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Senior editor at Tes magazine
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An over-emphasis on exclusion can obscure the complex issues behind pupil behaviour in schools, says
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general secretary Andrea Bradley
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Why exclusions focus may obscure bigger picture in Scotland
Schoolsâ right to exclude should be maintained, but this should not distract from the need for more staff and other critical issues that affect behaviour, says Andrea Bradley
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/exclusions-focus-may-obscure-bigger-picture-scotland
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An over-emphasis on exclusion can obscure the complex issues behind pupil behaviour in schools, says
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general secretary Andrea Bradley
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Why exclusions focus may obscure bigger picture in Scotland
Schoolsâ right to exclude should be maintained, but this should not distract from the need for more staff and other critical issues that affect behaviour, says Andrea Bradley
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/exclusions-focus-may-obscure-bigger-picture-scotland
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Scotlandâs heads need more support on exclusion, says report
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Scotlandâs heads need more support on exclusion, says report
Think tank calls for ministers to make it clearer to headteachers that their school will be backed if they decide to exclude
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/headteachers-need-support-on-school-exclusions-scotland
2 days ago
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Playing music at school âboosts skills for Stem careersâ
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New Magazine Experience
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/music-education-playing-music-develops-skills-for-careers-jobs@makingmusicuk.bsky.social
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Why technicians must be central to Stem rethink
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Why technicians must be central to Scottish Stem rethink
The âmixedâ health of Stem education in Scotland highlights the âindispensable role of school techniciansâ, says Alastair MacGregor
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/technicians-central-scottish-stem-rethink
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Why technicians must be central to Stem rethink
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Why technicians must be central to Scottish Stem rethink
The âmixedâ health of Stem education in Scotland highlights the âindispensable role of school techniciansâ, says Alastair MacGregor
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/technicians-central-scottish-stem-rethink
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We know how crucial primary-secondary transition is - yet in England you're far more likely to be taught by a non-specialist in the first year of secondary than in any other year. Is it the same in Scotland?
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Year 7s commonly taught by non-specialist teachers
Some 36 per cent of secondary teachers report that a non-specialist is teaching children who have just moved up to their school, a Teacher Tapp poll for Tes shows
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/school-year-groups-taught-by-non-specialist-teachers-subjects
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Tes magazine
5 days ago
Only a small proportion of disadvantaged high achievers in maths at primary go on to fulfil their potential,
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research warns
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Warning over lost potential of young maths high achievers
Fewer than one in 10 disadvantaged high achievers in maths at primary go on to achieve at least a B at A level, UCL research shows
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/the-lost-potential-disadvantaged-high-achievers-in-maths-primary-school
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Bryn
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Almost certainly more likely in Scotland as the line for non-specialists is often drawn at BGE, whereas in England there's no hard line. For maths I imagine the percentage would be very high.
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The British Council's Language Trends Scotland survey for 2025-2026 has opened - you can take part here:
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A warm welcome to new
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reporter
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We know how crucial primary-secondary transition is - yet in England you're far more likely to be taught by a non-specialist in the first year of secondary than in any other year. Is it the same in Scotland?
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Year 7s commonly taught by non-specialist teachers
Some 36 per cent of secondary teachers report that a non-specialist is teaching children who have just moved up to their school, a Teacher Tapp poll for Tes shows
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/school-year-groups-taught-by-non-specialist-teachers-subjects
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Lisa McCabe
7 days ago
Shout out to EYs colleagues in this article. Other good advice too.
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The Welsh education secretary has warned local authorities that school leaders must now get 'uninterrupted rest' at weekends and during holidays.
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Welsh heads to get âprotected leaveâ during weekends and holidays
School leaders must be given âuninterrupted restâ, Walesâ education secretary has told local authorities after years of campaigning by NAHT Cymru
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/headteachers-in-wales-get-protected-leave-during-weekends-and-holidays-workload
7 days ago
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Here's what new data tell us about the state of Scotlandâs school buildings:
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What is the condition of Scotlandâs school buildings?
