Committee call for evidence on the future of Scotland’s schools

The issue of how schools in Scotland are managed and potential changes to their control by local authorities is being highlighted by the Education, Lifelong Learning and Culture Committee which is calling for evidence on the subject.

The matter of how schools are managed has already featured in much of the committee’s work on class size, the Curriculum for Excellence and the provision of free school meals.

In light of the ongoing debate about alternative models for managing schools in Scotland, the committee believes it is now the right time to consider the issue.

Committee Convener, Karen Whitefield MSP, said: “How Scottish schools are, and should be, managed is fundamental to the successful delivery of education to nursery, primary and secondary level children.

The committee would therefore welcome input from anyone with a view on this matter

It would be helpful if responses could be submitted by email no later than 12 noon on Friday 2 July 2010 ellc.committee@scottish.parliament.uk with the name of your organisation or, if appropriate, your name, as the subject line.

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