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Our colleagues at CISS have opened applications for the 2027–28 Tianjin Scholarship, offering S6 leavers the chance to study Mandarin and experience life in China. Join the Information Session on Tuesday 6 October to find out more, register via the scholarship webpage: loom.ly/kXntiCY

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 15h

🌍 We’d love to hear what’s been happening with languages in your school or local authority! Have you been involved in an innovative project, language learning celebration or exciting new initiative? Share your experiences and let your pupils have their say too! 🗣️✨https://loom.ly/kLQJnc4

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Teachers in Scotland is your class full of budding young poets? Then register for our Mother Tongue Other Tongue multilingual poetry competition by 1 Oct, National Poetry Day! loom.ly/5zF7zgw Celebrate languages, poetry & the wonder of nature with our NPD-themed poem. #NationalPoetryDay

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Qualifications Scotland @qualifications.gov.scot · 26/09/2026

🏃‍♀️‍➡️ Get ahead with our Modern Languages for Life and Work Awards, which are now available in Arabic! They combine practical language skills with employability skills, and are available across 11 languages, including Gaelic (Learners). 👉 info.qualifications.gov.scot/4dfXQYL #EuropeanDayOfLanguages

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🚨 Final call! Sign-up closes TONIGHT! 🚨 Get your learners ready for SCILT’s MTOT multilingual poetry competition! 🌍✨ Join our teacher workshop featuring Scotland's Makar, Peter Mackay, for expert tips & poetry resources. ⏰ Deadline: Midnight tonight! ➡️Find out more: loom.ly/reebEWE

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

📣Last chance to register for our workshop on developing a multilingual ethos in your primary school! The session will explore ways to develop a multilingual ethos, highlight the importance of creating inclusive language practices and share cross-curricular approaches: loom.ly/aVjDET0

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

If you teach, or would like to teach, German in your setting our Teachers of German in Scotland (TOGS) network provides an opportunity to meet with like-minded professionals! Meetings for this session all available to book now! loom.ly/SPYauHo #professionalnetwork #german

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

📣Last chance to register for the Erasmus+ training day in Glasgow on 2 October! There are exciting opportunities ahead for Scotland's education sector with the UK's return to the programme. Come along to discover what partnership projects #Erasmus+ could make possible! loom.ly/UiR46co

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Registration for our multilingual poetry competition for pupils P1-S6 in Scotland closes 1 Oct! Our special prize category this year is Peace. Many ways to interpret and our short French poem on this is below! More info and to register: loom.ly/PETZtj0 #languages #poetry

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

If you're entering pupils in our Mother Tongue Other Tongue multilingual poetry competition but not confident with poetry don't miss our online workshop on 1 October! loom.ly/reebEWE #languages #poetry

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Visit the SCILT website for lots of ideas on how to celebrate #coeEDL this week: loom.ly/gRSWuiI And don't forget to share how you celebrate via our EDL2026 blog: loom.ly/dgQOcLE

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It's here! 2026-27 is the first ever Reunion Year for alums of Scotland's Languages Leadership Programme (SLLP). Have your say on the launch event! If you are an SLLP Alum from any year since 2014, fill in this short poll to let us know how we should kick things off: loom.ly/fLkPKGA

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

What has been going on in your school, cluster, local authority or institution recently with regard to languages? Share your story with us and we'll feature you in the next edition of the SCILT newsletter! Visit our website to find out more, deadline 9 October! loom.ly/kLQJnc4

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Our first Open Access workshop for secondary teachers will consider the practicalities of an interdisciplinary approach in language learning and teaching, share tips on how to do this effectively and hear from teachers who made it happen. Sign up for free now! loom.ly/s_V2Ds0

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🗓️ Registration is officially OPEN for the 2026-27 Language Ambassadors Online programme! The first workshop kicks off on Thursday 24 September, to mark European Day of Languages. 👉 Secure a spot for your class today loom.ly/TRlVArU #LanguageLearning #Secondary #Options

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Why not take your learning about Europe further this EDL, and register for the Euroquiz competition! Open to P6 pupils, learners work in teams to broaden their knowledge of Europe and the wider world. Register with your local authority coordinator to take part: loom.ly/qy05SZQ #coeEDL