The number of school buildings given the highest rating has dropped significantly in the past four years, but the Scottish government points to more positive data
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/condition-scotland-school-buildings
8 days ago
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Tes magazine
9 days ago
'There is a strange, technically perfect yet glossy superficiality to what it produces â a kind of detached soullessness': an English teacher on why AI canât match pupilsâ authenticity when it comes to creative writing
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AIâs âsoullessâ writing canât match pupilsâ authenticity
English teacher Jack Dempsey says nothing beats marking work that shows a student riding the brainwave of an idea
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/specialist-sector/ais-soulless-writing-cant-match-pupils-authenticity
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Henry Hepburn
7 essential principles for outdoor learning in Scottish schools, from
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7 essential principles for outdoor learning in Scottish schools
Class teachers must be given flexibility to go out into school grounds and beyond, says leading outdoor-learning expert Juliet Robertson
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/7-essential-principles-outdoor-learning-scottish-schools
11 days ago
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Juliet Robertson
13 days ago
Worthwhile. Got my first newsletter today - very good summary.
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7 essential principles for outdoor learning in Scottish schools, from
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7 essential principles for outdoor learning in Scottish schools
Class teachers must be given flexibility to go out into school grounds and beyond, says leading outdoor-learning expert Juliet Robertson
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/7-essential-principles-outdoor-learning-scottish-schools
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Henry Hepburn
Make sure to sign up to our new, more in-depth (and free) weekly Tes Scotland newsletter - here's the first one, from last Thursday.
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Were teachers overpromised on contact time?
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Make sure to sign up to our new, more in-depth (and free) weekly Tes Scotland newsletter - here's the first one, from last Thursday.
email.tes.com/t/cr/AQiOjhA...
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Were teachers overpromised on contact time?
https://email.tes.com/t/cr/AQiOjhAQw5WBARj_____B5A5lw6JUDJYJC3oh-SKmRvn8WKKIdRCdKl_y8i_1JA3
14 days ago
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Henry Hepburn
Essential reading for today -
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interviews new SQA chief executive Nick Page
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New SQA CEO: Qualifications Scotland will be âvery differentâ
But changes ushered in by SQA replacement body Qualifications Scotland will take time, new chief executive Nick Page says in a Tes Scotland interview
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/new-sqa-ceo-qualifications-scotland-different
20 days ago
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Henry Hepburn
ICYMI: John Swinney's speech to mark 10 years of the Scottish Attainment Challenge - what did he say?
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Swinney: Schools âanchor institutionsâ when it comes to tackling poverty
First minister makes âpleaâ for better use to be made of the âtrusted relationshipsâ schools have with families
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/swinney-schools-anchor-institutions-tackling-poverty
21 days ago
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Henry Hepburn
Tes magazine
19 days ago
In an exclusive interview, DfE behaviour and attendance ambassador
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tells Tes why strict behaviour policies help pupils with SEND to âflourishâ âŹïž
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Tom Bennett: strict rules âdovetail perfectlyâ with inclusion
The DfE attendance and behaviour ambassador defends his record and tells Tes why he wants to check on teacher-training providers
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/tom-bennett-strict-rules-dovetail-inclusion
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Essential reading for today -
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interviews new SQA chief executive Nick Page
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New SQA CEO: Qualifications Scotland will be âvery differentâ
But changes ushered in by SQA replacement body Qualifications Scotland will take time, new chief executive Nick Page says in a Tes Scotland interview
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/new-sqa-ceo-qualifications-scotland-different
20 days ago
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This is the latest Week in Scotland newsletter, just out - make sure to sign up for free to get it straight to your inbox every Thursday.
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Were teachers overpromised on contact time?
