Calls for more guidance for schools on handling sexual image sharing
Schools need more robust guidance on how to respond to abuse through sexual image sharing, a study suggests.
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Cuts in S4 subject choices impacting on pupils, committee told
A reduction in the number of subject choices in some schools is having a significant impact on pupils’ prospects, MSPs have been told.
Ofsted should scrap ‘outstanding’ rating, report suggests
Ofsted should scrap its “outstanding” rating and replace it with a more robust system for identifying specific excellence, a report has recommended.
Parents admit turning to church to get their children into good school
Going to church, buying a second home or using a relative’s address are some of the tactics used by parents to get their child into a good school, a report has revealed.
Council accused of ‘spin’ over £100 million Aberdeen schools plan
Aberdeen City Council’s ruling coalition has been accused of “spin” over a £100 million schools plan.
Council in £100 million plan to build four new schools in Aberdeen
The report to be put before the committee is to include schools in the Millitimber, Tillydrone, Torry and Countesswells areas of the city.
North-east schools encouraged to enter this year’s Rock Challenge
Schools in the north-east have been urged to enter this year’s Rock Challenge.
Chief Inspector of Schools defends Ofsted amid scrutiny
The Chief Inspector of Schools has defended Ofsted’s work, saying the education watchdog is “absolutely not” under-performing.
Dolphinwatch team launches project for Aberdeen school pupils
A wildlife charity has launched a north-east schools programme as part of its Dolphinwatch project.
Six out of 10 parents think smartphones should be banned in school – survey
Over half of parents believe that smartphones should be banned inside school, according to a survey.
Drivers facing instant fines for parking outside Aberdeen schools
Drivers will be slapped with instant fines for stopping outside Aberdeen schools as part of proposals for a pilot scheme.
England facing secondary school places ’emergency’, councils warn
England is facing a secondary school places “emergency” with more than 130,000 children at risk of missing out on places over the next five years, town hall bosses have warned.
Two dozen drivers caught speeding near school during one lunch break
Twenty-four drivers have been stopped by police for speeding near a primary school during just one lunch break.
732 teenagers score clean sweep of 9s after shake-up in GCSEs
Just 732 teenagers scored a clean sweep of 9s this summer, with more girls scoring straight top grades than boys.
GCSE pass rates rise after biggest shake-up for a generation
GCSE pass rates rose this year in the wake of the biggest shake-up of the exams for a generation.
Here is the lowdown on the new GCSE grading system
GCSEs in England have undergone sweeping changes as part of education reforms that began under the coalition government.
New GCSE grading sends demoralising message, heads warn
As teenagers wait for GCSE results, headteachers have raised concerns that the new grading system sends a “demoralising message” to students who are likely to score lower results in their exams.
Gallery: It’s Back to School day for kids across the north-east
With today marking the first day back for many kids across the region we’ve asked our readers to share pictures of their youngsters as they head out the door. You can send your images to ee.pictures@ajl.co.uk or you can message them direct to us on Facebook
School exclusion rule found to discriminate against children with disabilities
Children with disabilities face discrimination under equality laws which allow schools to exclude them for “challenging behaviour”, a judge has ruled.
Exam boards target social media in cheating crackdown
Exam boards have set up dedicated teams to monitor social media as part of moves to clamp down on cheating.
Hike in expulsions and suspensions in England’s schools
More than 40 children a day are being expelled and over 2,000 suspended from England’s state schools, figures suggest.
Holes to be drilled in north-east school’s walls as part of safety check
Inspections are set to take place at a north-east school as part of a wider programme of checks for structural defects.
Aberdeenshire Council points to new school construction projects under way
Aberdeenshire Council said a number of projects – including the construction of two new academies – was under way as it looked to modernise its school estate.
How do the schools in Aberdeen rank for condition and suitability?
Schools in Aberdeen were measured on the extent to which the building and its grounds are appropriate, looking at factors including space and facilities.
How do the schools in Aberdeenshire rank for condition and suitability?
Schools in Aberdeenshire were measured on the extent to which the building and its grounds are appropriate, looking at factors including space and facilities.
Two in five physics teachers do not hold degree in the science, figures show
Nearly two in five physics teachers do not have a degree in the science, according to new figures.
North-east pupils flying the flag for region at Rock Challenge final
A north-east school is getting ready to take part in this year’s Rock Challenge final.
Plans for CPR training in Aberdeen schools move forward
Aberdeen City Council is to work with a major charity to bring forward proposals to introduce CPR training in secondary schools.
‘Pinball kids’ shunted around care system, report finds
Thousands of “pinball kids” are being shunted around the care system, facing multiple changes to their home, school or social workers, a report warns.
‘Pinball kids’ shunted around care system, report finds
Thousands of “pinball kids” are being shunted around the care system, facing multiple changes to their home, school or social workers, a report warns.