Scotland
The latest news, analysis, investigations and professional advice covering everything to do with the schools sector in Scotland
Friday
5th Nov 2021
WATCH: Greta Thunberg addresses pupils at COP26 rally
Climate activist condemns world leaders’ inaction after thousands of young people march through Glasgow
WATCH: Pupils march for climate action at COP26
Thousands set off from Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Park to demand more action on climate change from world leaders
COP26: Studying geography has never been more important
Geography is in serious decline in Scottish schools, says subject specialist Iain Aitken
Politicians can cut teacher workload if they want to
The sudden appearance of a long-called-for travelcard for Glasgow ahead of the COP26 conference proves that the authorities can tackle teacher workload if they really want to, writes Henry Hepburn
Why confusion reigns over assessment reforms
The Scottish government has said that it backs reform of national qualifications and assessment – but the big question is how far it is willing to go, writes Emma Seith
10 questions with... Catherine Nicol
Catherine Nicol, new president of the Scottish Secondary Teachers’ Association, talks about her ‘unusual’ journey into teaching and how school staff have ‘too many masters’
Thursday
4th Nov 2021
Changes made to improve school ventilation ‘very small’
There has been ‘very limited’ action taken by councils on ventilation beyond ensuring windows can be opened, says education secretary
WATCH: Teachers and pupils speak out at COP26
We are facing a climate emergency but how is that being addressed in school – and what support do teachers need?
Wear a Skirt to School Day: what you need to know
A Scottish primary has been thrust into the media spotlight after encouraging all pupils to wear a skirt to school, but it is not alone
Malala and COP26: climate crisis harms girls’ education
Better education of girls is essential in the response to the climate crisis, say young activists