In the first of an occasional series, In Our Own Words, read this powerful and heartfelt blog by the Assembly's Co-ordinator about the importance, value and privilege of listening to, and hearing from, parents, carers and families about their experiences. parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-news/…

It's been a busy year for Assembly members! As the school year ends, we'd like to thank the amazing Assembly parent & carer members as well as the education partners who've been keen to hear the voices of parents & carers to help shape their work. We wish everyone a good summer!

We welcome and appreciate National Autistic Society's continued fight for mandatory neurodiversity training for all school staff - a call backed by so many parents and carers. Children deserve understanding, inclusion and support.

The Education (Scotland) Bill received Royal Assent last week. The Act introduces Qualifications Scotland & the independent Inspectorate of Education. Read Connect's brief summary, with a focus on how parents, carers & young people will be more involved. connect.scot/news/education…

The Scottish Government has responded following the publication of our Additional Support for Learning (ASL) Call to Action report earlier this year. Read the response here 👇 parentcarerassembly.scot/.../scottish-g…...