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£1 million boost for Forces charities
Published: June 15, 2021
A new Third Sector Resilience Fund has been announced by the Scottish Government to support Armed Forces families
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Countdown to Armed Forces Day
Published: June 11, 2021
Armed Forces Week 2021 kicks off on 21 June – when the whole country can celebrate and say thanks to our military community for their commitment to keeping us safe
Recommended ReadingUpdates
Report: Impact of service life
Published: May 17, 2021
Read the latest report from the Naval Children’s Charity and VFI about the impact of service life on children
NewsletterUpdates
National Transitions Officer Update #8
Published: May 10, 2021
As we welcome Mental Health Awareness Week (10–17 May) it is helpful to take account of some themes that may impact Armed Forces families and children. Much focus and activity currently, centres on action plans to support Covid-recovery, inoculation of the Scottish and UK population, easing of restrictions, and our wintry introduction to Spring. Schools… View Article
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EVENT: The Alternative Certification Model
Published: April 23, 2021
NFPS and SQA are holding a live webinar on May 04, to inform parents and learners on the ACM and answer any questions you may have
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Short breaks for families with a disability
Published: April 21, 2021
The SSAFA Short Breaks programme for Armed Forces families with additional needs is back, and applications are open for 2021
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Global Education Matters
Published: April 20, 2021
Listen as presenters from the Global Education Team visit locations around the globe to discuss the opportunities for Forces Families stationed abroad
Good PracticeUpdates
Factsheet: Service Pupil Premium
Published: April 20, 2021
The Department for Education in England has introduced a new fund in recognition of the challenges facing modern service families
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Identifying Armed Forces families
Published: April 19, 2021
Armed Forces children and young people often experience many changes in their life and when schools know, they can offer much needed support. All Scottish schools, early learning centres (ELC) and childcare settings are committed to Getting it Right for Every Child, known as GIRFEC. Your child is unique and support with transitions, even for… View Article
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Fact sheet: support for your child
Published: April 13, 2021
When your child moves to the Scottish education system they will be supported in their learning, personal and emotional development in accordance with the curriculum and policies in Scotland. There is no pupil premium in Scotland but the support for your child is no less effective as the funding from the Scottish Government takes account of… View Article
