In the classroom
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Exploring the poppy’s story
The poppy is arguably one of the most iconic and poignant symbols across Scotland and the UK. Now, a new vehicle of exploration is sharing the story of the poppy, thanks to Poppyscotland.
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What is Dyscalculia? IDLS look at how to identify and assess it in schools
In Scotland, dyscalculia is an under-researched learning difficulty and as a result there is little guidance for teachers on how to support learners with the condition.
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My school days: Sir Chris Hoy
Teachers bring subjects and activities to life, leaving their students inspired after their time behind the school gates. We spoke to six-time Olympic gold medal winner, Sir Chris Hoy, to find out about his time at school. Before cyclist Chris Hoy was knighted, had a velodrome named after him and became a successful author, he attended George Watson’s College in Edinburgh. His…
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Having an open discussion on mental health in the classroom
In the wake of Mike Thalassitis’s death it is important to create an open environment to discuss mental health in the classroom.
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Mental Health and Wellbeing award launches for schools
With half of mental health problems in adulthood beginning before the age of 14, the addition of the Mental Health and Wellbeing award to the curriculum is a step in the right direction. The award aims to help young people understand more about their own mental health and wellbeing as well as how to help others. It…
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Scottish Teachers Sign up for Mindfulness Training
Teachers from around Scotland are being given the opportunity to learn mindfulness skills directly from the organisation that pioneered the meditative technique in UK classrooms. Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP), which introduced secular mindfulness to British education seven years ago, is holding training sessions for both secondary and primary teachers in Edinburgh this October. Participants…
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