HMIE

12/06/2026

A reminder that applications have reopened for the Chair of the new HMIE Advisory Council, with an extended deadline to allow further interest in this important national role.

The Council is being formed to represent the views of those affected by inspection, and to provide advice to the Chief Inspector.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior education leader to help shape scrutiny and support improvement across Scotland’s education system.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the Council reflects the voices and needs of learners, educators and communities.

The chosen candidate will chair the Advisory Council for a period of two years, with the option to extend following review. Advisory Council meetings will be held quarterly and the Chair must be able to commit to 10 to 15 days per year.

💰 This is a fee paid role with a daily rate of £292.

🗓️ Applications close at 23:59 on Tuesday 16 June 2026.

For further information and to apply, visit the link in the comments.

11/06/2026

📘 We’ve published our latest inspection findings for special schools and units (2024/25).

The report highlights strong relationships and inclusive environments across the sector, alongside improving leadership and a growing focus on raising attainment.

It also shows that there is still too much variability in learning, teaching and assessment, and that learners are not always sufficiently challenged.

👉 Read the report by following the link in the comments.

10/06/2026

📢 Final reminder to register for our upcoming webinar!

Improving Gaelic Learner Education: What Works – From Inspection Evidence to Improvement

🗓 Thursday 11 June 2026
⏰ 3:45–5:15 pm

Discover effective practice in Gaelic (Learners) education identified through inspection evidence across early learning, primary and secondary settings.

Hear from HM Inspectors and practitioners leading innovative approaches to:

⭐ Building a strong culture of language, identity and immersion
⭐ Designing creative 3–18 Gaelic curricula
⭐ Increasing learner participation and progression
⭐ Strengthening family learning and community connections
⭐ Responding effectively to legislation and national priorities

Suitable for education leaders, teachers, support staff and curriculum partners - whether you currently offer Gaelic (Learners) or Gàidhlig Medium Education, or are exploring future provision.

The session will also highlight how HMIE’s latest inspection findings can support self-evaluation and school improvement planning, with opportunities for questions and professional reflection throughout.

Watch the short clip below from one of our participants and register using the link in the comments 👇

09/06/2026

📖 Children should experience strong progression across all areas of learning.

Our findings show that while literacy and numeracy pathways are well developed, progression across other areas of the curriculum is less consistent. Strengthening this will support more coherent learning.

👉 Read more by following the link in the comments.

08/06/2026

📚 Consistency in learning and teaching matters.

Our latest inspection findings show that while practice is strong in many primary classrooms, there is still too much variation in pace, challenge and support.

Strengthening consistency will help all children make the best possible progress.

👉 Read more by following the link in the comments.

05/06/2026

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Read our report into secondary school inspection findings (2024/2025) here 👇

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📘 We’ve published our latest inspection findings for secondary schools (2024/25).

The report highlights strengths in relationships, wellbeing and leadership in many schools. It also shows that there is still too much variation in the quality of learning and teaching, and that improving attainment remains a key priority.

This is the first in a series of reports we’ll be publishing over the coming weeks, building a national picture across all education sectors.

Read the report by following the link in the comments 👇

05/06/2026

🤔 Have you seen our latest 'In Conversation' video on how Falkirk Council is working to ensure schools receive the right support at the right time?

In this discussion, colleagues share how they developed a new approach to recognising schools’ strengths and identifying where additional support could have the greatest impact.

The conversation explores the introduction of a network of experienced school leaders, known as Quality Associates, who work alongside schools to offer fresh perspectives, constructive challenge and tailored support to help drive improvement across the local authority.

Follow the link in the comments to watch the full conversation and find out how collaboration, shared expertise and a collective commitment to improvement are making a positive difference for children and young people across Falkirk 👇

04/06/2026

📘 We’ve published our latest inspection findings for primary schools (2024/25).

The report highlights strong relationships, inclusive learning environments and improving leadership across the sector. It also finds that there is still too much variation in the quality of learning and teaching, and that schools need to strengthen how they track and support children’s progress.

This is the second in a series of reports we’re publishing over the coming weeks, building a national picture across education sectors.

👉 Read the report by following the link in the comments.

03/06/2026

🤔 How do you make sure schools get the right support at the right time?

Hear from Falkirk Council as they discuss how they developed a new approach to understanding schools' strengths and identifying where additional support was needed.

In this latest 'In Conversation' video, colleagues share how they introduced a network of experienced school leaders, known as Quality Associates, to work alongside schools, offer fresh perspectives and help drive improvement across the local authority.

Watch the full conversation by following the link in the comments to learn how collaboration, shared expertise and a collective commitment to improvement are helping to make a difference for children and young people across Falkirk 👇

02/06/2026

📚 Consistency in learning and teaching is essential to ensuring every young person has the opportunity to succeed.

Our inspection findings show that while many classrooms demonstrate strong practice and positive learning experiences, there remains too much variation across schools.

By strengthening planning and assessment, schools can help ensure that all learners benefit from high-quality teaching and support.

👉 Read the inspection findings by following the link in the comments.