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Gail Preston
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Scottish education isn’t a fairytale - but it’s not a horror story either
There’s a worrying narrative around teaching in Scotland, writes headteacher Gail Preston, and we need to respond by emphasising the positives of the profession
General
23 April 2026
How we can change the narrative around Scottish education
We need more creative ways to judge Scotland’s schools
There is an ‘uncomfortable duality’ in an education system that champions social justice but relies on assessment that is ‘wholly inappropriate’ for many young people, says head Gail Preston
Secondary
26 March 2026
Are there more creative ways of evaluating Scotland’s schools?
6 lessons in leadership from a brand-new school
Building a school community from scratch provides a distinct insight into educational leadership, says headteacher Gail Preston
Strategy
7 January 2025
six in the deep end