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

📣Don't forget to sign up your class for our 'Languages and Your Career' online session with eSgoil and DYW Live taking place on Wednesday! Secondary learners will discover the importance of #languages and their associated skills in the workplace. ➡️Sign up now! loom.ly/Q7WZVug

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Scotland's education sector has exciting opportunities ahead with the UK's return to Erasmus+! If your organisation is curious about what partnership projects #Erasmus+ could make possible, find out more at the 2 Oct training day at the University of Strathclyde: loom.ly/UiR46co

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

📣Calling all Germanists! Dates for this session’s meetings of the Teachers of German in Scotland (TOGS) network are scheduled and registrations are open! All in primary, secondary or tertiary education welcome! loom.ly/SPYauHo #professionalnetwork #german

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📣Teachers in Scotland! Thinking of entering this year’s Mother Tongue Other Tongue multilingual poetry competition but not sure where to start with poetry? Join our online workshop on 1 October for practical guidance and inspiration! loom.ly/reebEWE #languages #poetry

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

A reminder of our 'Languages and Your Career' online session with eSgoil and DYW Live on 23 Sept during European Day of Languages week! Let your secondary learners see how important #languages and their associated skills can be in the workplace. Register now! loom.ly/Q7WZVug

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

EDL is a chance to promote and celebrate all the languages learned and spoken across Europe. Why not sign up for the Erasmus+ training day and explore how it can be used to drive whole-institution development and strengthen international collaboration: loom.ly/UiR46co #coeEDL #ErasmusPlus

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🏫Are you interested in developing a multilingual ethos in your primary school? This Open Access workshop will explore ways to develop a multilingual ethos, highlight the importance of creating inclusive language practices and share cross-curricular approaches: loom.ly/aVjDET0

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

📆Next week! Our first Open Access workshop for secondary teachers will consider the practicalities of an interdisciplinary approach in language learning and teaching, share tips on how to do this effectively and hear from teachers who made it happen. Sign up for free now! loom.ly/s_V2Ds0

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

European Day of Languages 2026 is coming up later this month! How are you celebrating? Why not try out this fun and creative activity with your learners? Visit our website for many more ideas on how to celebrate, along with competitions, trivia, games and more: loom.ly/O3poNUU #coeEDL

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Through Language Explorers Scotland, S1-S3 learners can connect with inspiring university mentors, develop confidence, explore new cultures and discover the opportunities languages can create. 📅 School information session: 12 Nov loom.ly/cSI_Cx4 #LanguagesForLife

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Looking for practical ways to support multilingual learners? 🌍 Join SCILT and Glasgow City Council EAL Team to explore translanguaging, classroom strategies, real examples from Glasgow, and resources to support multilingual teaching and learning. 📅 26 Nov | 4-5pm | Online ➡️https://loom.ly/K4af994

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Newly qualified or student primary teacher in Scotland? Want to find out how SCILT can help you teach languages? Then don't miss our first online Signpost session on 15 Sept! Lots more sessions to sign up for and it's all free, so register now! loom.ly/cJIF4bU #ECT #primarylanguages

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Inspire your pupils to choose #languages as part of their learning experience! Students from universities across Scotland will share their own language learning journeys and the benefits language skills can bring. Bring your class along to our online session on 24 Sept: loom.ly/TRlVArU

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A reminder registration for Mother Tongue Other Tongue (MTOT) multilingual poetry competition 2026-27 is open! All P1-S6 pupils in Scotland can enter either in a language spoken with families at home or a language they are learning. More info: loom.ly/SVsNS_U #languages #poetry

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Join our 'Languages and Your Career' online session with eSgoil and DYW Live taking place during European Day of Languages week! Introduce your secondary learners to the importance of #languages and their associated skills in the workplace. Sign up for our 23 Sept event! loom.ly/Q7WZVug

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Are you a secondary languages teacher looking for professional learning? Our Open Access: In Practice series is open to individuals and will: ✔️look at current priorities, examining strategies and sharing resources ✔️focus on practical approaches and discussions Register now! loom.ly/s_V2Ds0

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Our cross-sector workshop will explore how translanguaging can support #Multilingual learners and create inclusive learning environments. New to #Translanguaging or building on existing practice, this session will provide practical ideas to take straight into the classroom. ➡️https://loom.ly/K4af994

