparing for an inspector to call