41 m. ago Back to school season ushers in hunger for broadening musical horizons with 82 per cent of Scottish children interested in learning a musical instrument

New research from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) reveals that the public’s appetite to discover orchestral music has hit a record high - and, among school children in Scotland, the new academic year starts with a record number of children wanting to learn a musical instrument.

Culture

17 h. ago 48 of the best photos capturing 90s highs and lows, to bring back memories of epic decade

It was the decade which brought the curtain down on the millennium and did so in style.

Culture

27 h. ago Auchencairn Primary receives praise from Education Scotland inspectors

Officials from Education Scotland gave the school a 'very good' mark for raising attainment and achievement.

Politics

50 h. ago Dumfries school achieves 'very good' rating from Education Scotland inspectors

Georgetown Primary was recognised for its 'strong focus on improving the health and wellbeing of all children' and 'effective leadership.

Politics

2 d. ago Disabled child, eight, is barred from summer camp after mother's gender

She had applied for her son, who has several severe physical defects, to go to charity Over The Wall's trip from July 6 to 8 at Strathallan School in Perthshire, Scotland.

Politics

7 d. ago Dad of ecstasy death schoolgirl holds tearful summit with Scotland's victims minister

Grieving Stewart Handling has been battling for justice for daughter Grace, 13, since a court found the culpable homicide case against the man who gave her drugs not proven.

Politics

7 d. ago Paisley school applauded for inspection performance as councillors highlight strengths

Education Scotland rated Gleniffer High School 'good' for learning, teaching and assessment and raising attainment and achievement.

Politics

9 d. ago Scotland education: Dramatic surge in Scottish home schooling blamed on violence in classrooms

In Dumfries and Galloway, the number of children home schooled more than quadrupled over a four year period.

Events

1 week ago 33 glorious photos capturing 60s and 70s seaside holiday memories, including famous faces at the beach

Donkey rides, Punch and Judy shows, windbreaks and striped deckchairs.

Culture

1 week ago Scotland schools retro: 27 photos showing popular teachers and headteachers of the 90s

Everyone has a favourite teacher from their school days.

Culture

1 week ago Hunter Foundation offers schools prize pot worth £40,000 via new 'If I Ruled Scotland' competition

The Hunter Foundation (THF) is calling on school pupils to drive new ideas for Scotland’s future by asking them what they’d do if they ruled the country.

Economics

1 week ago West Calder High School’s work to tackle bullying receives national recognition

The school have been awarded the Respect Me Reward by Scotland’s leading anti-bullying organisation for their positive efforts in this area.

Politics

2 w. ago 33 totally bodacious 80s photos taking you back to the decade of excess, from big hair to big personalities

They were unapologetically loud, brash and full of colour.

Culture

2 w. ago Scotland retro: 39 atmospheric photos bring the 70s back to life, from famous faces to lost department stores

If you grew up in Scotland during the 1970s, these photos are sure to bring memories of an unforgettable decade flooding back.

Culture

2 w. ago Scotland's top sandwich filling named by Aldi as school meals increase by 20%

Did your favourite make the top three?

Politics

2 w. ago First day at school for Lanarkshire youngster who was Scotland's youngest Covid patient

Peyton Maguire was just three weeks old when she was diagnosed with Covid in the early days of the pandemic - but has bounced back and is now heading for Primary One

Science

3 w. ago Scotland's pupils should be 'banned from leaving school at lunchtime' to boost health

Brian Whittle MSP has raised some innovative ideas for boosting pupil health in Scotland’s schools

Events

3 w. ago The time capsule photos of a 'lucky' Scottish village and its people

There can be few villages in Scotland as well documented as St Monans.

Culture

3 w. ago 39 nostalgic photos capture golden age of Butlin's holiday camps, from glamorous grannies to monorail

For many people it remains the epitome of a British holiday by the sea.

Culture

3 w. ago Which books will Nationals English pupils read 2025? The Scottish texts teachers can choose

Scotland’s school reading list recently got a bit of a refresh 📚

Politics