Rethinking Daily and Weekly Planning in Scottish Primary Schools
In the whirlwind of a primary classroom, lesson planning is our roadmap. But somewhere along the way, planning evolved from a functional teaching tool into a demanding bureaucratic task. With teacher workload firmly at the centre of national debate, it is time to recalibrate what daily and weekly planning should actually look like in Scotland. […]
Winter heating help for over 1 million people
An estimated 1.4 million payments will be made to people across Scotland to help with heating their homes this winter, with payments set to begin from October. The Scottish Government’s unique package of winter heating benefits provides guaranteed support to pensioners, low-income households and families with disabled children and young people. Pension Age Winter […]
Balancing Boundaries and Belonging: Navigating Scottish Government Guidance on Consequences
The conversation around behaviour in Scottish schools has reached a critical juncture. For teachers on the ground, the daily reality often feels like a painful squeeze. On one side, headlines report a rise in complex, post-pandemic behavioural challenges and increasing staff burnout. On the other hand, high-level policy insists on absolute adherence to children’s rights. […]
Seven Everyday Essentials for a More Focused School Day
When classroom concentration dips, the usual response may be to buy new stationery or introduce a stricter study timetable. However, hydration, sleep, food, movement and a child’s surroundings can also affect how prepared they feel to learn. Yusuf Okhai, Managing Director at ION8, says physical and emotional preparation should not be overlooked. “A student’s environment and […]
More Than a Name Change: Why You Are a Provisionally Registered Teacher From Day One
Every Friday, Twinkl Scotland will be discussing a new theme for Scotland4kids and S4k Teachers’ Edition readers. This weeks theme is Probationers. Scotland is officially phasing out the term probationer in favour of a new title: Provisionally Registered Teacher (PRT). While the structure of the Teacher Induction Scheme (TIS), including your timetable and entitlement to […]
Views sought on food price controls on everyday items
Households struggling with food costs could benefit from price controls on essential items under proposals published for consultation. Fulfilling one of the commitments made for the Scottish Government’s first 100 days, views are being sought on the proposals and accompanying draft Bill. These are intended to ease cost of living pressures, particularly for lower income […]
Food Allergies: What Every Parent Needs to Know
A food allergy diagnosis can leave parents feeling frightened, overwhelmed and full of questions. Suddenly every meal, birthday party and school trip can feel like something that needs careful planning. According to paediatric allergist Dr Alice Hoyt, those feelings are completely understandable – but they don’t have to define family life. “No parent wants this […]
Twinkl Scotland & Scotland4kids: Championing Scottish Education
We’re delighted to announce an exciting new collaboration between Twinkl Scotland and Scotland4kids – bringing together two organisations with a shared passion for supporting children, families and educators across Scotland. Twinkl Scotland is committed to creating high-quality, curriculum-aligned resources that help make learning engaging, accessible and enjoyable. Scotland4kids has long been a trusted source of […]
How to Inspire a Love of Reading at Home
Choice plays a huge role in helping children develop a genuine love of reading. Young readers are far more likely to engage with books when they feel they have ownership over what they read. Whether it’s fantasy adventures, football annuals, joke books, manga, graphic novels, comics or short non-fiction, every type of reading has value. […]
Ultimate Family Summer: Your Time in Argyll & the Isles
If you’re still searching for the perfect last-minute family getaway, there’s no need to travel far to find unforgettable adventures. Just a few hours from many parts of Scotland, Argyll & the Isles offers everything you need for a memorable summer holiday – from stunning beaches and island escapes to wildlife encounters, castles and outdoor […]
Unlocking Scottish History & IDL Through Fiction
As primary educators across Scotland prepare for the term ahead, finding the right hook to inspire learners while balancing Interdisciplinary Learning (IDL) can feel like a tall order. That is precisely what the latest Summer Special episode of Let’s Chat: Leading Learning with Twinkl Scotland aims to solve. Hosted by Gillian Steven, Twinkl Scotland’s Primary […]
New website launched to help parents navigate child maintenance
A new website, co-developed with parents with lived experience of both paying and receiving child maintenance, has launched to help families understand and be able to navigate the child maintenance system better. The website was developed by a working group made up of parents with lived experience, One Parent Families Scotland, Fife Gingerbread, Citizens Advice Scotland, Scottish Women’s […]