Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 24/09/2026But most of all, 2 years of working with the most amazing, inspiring parents and carers. To every member who has given their time, shared their experiences and trusted us with their story - THANK YOU! 🥰 000
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 03/09/2026Connect's Kristin Armour, Scottish Assembly of Parents & Carers project co-ordinator, has been appointed to the Strategic Advisory Council of Qualifications Scotland www.qualifications.gov.scot/news/new-str... 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 02/09/2026📣Earlier this year, Assembly members came together to share their experiences of learning in schools. Members shared their views on learning and curriculum, reporting and communication, digital learning, parental engagement and more! parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... 000
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 04/08/2026🥳Wishing everyone the very best on Results Day! To every young person collecting results today - well done for the hard work you've put in, and to the parents and carers who've supported them every step of the way.💙 100
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 26/06/2026As many schools across Scotland approach the end of term, we'd like to wish all families a restful and enjoyable Summer break!☀️ The @parentcarerassembly.scot team are still here throughout the summer. We hope you all have the chance to relax, recharge and enjoy some sunshine! 🧡 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 20/05/2026💛Assembly members recently worked with Education Scotland to gather parent and carer views to help shape their future direction. We’d like to thank Education Scotland for their open and constructive approach to engaging with parent voice. parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 10/04/2026A small but important moment for parent voice💛 New guidance has been published on sensory-inclusive learning environments and our Assembly members work on Additional Support for Learning has fed directly into it. 111
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 03/04/2026Wishing everyone a peaceful Spring break! Thank you for all your support and interest! 000
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 03/04/2026Wishing everyone a peaceful Spring break! Thank you for all your support and interest in the important work Assembly members do in helping parents' voices to be heard. 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 25/03/2026Read our full message here👇 parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... #ParentVoice #WorkingTogether 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 23/03/2026📖A powerful blog from one of our parent members, sharing the reality of navigating the education system when things don't work the way they should. It's honest, brave, and a reminder of why parent voice matters so much. parentcarerassembly.scot/.../our-own-.... #ParentVoice 020
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 06/02/2026Read Assembly co-ordinator Kristin Armour's latest blog as she reflects on the power of collective voice, the privilege of working alongside the extraordinary Assembly members and the pathway to change and improvement in Scottish education. parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... 011
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 17/11/2025Their national consultation is a great chance to make your voice heard. Share your views before the deadline of 26 November 2025: ow.ly/YE6050WS5qw. #schoolinspectionsarechanging #HMIE 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 14/11/2025📢ASSEMBLY MEMBERS – our Parent Curriculum Experience Survey is launching later today! Keep an eye on your inbox for your survey link. 🔎Want to get involved too? Find out more and join us here 👇 parentcarerassembly.scot/.../recruitm... 032
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 29/10/2025📣RECRUITMENT NOW OPEN! We're delighted to announce that the Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers is opening recruitment for new members! 📩To note your interest, please apply here: connectscot.tfaforms.net/f/sapcapplic... 155
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 03/10/2025A huge thank you to all our Assembly members. Your experiences and insights ensure that lived reality is at the centre of these discussions. 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 11/08/2025The 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.... 000
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 04/08/2025📣NEW: In Our Own Words Blog - Balancing Paid Work & Caring: A Complex Relationship. In this honest and moving reflection, Denise shares what it means to let go of a career she loved to care for her daughters - and the deep emotional weight that comes with that decision. 111
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 26/06/2025It's been a busy year for Assembly Members! As the school year ends, we'd like to thank the amazing Assembly parent and carer Members as well as the education partners who have been keen to hear the voices of parents and carers to help shape their work. We wish everyone a good summer! 121
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 20/06/2025'In Our Own Words' - New blog post. When one of our parent members reached out to share her story, we were deeply moved. We are honoured to share her powerful reflection: 'When Silence Speaks: Parenting a Child with Selective Mutism' 122
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 12/06/2025In 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-new... 032
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 27/05/2025The Assembly's important report on additional support for learning is out now! Members' knowledge & lived experiences is reflected in this powerful research & its call for meaningful action to transform ASL provision. Here's the report: parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... 034
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 15/05/2025Update! The amazing Assembly members have been taking part in stakeholder engagement for the new Centre for Teaching Excellence; participating in a Scottish Government survey on communication & Education Reform; and agreeing key ‘asks’ from their additional support for learning work! 000
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 07/05/2025We are pleased to share that the role of the Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers was directly acknowledged during recent Stage 2 discussions of the Education (Scotland) Bill. Read more on our website! parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 02/05/2025We are sharing this on behalf of a parent and experienced teacher currently studying for an MSc in Inclusive Education at the University of Edinburgh. If you are able to support this, please follow the link below. app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/edinburgh/... 023
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 17/04/2025Update! @ScotGov has responded to the Assembly's survey findings on education reform. ow.ly/IRek50VCe4p Follow-up research is underway with the Assembly, looking at how communication with parents & carers about the upcoming changes in education reform can be improved. 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 31/03/2025For info! @Connect_Scot, the host organisation for the Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers has moved! New office address: The Melting Pot, 15 Calton Road, Edinburgh EH8 8DL 011
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 14/03/2025Stage 2 of the Education (Scotland) Bill is due to take place in Parliament towards the end of April. 📆 You can find out more here: www.parliament.scot/bills-and-la... Did you know a remarkable 93% of our members believe that parents and carers should be explicitly mentioned in the Bill. 100
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 11/03/2025📢Assembly Update! 📢 ASL is our members top priority. To drive this work forward, our focus groups are well underway along with our ASL Survey! Our members are invited to share experiences, insights & suggestions. Every response helps us move closer to making a real difference. 010
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 05/03/2025This week, Assembly members are holding the first in a series of small focus groups to discuss additional support for learning. These will be followed by a survey of members on the same topic - identified as one of their top priorities. A big 'thank you' to Assembly members! 020
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 27/02/2025As Assembly members start work on additional support for learning provision, this news post from Connect will be of interest! Must do better: Audit Scotland has published its report on ASL in Scottish schools. Find a summary of the report & Connect's response here: connect.scot/news/must-do... 020
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 30/01/2025Calling parents with pre-schoolers (inc deferrals)! Deadline 28 Feb 2025 for applying for Best Start School Age Grant Payments - apply now! For info on eligibility & to apply, look at School Age Payments here: buff.ly/3wKX91L 001
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 28/01/2025Delighted to share the @ScotAssemblyPC survey report on parental involvement which highlights how much more work there is to do so all parents & carers have a voice & feel involved in their child's learning & school life. Parental involvement is essential! parentcarerassembly.scot/news/all-new... 012
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 24/01/2025If you want to keep informed about the work of the Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers, please sign up to the Assembly's enewsletter! buff.ly/40vW8Lg 000
Scottish Assembly of Parents and Carers @parentcarerassembly.scot · 15/01/2025Find out more about the Scottish Assembly of Parents & Carers! 000