Please see below for information and amended materials based on consultation/invite for feedback opportunities with Aberdeenshire parents.

 

What is ‘Lets Talk Education’ – the National Discussion on the future of Education?

The world around us has changed a lot since the last time a national debate was held on education. We need to think ahead to the kind of education, skills and support learners need now and in the future. We need to listen carefully to learners, parents, teachers, school staff and everyone who has an interest in the future of education.  Scottish Government is looking for both group and individual responses and parents / carers have the opportunity to respond in their own way. The National Discussion closes on 5^th December 2022.

 

How can parents/carers get involved?

• You can visit the webpage below where you will find further information and find out about the ways you can get involved.

National Discussion Scottish Education – Scottish Government – Citizen Space (consult.gov.scot)

• You can use the amended versions of the National Discussion questions attached. These have been created in consultation with parents in Aberdeenshire.
• You can join a facilitated sessions being offered in Aberdeenshire (online or face-to-face, please see below)

 

Online facilitated discussions

If you would prefer to discuss the questions in the National Discussion with other parents the following sessions are on offer virtually. Please note parent places are invited through Parent Council or PTA forums.

Wednesday 16^th November 4.30pm

Thursday 17^th November 7.00pm

(other online facilitated sessions will be offered if there is demand)

 

Face to face facilitated discussions

If you as a parent would prefer to attend a face-to-face facilitated discussion these will be arranged in the North, South and Centre of Aberdeenshire if there is demand.

Please email Christine.mclennan@aberdeenshire.gov.uk to express interest in any facilitated session.