Join us for the second session in our Science Curriculum Improvement Cycle webinar series on Wednesday 29th October 4:00 to 5:30pm. This session will provide: Updates on the progress of the Science Curriculum Improvement Cycle (CIC) A focus on cross-cutting … Continue reading →

The work to review and update Scotland’s 3-18 sciences curriculum is now well underway. The Curriculum Improvement Cycle (CIC) process, which began for sciences in November 2024, offers a structured way to review and refresh the 3–18 sciences curriculum. The … Continue reading →

Education Scotland is delighted to announce that Spartans Community Foundation in North Edinburgh has become the first community learning and development provider to achieve the STEM Nation Award. Debbi McCulloch, CEO at Spartans Community Foundation, said: “We are honoured to … Continue reading →

We are pleased to share the PISA 2025 Support Package for Scotland, developed by Education Scotland in collaboration with Scottish Government and the National Foundation for Educational Research. These support materials are designed to help schools prepare for their participation … Continue reading →

Want to learn more about Education Scotland’s STEM Nation Award programme? The flyer below illustrates the many benefits of engaging with the programme and shows how this whole setting approach to STEM improvement links with other programmes and priorities in … Continue reading →

Download the flyer below to learn more about the support that’s available for ELC settings, schools and CLD providers embarking on their STEM Nation Award journey. In addition to the resources and events listed on the flyer, our friendly team … Continue reading →

Download this guide for ELC practitioners to explore how the STEM Nation Award aligns with Froebelian principles and practice. STEM Nation Award for Froebelian settings

Welcome to our February newsletter which is packed with news, resources and support for science and STEM education. We’ll update this blog with new offers as they come in – so remember to revisit this page for the latest updates! … Continue reading →

Education Scotland leads national networks for STEM partner organisations. Here are some of the links to programmes and events coming up in February and March 2025 which they shared at our most recent network meetings. Dynamic Earth Careers showcase in … Continue reading →

Applications for the Research Placement Programme for S5 pupils are now open. Formerly the Nuffield Research Placement Programme, S5 pupils get the opportunity to spend 2 or 3 weeks in a university or industry over the summer, completing a research … Continue reading →