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).
The Teachers’ Panel of the SNCT met to consider the lack of progress on the Scottish Government’s manifesto commitment to reduce the weekly class contact time maximum for teachers in Scotland to 21 hours. #EISNews
We warmly welcome you to join us on Saturday 7th December, 10am-2pm, in the Glasgow Area Office, for Strengthening Family Engagement.
Delivered by Strathclyde University, this course will support practitioners to consider the role of parents and families in their setting and to…
Today is International day of Disabled Persons. Disabled workers bring a wealth of skills and experience to our profession. Unfortunately, many struggle to access the reasonable adjustments they require to fully and effectively participate in working life on an equal basis with…
"We have seen alarming behaviour where some boys are exhibiting sexually aggressive behaviour towards women teachers, controlling behaviours towards women and violent behaviour. The verbal abuse is disgusting, and sexual assault has occurred." #16days #VAWG
View our archived material on Anti-Racism within Scotland’s education system