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20 days ago
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Emma Seith
20 days ago
Out now: Tes Scotland speaks to new SQA boss, Nick Page He talks about qualifications reform; if the levies paid by councils can remain fixed; why Qualifications Scotland "can't be a rebrand"; and why it's "sensible" to review accreditation in 2 years
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New SQA CEO: Qualifications Scotland will be 'very different'
But changes ushered in by SQA replacement body Qualifications Scotland will take time, new chief executive Nick Page says in a Tes Scotland interview
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/new-sqa-ceo-qualifications-scotland-different
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Henry Hepburn
Consultation starts on the future of school inspection in Scotland:
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Consultation launched on future of school inspection in Scotland
Improvements to school inspection are essential to drive up standards in schools, says education secretary
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/consultation-future-school-inspection-scotland
20 days ago
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20 days ago
We want to see an independent ASN inspection team. To improve practice, outcomes, highlight areas that need improvement. Inspect from an ASN perspective and include people who are neurodivergent. Absolutely nothing about us without us. Simple.,
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Robert Macmillan
20 days ago
How about 360° inspection? Inspecting the inspectors and making sure the whole process is transparent.
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Consultation starts on the future of school inspection in Scotland:
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Consultation launched on future of school inspection in Scotland
Improvements to school inspection are essential to drive up standards in schools, says education secretary
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/consultation-future-school-inspection-scotland
20 days ago
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ICYMI: John Swinney's speech to mark 10 years of the Scottish Attainment Challenge - what did he say?
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
@emmaseith.bsky.social
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Swinney: Schools âanchor institutionsâ when it comes to tackling poverty
First minister makes âpleaâ for better use to be made of the âtrusted relationshipsâ schools have with families
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/swinney-schools-anchor-institutions-tackling-poverty
21 days ago
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Essential reading from
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- 'Is Jonathan Haidt right about smartphones?'
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Is Jonathan Haidt right about smartphones?
In âThe Anxious Generationâ, Haidt makes the case that social media and smartphones have ârewiredâ todayâs teenagers, but his critics say the evidence tells us something very different - and that bann...
https://www.tes.com/magazine/teaching-learning/general/jonathan-haidt-anxious-generation-right-about-smartphones
21 days ago
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What did John Swinney say in his speech to mark 10 years of the Scottish Attainment Challenge?
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https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/swinney-schools-anchor-institutions-tackling-poverty
22 days ago
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Tes magazine
21 days ago
đ± Is Jonathan Haidt right about smartphones and screens?
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speaks to the Anxious Generation author â and his critics â in this in-depth investigation into one of today's major education debates. Read the full article here âŹïž
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Is Jonathan Haidt right about smartphones?
We speak to The Anxious Generation author â and his critics â about a key challenge for schools
https://www.tes.com/magazine/teaching-learning/general/jonathan-haidt-anxious-generation-right-about-smartphones
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What did John Swinney say in his speech to mark 10 years of the Scottish Attainment Challenge?
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https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/swinney-schools-anchor-institutions-tackling-poverty
22 days ago
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Henry Hepburn
'Why cyberattacks on Scottish schools make digital skills crucial'
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Why cyberattacks on Scottish schools make digital skills crucial
Digital threats seem to be everywhere - yet the digital part of childrenâs identities cannot be removed when they step inside a school, says Professor David Lundie
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/why-cyberattacks-scottish-schools-make-digital-skills-crucial
23 days ago
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NEW: Scottish teachers back industrial action over contact time
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Scottish teachers back industrial action over contact time
Members of both the EIS and SSTA unions have signalled support for strike action if the reduction in class-contact time is not delivered
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/scottish-teachers-back-strike-over-class-contact-time
26 days ago
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'Why cyberattacks on Scottish schools make digital skills crucial'
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Why cyberattacks on Scottish schools make digital skills crucial
Digital threats seem to be everywhere - yet the digital part of childrenâs identities cannot be removed when they step inside a school, says Professor David Lundie
https://www.tes.com/magazine/analysis/general/why-cyberattacks-scottish-schools-make-digital-skills-crucial
23 days ago
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NEW: Scottish teachers back industrial action over contact time
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Scottish teachers back industrial action over contact time
Members of both the EIS and SSTA unions have signalled support for strike action if the reduction in class-contact time is not delivered
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/scottish-teachers-back-strike-over-class-contact-time
26 days ago
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School anxiety âa big factorâ in ASN pupilsâ absence, finds
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report
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School anxiety âa big factorâ in ASN pupilsâ absence
Children with additional support needs who are not attending school often lack âappropriate support and positive relationships with trusted adultsâ, says report
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/school-anxiety-big-factor-asn-pupils-absence
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School anxiety âa big factorâ in ASN pupilsâ absence, finds
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report
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School anxiety âa big factorâ in ASN pupilsâ absence
Children with additional support needs who are not attending school often lack âappropriate support and positive relationships with trusted adultsâ, says report
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/school-anxiety-big-factor-asn-pupils-absence
27 days ago
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Henry Hepburn
What does new data reveal about the education outcomes of looked-after pupils and school leavers in Scotland?