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

🌍 Language Explorers Scotland is back! This programme connects young people in S1-S3 with university student mentors passionate about languages. Early bird registration is open for the school information session on 12 November. Find out how your school can get involved: loom.ly/cSI_Cx4

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Join our online session for newly/recently qualified primary teachers working in Scottish schools and student primary teachers studying at Scottish universities. Find out how SCILT can support you! Register now for the 15 Sept event: loom.ly/cJIF4bU #professionallearning #languages

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Registration is now open for our Mother Tongue Other Tongue (MTOT) multilingual poetry competition for school pupils in Scotland! Open to all P1-S6! Visit SCILT's website for more information and to register participation by 1 October: loom.ly/PETZtj0 #languages #poetry

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Our ambassadors share their experiences of learning #languages and discovering new cultures, answer learners’ questions and generally seek to enthuse and inspire! Bring along your secondary students! Registration open for all sessions - first is 24 September. loom.ly/TRlVArU

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Are you looking for professional learning which will develop knowledge and skills related to aspects of ethos, curriculum and pedagogy? SCILT's PL menu is now open for group bookings. We welcome requests from schools, LAs and clusters in primary, secondary and cross-sector: loom.ly/TAb0qxo

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Primary teachers! This Autumn SCILT is hosting two free online workshops covering interesting examples of current practice on two important areas of practice. Sign up via our website to book your spot: loom.ly/aVjDET0

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📣To support those interested in coordinating future projects, an Erasmus+ UK Co-ordinators' in-person training day will take place in Glasgow this October. The event will explore how Erasmus+ can be used to drive whole-institution development and strengthen international collaboration. 👇

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The Mother Tongue Other Tongue (MTOT) multilingual poetry competition for P1-S6 pupils in Scotland launches later this week! Stay tuned to our e-bulletin for updates: bit.ly/SCILTebulletin #languages #poetry #mothertongue #languagelearning

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

💭Looking for fresh ideas, practical insights and a chance to connect with fellow French educators? Join our Scotland-wide French teachers' network and be part of a growing community dedicated to strengthening French education. ➡️Join our first online session loom.ly/HnhRMRI

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

How can languages boost future careers? Vanessa Winghei Yeung shares her story in the latest SCILT job profile, highlighting the value of languages across a range of professions. Show your learners how languages open doors! loom.ly/kysdfE8 #DYW #Languagesforlife

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Love languages? Stay informed about upcoming events, classroom resources, competitions and sector news by subscribing to our weekly e-bulletin. Join our mailing list and never miss an update! bit.ly/SCILTebulletin #languageteaching #professionallearning #languagelearning

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The wait is almost over! 🎉 Our Mother Tongue Other Tongue multilingual poetry competition for pupils in Scotland is coming soon. ✍️🌍 Eager to take part? Sign up to our e-bulletin for all the latest updates: bit.ly/SCILTebulletin #MTOT #languages #poetry

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

📣Calling teachers of French in Scotland! Our monthly ToFiS meetings are open to all in primary, secondary or tertiary education in Scotland! First event takes place 3 September. Register now! loom.ly/HnhRMRI #french #languageteaching #professionalnetwork

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

It's here! Our first SLLP Reunion Year launches with an in-person event on Friday 4 Sep in Glasgow. Open to all SCILT SLLP / 1+2 LLP / Train the Trainer participants since 2014, this is a chance to gather, (re)connect and learn about upcoming opportunities: loom.ly/e_ncWWI #LangsLeadScot

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

European Day of Languages takes place next month! Designed to celebrate the rich linguistic diversity of Europe, this is an opportunity to showcase multilingualism and multiculturalism in your school and local community. Visit the SCILT website for ideas on how to celebrate! #coeEDL

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Not heard from us? If you've moved schools update your e-bulletin subscription email to ensure you still receive our latest language-related news, events and opportunities! Don't miss out! New subscribers welcome too! Sign up: bit.ly/SCILTebulletin #languageteaching #professionallearning

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SCILT @scilt.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

🎯Will you be joining us for our #PrimaryLanguages Signpost Sessions? From supporting #multilingual families to building confidence in teaching additional languages, early career primary teachers face exciting opportunities and challenges. 🤔🌍 ➡️Join us loom.ly/cJIF4bU #Teaching #Scotland

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