The EIS is committed to the promotion of sound learning, rooted in equality. We oppose racism in all its forms, and advocate for educational establishments to be safe, inclusive environments for all children, young people and staff.
On this area of our website, you can find out more about the EIS’s work towards race equality, access opportunities, events and learning, and useful anti-racist learning resources.
If you have a suggestion for what you think should be included on the website, please email John Harris (jharris@eis.org.uk).
"What do we need to do to make the case for the importance of relationships and sex education in Scotland?"
Mark Smith says, I think there needs to be an overhaul of what we dedicate the most time to, especially for Secondary schools where there is so much focus on exams.
Ross…
"What can be done to help this generation of young people who are struggling with mental health issues?"
Mark Smith says, I think staff are working really hard to ensure this is not a lost generation. As Ross mentioned earlier, our current exam method may not be the best in…
We now move on to the Q&A session. Our panel are asked, What do you think about getting pupils and students more involved in their local communities as a way to teach citizenship and to increase learning outside of the classroom? Mark Smith responds that citizenship should indeed…
View our archived material on Anti-Racism within Scotland’s education system
