Tes Scotland

School timetabling has often been the preserve of lone experts, yet experts say it’s the engine that drives a school – so everyone should be getting under the bonnet. Emma Seith talks to Scotland editor Henry Hepburn about his long read on how school timetables are changing, what the impact could be and the barriers in the way of innovation.

School attendance in Scotland – and beyond – has become a huge concern since Covid.  Emma Seith talks to Scotland editor Henry Hepburn about her long read on attendance. Why are things going in the wrong direction, what is the impact and, crucially, what can schools do about it?

National Progression Award have rapidly grown in popularity in Scottish schools. The absence of exams and the “real-world” application of the 267 NPAs on offer – in courses as varied as criminology, esports, Gaelic songwriting and end-of-life care – hold huge appeal to schools and students at a time when assessments and qualifications are being reformed – although some doubts remain. Scotland editor Henry Hepburn talks to senior reporter Emma Seith about her long read for Tes on the rise of NPAs.

Scotland editor Henry Hepburn talks about his visit to award-winning Alva Academy to find out about the huge range of offerings to students – in the core timetable and beyond – and the school’s remarkable bonds with the surrounding community. Meanwhile, senior reporter Emma Seith tells us what she learned after securing the first in-depth, sit-down interview with new education secretary Jenny Gilruth.

Scotland editor Henry Hepburn and senior reporter Emma Seith talk about their latest big read, on a group of experienced secondary heads who have invited the world to see their boldest and most innovative practice.