Scotland’s schools are in line to receive a share of over £120 million next year to help close the poverty-related attainment gap, Deputy First Minister John Swinney has announced. Edinburgh’s share of the pot will be £7.45 million. Continue reading Pupil Equity Funding announced
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Making maths fun: John Swinney launches Christmas Maths Challenge
Primary pupils across Scotland received a series of festive-themed maths puzzles to take home for the school holiday as part of a drive to encourage more positive attitudes towards numeracy and maths. The five puzzles are aimed at Primary Six pupils and their families to complete over the holidays as a fun way of exploring maths outside the classroom. Continue reading Making maths fun: John Swinney launches Christmas Maths Challenge
Craigroyston summit: ‘a common focus to drive up standards’
‘everyone around the table shared my desire to ensure Scottish education is the best it can be’ – Education Secretary John Swinney
Headteachers across Scotland will be provided with extra support to deliver excellence in schools and work to close the attainment gap, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced yesterday as she hosted a summit on raising attainment in Scotland’s schools. Continue reading Craigroyston summit: ‘a common focus to drive up standards’