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Looked-after pupils in Scotland: what do latest figures show?
While short-term indicators may raise concerns, ministers point to progress made in the education outcomes of looked-after children over a decade and a half
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/looked-after-pupils-scotland-latest-figures
28 days ago
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Emma Seith
about 1 month ago
A Scottish Covid Inquiry report shares the views of 2,000 young people on what schools and teachers should do to protect learning in the event of another pandemic
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reports
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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7 ways Scottish schools can be better prepared for a pandemic
A Scottish Covid Inquiry report shares the views of 2,000 young people on what schools and teachers should do to protect learning in the event of another pandemic
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/how-scottish-schools-can-be-better-prepared-pandemic-covid-inquiry
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What does new data reveal about the education outcomes of looked-after pupils and school leavers in Scotland?
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Looked-after pupils in Scotland: what do latest figures show?
While short-term indicators may raise concerns, ministers point to progress made in the education outcomes of looked-after children over a decade and a half
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/looked-after-pupils-scotland-latest-figures
28 days ago
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Henry Hepburn
Only 1 in 4 Scottish local authorities meets the national standard for habilitation support, leaving some children with vision impairment waiting more than a year for help with basic independence skills, finds report by
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www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Children with vision impairment can wait 18 months for basic help
Habilitation services, which are crucial if children with vision impairment are to overcome educational and other barriers, face a âgrowing crisisâ in Scotland
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/specialist-sector/children-vision-impairment-can-wait-18-months-basic-help
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Only 1 in 4 Scottish local authorities meets the national standard for habilitation support, leaving some children with vision impairment waiting more than a year for help with basic independence skills, finds report by
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Children with vision impairment can wait 18 months for basic help
Habilitation services, which are crucial if children with vision impairment are to overcome educational and other barriers, face a âgrowing crisisâ in Scotland
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/specialist-sector/children-vision-impairment-can-wait-18-months-basic-help
about 1 month ago
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Henry Hepburn
Tes magazine
about 1 month ago
Exclusive: GCSE exam papers at two exam boards were affected by a major cyberattack earlier this year, but Ofqual confirms that exams students sat were not affected
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Exclusive: GCSE exams hit by February cyberattack
Exam papers from two boards were affected, but Ofqual says students can have âfull confidenceâ in their results this year
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/gcse-exams-hit-by-cyberattack
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Emma Seith
about 1 month ago
New: Most requests for specialist places in S1 are rejected, new data shows - with secondary heads saying support for ASN pupils in mainstream schools is becoming âunmanageableâ
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Most requests for specialist places in S1 are rejected
Support for ASN pupils in mainstream schools is becoming âunmanageableâ as families are struggling to find specialist provision, warn secondary school leaders
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/asn-most-requests-specialist-places-s1-are-rejected
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NEW: Support for ASN pupils in mainstream schools is becoming âunmanageableâ as families are struggling to find specialist provision, warn secondary school leaders
www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Most requests for specialist places in S1 are rejected
Support for ASN pupils in mainstream schools is becoming âunmanageableâ as families are struggling to find specialist provision, warn secondary school leaders
https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/asn-most-requests-specialist-places-s1-are-rejected
about 1 month ago
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