Police Probe Hoax Threat Emails Targeting Scottish Schools
Police are investigating after schools across Scotland received bomb threat emails, which are being treated as a hoax. Schools in Glasgow, Edinburgh, East Renfrewshire and East Lothian, among other local authorities, received the messages. Both primary and secondary schools are believed to have been targeted. Schools in Northern Ireland also received an email claiming that […]
Starting Primary 1: Advice to Help Autistic Children Make the Move from Nursery to School
Starting Primary 1 is a huge milestone for any child, but for autistic children the move from nursery or Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) into school can bring some additional challenges. A new environment, unfamiliar adults, different routines, busy playgrounds and noisy lunch halls can all take time to adjust to. The Autism Toolbox, which […]
New Resource Launched to Help Scottish Schools Tackle Hate Crime and Prejudice
A new resource has been made available to help teachers and education staff across Scotland recognise, prevent and respond to hate crime and prejudice-based behaviour in schools. Education Scotland’s Hate Crime and Prejudice-Based Behaviours resource is designed to improve understanding of prejudice and hate crime within education settings and give staff practical information on how […]
New Gaelic Learning Resources Launched for Teachers and School Leaders in Scotland
Teachers and school leaders across Scotland can now access two new professional learning resources designed to support Gaelic education and help develop Gaelic language skills. Education Scotland has launched the new self-directed online activities, allowing teachers and education professionals to work through the resources at their own pace and at a time that suits them. […]
Leadership training to empower headteachers
Training opportunities for school leaders will continue to be supported by the Scottish Government helping develop leadership skills, improve job satisfaction and benefit pupils and staff. The Scottish Government is providing £395,000 to the Head Teachers’ Leadership Academies (HTLA), run by Columba 1400, which will be matched by the Hunter Foundation. This brings total Scottish […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
Scottish School Open Days 2026: Dates Near You
Looking for a school open day near you? Whether you’re considering your local secondary school, looking at a placing request or exploring Scotland’s independent schools, an open day or evening is one of the best ways to get a feel for a school before making your decision. We’ve rounded up Scottish school open days and […]
School Trips Scotland: The Complete Guide for Teachers
Last updated: August 2026 Looking for inspiration for your next school trip? Scotland is packed with opportunities to take learning beyond the classroom. From historic castles and royal palaces to science centres, museums, wildlife attractions and outdoor residentials, there are experiences to complement almost every area of the curriculum. A well-planned school trip can do […]
New School Uniform Rules: What Parents in Scotland Need to Know
Parents may have seen headlines claiming that schools will only be allowed to require three branded uniform items from September 2026. However, there is an important detail for families in Scotland: the new three-item rule does not apply to Scottish schools. The change applies to schools in England. Scotland has its own school uniform guidance, […]
Farm to Fork Lessons for Scottish Schools
Scotch Beef UK GI, Scotch Lamb UK GI and Prime Scottish Pork come from animals that are born and reared in Scotland. They are produced on farms that are part of Quality Meat Scotland’s (QMS) Quality Assurance Schemes. Make it Scotch champions Scotland’s flagship red meat brands. It also provides free resources to help educators […]