During May and June, in collaboration with Education Scotland, I will be delivering a series of six hour-long webinars (with a seventh “debrief” session) designed to upskill participants in the use of Insight.

The content of the course will be targeted at senior school leadership and those with a whole school raising attainment role.  Local Authority secondary attainment leads are also very welcome to attend.

More detailed information, including booking information, for the webinar series can be found within the Recent Updates section of the Insight Padlet .

Are you ready for the next step in your professional learning journey? Join us to learn more about the University of Glasgow’s BA Childhood Practice. Spaces are available to start in August 2025.

 

We will be hosting two Childhood Practice student information events in the coming weeks – please join us on Wednesday 6 May at an online event between 6pm and 7pm, or come to our on campus event in the University of Glasgow’s St Andrew’s Building on 7 May between 5 and 7 pm.

 

The BA Childhood Practice Programme is designed for those working in day care services for children enabling students to meet SCCC requirements for lead practitioner.

 

We hope you can join us to hear about the programme and meet the team and ask any questions you may have.

 

• The programme encourages reflective practice, professional growth and leadership development.

 

• You will engage in a vibrant mix of face to face and live online seminars, complemented by self study guides and interactive online spaces.  Our approach emphasises active participation, both individually and collaboratively, to develop your knowledge and skills and expand your professional networks, all supported by an encouraging team of lecturers and tutors.

 

• Our part time twilight sessions run from 18:30 – 20:30, designed to fit in with your busy working lives

 

• You can hear some of our current students talk about their experience at University of Glasgow here:  BACP testimonials 1.mp4

 

To confirm your attendance, please select your preferred date.  30 April for online and 07 May for face to face visit to the campus.

 

We look forward to meeting with you!

 

University of Glasgow Childhood Practice Online Open Evening – Tuesday 06 May

 

University of Glasgow On Campus Open Evening – Wednesday 07 May

The School Nursing Team are going to provide an information session in each cluster. This will cover the information from the modules on SBLearn – Asthma, Anaphylaxis and Epilepsy.

Unfortunately there will not be an input from the diabetic team. It will still be a requirement that the staff attending complete the modules online prior to this session as the team will provide additional support and answer any queries which staff may have.

Agreed dates are below:

19 August 2025 – Galashiels Academy (9am – 10am)

19 August 2025 – Hawick High School (9:45am – 10:45am)

19 August 2025 – Selkirk High School (11am – 12 noon)

19 August 2025 – Eyemouth High School (12noon – 1pm)

19 August 2025 – Jedburgh Grammar Campus (1pm – 2pm)

19 August 2025 – Kelso High School (2:15pm – 3:15pm)

20 August 2025 – Earlston High School (4pm – 5pm)

12 September 2025 – Kingsland Primary School (1.30pm – 2.30pm)

20 October 2025 – St Margaret’s Primary School:

• 11am-12pm – support staff
• 1pm-2pm – teaching staff

Spaces can be booked through Business World. Private & Voluntary Nurseries or Childminders are welcome to join these sessions.

Next session each cluster will be hosting an Emergency First Aid session. The dates confirmed so far are confirmed below. These courses will be added to Business World (course title – Paediatric & Emergency First Aid – Education Only) but if you already have a cohort in mind for your cluster please contact CLPL@scotborders.gov.uk direct with names and employee numbers asap.

PLEASE NOTE – all staff who attend this training will receive two certificate confirming they can deliver emergency first to adults and children.

Tuesday 19 August 2025 – Jedburgh Grammar Campus and Earlston High School

Monday 20 October 2025 – Hawick High School (not on Business World – contact CLPL@scotborders.gov.uk to book)

Monday 23 February 2026 – Kelso High School (not on Business World – contact CLPL@scotborders.gov.uk to book)

Tuesday 5 May 2026 – Eyemouth High School (not on Business World – contact CLPL@scotborders.gov.uk to book)

 

SMC Conference, to be held at the University of Stirling on Saturday 17th May. The organising committee would be grateful if you were able to share the information below with your networks, and encourage them to sign up for what promises to be a great day!

Ticket prices for 2025: £80 for a standard ticket; £20 for folk from Highland and the Scottish Islands; £10 for students. There are only 150 tickets on sale this year, so sign up quickly.

Information about the workshops on offer is here: https://bit.ly/SMC2025workshops

Buy tickets and sign up for workshops here: https://bit.ly/SMC2025tickets

There is a good range of sessions across ALL stages of mathematics education. Come and join the vibrant community of folk interested in numeracy and maths – you know you want to!

 

We are thrilled to announce the return of the Scottish Food and Textiles Teachers’ Conference for 2025, hosted by UHI Perth.

This year’s conference focuses on sustainability and offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of our in-person networking relationships, hear updates from shareholders, see inspirational showcases, and participate in hands-on workshops.

Event details:

• Saturday 24 May 2025, 9am – 4.30pm
• UHI Perth, Brahan Building, Crieff Road, Perth, PH1 2NX

We would be delighted to have you join us for this enriching event, and hope we can look forward to seeing you there!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-food-and-textile-teachers-conference-tickets-1307912283849?aff=oddtdtcreator

Welcome to the Future of Learning!
In a world where creativity, collaboration and real-world problem solving matter more than ever, project-based learning (PBL) is reshaping education right here in Scotland. This session is your chance to dive into the inspiring work already happening in schools and organisations across the country.

Join us to find out more about the schools and organisations that are already delivering project-based learning in Scottish schools. From the groundbreaking Creative Thinking Qualification now active in over 60 high schools, to entrepreneurship-focused PBL at The High School of Glasgow, engineering innovation at Grove High School in Dundee, and sustainability-driven projects through the qualification at Dollar Academy—Scotland is already leading the way.

Whether you’re just curious or already on the journey, this session will open doors to new possibilities for learning, teaching, and shaping the future.

Let’s explore what’s possible—together.

Register here https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4f7b7fc4-0188-4a91-b275-213f2714029c@0ef77447-1083-4dec-b89f-27c765076840