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Connect: charity (non-profit); member org; parents & carers in Scottish schools; professional learning provider; parental involvement + engagement
Scotland
Joined April 2010
Views are being sought on @ScotGov’s draft Vision for Kinship Care. The vision aims to provide consistent and fair support for families caring for children unable to live with their parents. More ➡️ https://t.co/9kuflvQWYy
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The Connect team wishes you a happy and peaceful festive season. The Connect office is now closed and will re-open on Monday 5 January 2026.
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https://t.co/c1VaWY7xAb We know from our parent/carer survey that respondents overwhelmingly supported the principle of this although had concerns about costs, practicalities and funding. https://t.co/7guNNPIs8e
Yesterday, the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill was approved unanimously in @ScotParl. It stipulates that all pupils in state & grant-aided schools will have the chance to experience 4 nights/5 days of residential outdoor education. More in comments
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Yesterday, the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill was approved unanimously in @ScotParl. It stipulates that all pupils in state & grant-aided schools will have the chance to experience 4 nights/5 days of residential outdoor education. More in comments
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Looking for low-cost ways to keep the kids busy this winter? 🎄❄️ @parentclubscotland has festive activity ideas to boost wellbeing and keep everyone entertained indoors or outdoors 💡✨ #WinterFun ➡ https://t.co/kdZYyuGsaA
#WinterWellbeing
#ScotlandParents
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Read our summary of new @scotgov school transport guidance - we’re pleased to note some of our calls to action from our recent Travel to School parent/carer survey report are reflected in the guidance:
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Schools should be well-designed, to inspire, stimulate, challenge and support pupils and teachers. We're consulting on updating the law that sets minimum standards for schools, including: 🧑🏫indoor space and classrooms 🛝outdoor space and playing fields 🔗 https://t.co/WKfMnEcSNK
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Just out today - we will read, digest and summarise as we know how important it is to parents, carers and young people.
New guidance sets out enhanced safety measures for children travelling to school. School Transport Guidance 2025 includes updates on safe walking routes and speed limits, while strengthening advice on active travel to school. More ➡️ https://t.co/DoZYywsDFs
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Winter can be a joyful season 🎄 but it’s also a time that can bring added stress, anxiety, and money worries for parents & families 💜❄ ℹ Check out our website where we have tips to help make the most of the winter months ➡ https://t.co/kdZYyuGsaA
#ScotlandParents
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Connect Members, got a few minutes? We’d love to hear how we’re doing and how we can improve. Completing our Member Survey. https://t.co/AThSvEoWB5 and, as a thank you for completing the short survey, we'll enter your parent group into a prize draw.
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Thank you to everyone who responded to our survey on School Inspections! 365 parents and carers across 30 local authorities shared their views, which helped inform our consultation response which you can read along with the full survey report here: https://t.co/NfZ31ssJ6E
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🍏Tesco #StrongerStarts needs applications Grants of up to £1,500 for Scottish projects supporting kids with food, play & healthy activities 🚸Open to schools, charities & not-for-profits ✍️Apply today: https://t.co/pIVhmDHx3u ❓Need help contact @greenspacescot Enabler Team
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Today, we celebrate children everywhere and stand for their rights. 💛 Find out more: World Children's Day 2025 #WorldChildrensDay Learn more and Members can access our resources on MyConnect here https://t.co/gp4eUpqe4R
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Closing Soon! Our latest Snap Survey is on Family Mental Health: Understanding Resources and Communications. This will help us to understand the issues faced by parents. Closes 19 November. https://t.co/Hm07qN7fwF
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🛝Come and hear why play DOES matter! Don’t miss it! 🌟Open to All Parents and Carers🌟 Talking Points for Parents: The Power of Play with Play Scotland 18 November 2025, 8-9pm Places are free, booking is essential https://t.co/CWgOBexIIa
@playscotland
eventbrite.co.uk
All parents, carers and educators are warmly invited to join this free, discussion-based, live online session with Play Scotland.
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Parents and carers! Our latest Snap Survey is on Family Mental Health: Understanding Resources and Communications. This will help us to understand the issues faced by parents. Closes 19 November. https://t.co/Hm07qN7fwF
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This week is Anti-Bullying Week. We know it can be hard for parents and carers to talk about bullying to your children, but we also know how important it is. We've gathered some useful links on our website here:
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Parents and carers! Our latest Snap Survey is on Family Mental Health: Understanding Resources and Communications. This will help us to understand the issues faced by parents. Closes 19 November. https://t.co/Hm07qN7fwF
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⭐Open to All Parents and Carers⭐ Talking Points for Parents: The Power of Play with Play Scotland 📅18 November 2025 💻📱online ⌚8-9pm Places are free, booking is essential:
eventbrite.co.uk
All parents, carers and educators are warmly invited to join this free, discussion-based, live online session with Play Scotland.
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