Schools Encouraged To Get Growing For National Children’s Gardening Week
Classrooms across the UK are being encouraged to get outdoors and start growing as National Children’s Gardening Week returns this month. Taking place from 24 May to 1 June, the annual event celebrates gardening and outdoor learning while encouraging children to connect with nature through simple hands-on activities. Schools, nurseries and families are all being […]
Applications for Holiday Hub support for the next academic year now open
Families of children with disabilities and additional support needs are being encouraged to apply for the Council’s Holiday Hub provision, with the window now open for applications until 3 June 2026. The Council has offered Holiday Hubs to eligible school age children and young people for over two decades – offering vital school holiday provision […]
AI Guidance for Schools
Guidance on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Scotland’s schools has been published for the first time. The guidance aims to support those working in schools to use AI in a fair, safe and ethical way. It provides information on the potential benefits of using AI and the issues to be mindful of, while […]
Revolutionising Gamified Learning
Revolutionising Gamified Learning: Sumdog’s Anti-Rush System Celebrating it’s 15th birthday this year, Sumdog has long been a favourite among teachers and pupils for making maths fun through gamification. Now, with the introduction of a new Anti-Rush System, teachers across Scotland have a new tool at their disposal to enhance learning outcomes and improve maths accuracy. […]
Schools in Edinburgh adopt Scottish Government guidance on school uniforms aiming to reduce the cost of the school day for families in the City
Councillors agreed at Education, Children and Families Committee that the Scottish Government guidance on school uniform will apply to all City of Edinburgh Council schools. In line with the decision, schools in the city should not require branded school items as a compulsory part of their uniform policy. Uniform policies should be flexible and include […]