Education Scotland

Education Scotland is leading a systematic review of the Scottish curriculum called the Curriculum Improvement Cycle. Here is a message from our Chief Executive, Donna McMaster, on what’s in store for next week!

Want to gain a national perspective in the education system? Then why not join us as an Education Scotland Associate (ESA)? We're looking for ESAs with specialisms in Maths Week Scotland, ELC, & Curriculum Improvement Cycle. Apply here before 31 May: ow.ly/qZkg50Z07QQ

When setting a password in #GlowScot there is a minimum requirement and you will get a password rating as you type to reflect this. As it’s #NationalNumeracyDay on Wednesday 20 May – can you pick the strongest numeracy-themed password example?

Join our sessions in May & June to explore the key elements in the following new guidance: - Responding to substance use in schools - Whole school approach to responding to racism - Included, Engaged, and Involved: Improving Attendance Sign up here 👉 ow.ly/zhKB50YYfEu

🤝 Relationships Still Matter A new five session professional learning series on understanding behaviour and strengthening relationships. 📅 19 May to 4 June 2026 💻 Online 🔗 Find out more and register education.gov.scot/events/

⭐Congratulations to Baljaffray Primary School in East Dunbartonshire Council on achieving a full #STEM Nation Award! The school has been praised for creating a culture of community learning, where pupils, staff, and families learn together through a shared vision.

New guidance on the national approach to promoting and managing attendance in Scottish schools was published in March 2026. Come along to our online session from 4-5pm on 2 June to explore the key elements of this new guidance. Sign up here 👉 ow.ly/Uqrq50YYao5

New guidance on whole school approaches to responding to racism was published in March 2026. Come along to our webinar from 4-5 pm on 21 May to explore the key elements of this guidance and learn how to implement it. Sign up here 👉 ow.ly/zVIt50YXyMm

We are delighted to welcome Donna McMaster as our new Chief Executive. Donna brings a wealth of experience to the role and will apply her expertise to lead Education Scotland through this crucial period of refocus and change.

🔍Good luck to all learners sitting exams this month. The @YoungScot #AyeFeel website provides young people with information on looking after their emotional wellbeing & signposts to support. Visit the #GlowScot RM Unify App library to find out more. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

New guidance on responding to substance use in schools was published in March 2026. Join us for an online session from 4-5 pm on 20 May to explore the key elements in this guidance. Sign up here 👉 ow.ly/Ha8n50YXvYH

📢 Applications open The ASN Teachers’ Programme (Cohort 2) is a free, national professional learning opportunity for aspiring and current ASN teachers. 🔗 Find out more: ow.ly/mZ0k50YT68v Closing date – Midnight Sunday 31st May 2026

This week we're continuing our focus on the Curriculum Improvement Cycle for Interdisciplinary Learning. Check out our reel from Karen Flynn, Area Manager at Kirktonholme Childcare!

This week we’re continuing our focus on the #Curriculum Improvement Cycle (CIC) for Interdisciplinary Learning. Check out our latest podcast episode 👇 ow.ly/pVYz50YWwNN Audrey Buchanan, QIO, shares why she joined the CIC's Interdisciplinary Learning Core Group 👇

Lots of advice and guidance is available for parents and carers on supporting young people when they are preparing for exams. Find out more 👇 ow.ly/XNOk50YIGFo

🤝 Creating inclusive ELC environments starts with the right support. This page brings together guidance and resources to support children with additional support needs. 🔗 ow.ly/nshT50YIG7o

Good luck to learners ahead of the exam diet starting this week. Lots of advice and guidance is available for parents and carers on supporting young people preparing for exams. Find out more 👇 ow.ly/hqbO50YIGy2

🔍Good luck to learners ahead of the exam diet starting. The @YoungScot #AyeFeel website provides young people with lots of useful information about how to look after their emotional well-being. Visit the #GlowScot RM Unify App library to find out more.

Looking for guidance and resources to support children with additional support needs in ELC? 💻 Our new page brings together policy, professional learning and practical support in one place. 🔗 ow.ly/oZoE50YIFSH

💭 Keeping Trauma in Mind A new five‑session online professional learning series to support a trauma‑informed and responsive education workforce. 📅 28 April – 2 June 2026 💻 Online 🔗 Find out more and register: ow.ly/ClPX50YI9iZ