Scotland

The latest news, analysis, investigations and professional advice covering everything to do with the schools sector in Scotland

Today

20th Mar 2026

NEU: Reform would make education ‘hostile place’ for many children
General secretary Daniel Kebede, speaking ahead of his union’s annual conference, warns that Reform is pushing ‘divisive messages’ – while Reform says ‘unions are driving down standards’
A picture of NEU general secretary Daniel Kebede

Yesterday

19th Mar 2026

Single national approach to teacher induction essential, says GTCS
Shake-up of Teacher Induction Scheme must include consigning the term ‘probationer’ to the past, says General Teaching Council for Scotland
Single national approach to teacher induction essential, says GTCS
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National guidance advises complete ban on vapes in Scottish schools
Schools told of legal responsibility to dispose of vapes and lithium batteries safely in new government guidance that also addresses other substances and their use in schools
National guidance advises complete ban on vapes in Scottish schools

Thursday

12th Mar 2026

What’s happening with admissions in Scotland’s primary schools?
Scotland has many half-empty rural primaries and oversubscribed urban ones – and both scenarios prompt concerns about equitable access to education, argues Catriona Egerton
What’s really happening to Scotland’s primary schools?

Wednesday

11th Mar 2026

How modern studies can thrive amid curricular reform
Modern studies is unique to Scotland and has an intrinsic topicality – but how will the subject secure its place in the curriculum as global events move at a breakneck pace?
How modern studies can thrive amid curricular reform

Thursday

5th Mar 2026

Why sustainable school leadership will be crucial in Scotland
Trust in teachers, investment, ‘cross-party coherence’ and sustainable leadership must be cornerstones of Scotland’s educational future, says secondary school leaders’ body
Why sustainable school leadership is a crucial issue in Scotland

Wednesday

4th Mar 2026

Scottish LAs struggle to meet growing demand for music lessons
Campaign group calls for ‘consistency and transparency’ in drive to offer free instrumental music tuition for all pupils, as record overall numbers take lessons
instrumental music report Scotland

Thursday

26th Feb 2026

Why oracy must become a priority in Scottish schools
Scotland should look to the experience in England, where the teaching of oracy has been ‘reframed’, say teachers Holly Drummond and Kirsten Fenton
Why oracy must become a priority in Scottish schools

Tuesday

24th Feb 2026

4 election priorities for secondary school leaders in Scotland
School Leaders Scotland publishes a manifesto for the upcoming parliamentary election, demanding action on the teacher workforce, funding and exams
4 election priorities for secondary school leaders in Scotland

Thursday

19th Feb 2026

What now for Gaelic education in Scotland’s schools?
The Scottish Languages Act has been hailed as a seminal moment for Gaelic, with schools expected to play a pivotal role in securing its future
What now for Gaelic education in Scotland's schools?

Wednesday

18th Feb 2026

New Scottish law ‘strengthens pupils’ rights’ over religious observance
Legislation is designed to give children a stronger voice in decisions around their participation in religious education and observance in schools
Boy praying

Thursday

12th Feb 2026

Where next in Scottish education’s search for a fairer system?
Long-held beliefs about the purpose and nature of school education are being challenged in Scotland and far beyond, say Christopher Chapman and Graham Donaldson
Where next for Scottish education in quest for a fairer system?