Education ideas bank launches

Published: February 23, 2023
A new ideas bank of ‘tried and tested’ resources has been launched to help Scottish schools reduce costs to ensure all children can take part in the school day
The cost of living ideas bank shown on a dell laptop screen

Best Start Grant

Published: February 15, 2023
Applications for the Scottish Government’s School Age Payments programme, part of the Best Start Grant, close soon.
A colourful stack of books

Festive greetings

Published: December 23, 2022
As we reflect on 2022 and embrace the festive season, Forces Children’s Education would like to wish all a happy and healthy Christmas and New Year

Armed Forces Covenant Duty

Published: November 22, 2022
The Armed Forces Covenant Duty 2021 comes into force today, Educators should read the provided Statutory Guidance included here
Cover, The Ministry of Defence Statutory Guidance on the Armed Forces Covenant Duty

Remembrance Sunday: A nation pays tribute

Published: November 13, 2022
Remembrance Sunday will take place on 13 November and will be marked across the country with poignant wreath-laying ceremonies and silent reflection
A black and white image of Remembrance crosses with poppies highlighted in red

Veterans survey seeks feedback

Published: November 10, 2022
The Office for Veterans’ Affairs and Office for National Statistics is looking to create a more rounded picture of veteran life in the UK, can you help?
A woman sits at her computer in a home office

Involving children in Remembrance Day commemorations

Published: November 10, 2022
It is important to educate children about Remembrance Day and why we mark it every year. Poppy Pebbles is a great way to teach through creativity
A collection of pebbles painted with remembrance messages and poppies

In memoriam: HRH Queen Elizabeth II

Published: September 12, 2022
Forces Children’s Education pays tribute to the memory of Queen Elizabeth and shares in the profound sense of her loss
A black and white portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Funding secured for National Education Officer

Published: September 8, 2022
The Scottish Government and Association of Directors of Education of Scotland have confirmed funding to continue the role of National Education Officer (NEO)
Carolyn Mcleod, the National Transitions Officer with the FCE finalist certificate

Awards success for Forces Children’s Education

Published: April 28, 2022
Forces Children’s Education has won a Bronze Award at the 2022 Scottish Veterans Awards. 
During the ceremony Carolyn MacLeod appeared to discuss the work of the NTO and Forces Children