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. […]
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 […]
Making learning accessible: Why SEN-friendly jotters matter
In Scotland’s diverse classrooms, inclusive education isn’t just a goal, it’s a daily practice. Every pupil brings unique strengths and challenges, and it’s our job to ensure they all have the tools they need to thrive. One of the simplest yet most powerful resources we can offer? The humble jotter. While standard jotters work well […]