Learn about this national guidance and CPD resource, which is built on research and seeks to promote evidence-based approaches.
Introduces a resource created to assist practitioners in implementing the recommended two hours of high quality physical education. Practical ideas from a variety of pre-school and primary settings are shared.

An introductory video about how this active learning initiative can be used to support the teaching of mathematics. Paula Morrison, Acting Headteacher talks about the benefits of Forest Schools to promote active approaches to learning in a fun, challenging local environment.

This video clip outlines the crucial role played by parents, other family members and the wider community in supporting learning at home and outside school.

Gary Kildare (IBM Vice President and Senior Executive in Scotland) explains why skills, and in particular the development of thinking skills, are essential to children and young people.
A conversation, in French, among three people about school subjects, part-time jobs and career aspirations.

Author James Robertson talks about why it's important for schools to study Scotland.

James Robertson reads the poem 'Braid Claith' by Robert Fergusson.

Alasdair Allan MSP talks about his experiences of studying Scotland in primary and secondary school and why it is important for children to continue to learn about Scotland today.

Meteorologist Heather Reid talks about raising the awareness of opportunities for pupils to study science and engineering in Scotland.

National Poet, Liz Lochead talks about studying Scotland in school and why it's important.

Actor and comedian Sanjeev Kohli relives his experiences of studying Scotland in school and what he thinks should be taught in the classroom today.

Restaurant owner Shirley Spear tells us why studying Scotland is important to her.
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