Academics from the University of Glasgow have proposed an innovative vision that positions schools and teachers as pivotal figures in educational reform.

In their recent publication discussing the transformation of Scotland's education system, Professors Chris Chapman and Graham Donaldson advocate for a streamlined approach. They emphasise the importance of providing clear guidance on educating children and young people in today's increasingly complex world.

Professor Chris Chapman said:

These are challenging times for Scottish education, not least because of the reform agenda and its implications for our children and young people. As academics working in issues of educational change, improvement and innovation across the globe, combined with a strong commitment to improving education, we are convinced that there is an urgent need for radical thinking about how best to support all of Scotland’s young people to learn and flourish in an increasingly challenging environment.”

Professor Graham Donaldson added:

Leading from the Classroom’ builds on the conversations, thinking and actions that we argued in our 2023 paper must happen if Scotland's education system is one that can truly lead - and not just react to - the future’s local and global challenges. Decisions about how children learn are best made where that learning takes place. Putting professionals at the heart of decision-making will therefore better meet the needs of children and young people from all backgrounds. Achieving the right balance between local responsibility and the need to make sure what is taught and learned is high quality is vital for keeping Scotland’s young people fit for the future, its society healthy and its economy strong.”

On the 12th March 2024 Professors Chris Chapman and Graham Donaldson put out a press release to layout their education refrom plans. 

Read the full report - 'Where Next for Scottish Education: Leading from the Classroom'.

First published: 12 March 2024

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