The council has a number of statutory duties relating to the provision of education in its area including the statutory consultation that must be undertaken when proposing a permanent change to any of their schools, including nursery schools, such as closure, relocation or change of catchment area. Section 19 of the 2010 act requires an education authority to have regard to any guidance issued by the scottish ministers for the purposes of, or in connection with, the act. In relation to preschool education, the standards in scotlands schools etc act 2000 gives local authorities a duty to make educational provision for all three and four year olds whose parents want it. Education scotland bill issued by the scottish government in november 2017 introduction this response sets out the views of the association of directors of education in scotland ades to the scottish governments document a consultation on the provisions of the education scotland bill, issued in november 2017. Bribery act 2010 policy guidance relating to the bribery act 2010, including bespoke university of glasgow online training. Schools consultation scotland act 2010 asp 2 3 2 the proposal paper must also give a summary of the process provided for in sections 1 to 17 so far as applicable in relation to the proposal. May 09, 2018 if you create a new public sector website on or after 23 september 2018, you need to meet accessibility standards and publish an accessibility statement by 23 september 2019. Summary of education scotland report and response to issues raised.
Education scotland has prepared advice to councils on the act. Medical schools should have comprehensive agreements with the or ganisations that provide placements for their students paragraphs 38. The children and young peoples act 2014 extends this duty to two year olds who are eligible for free school meals. Section 19 of the 2010 act requires an education authority to have regard to any guidance issued by the scottish ministers for the purposes of.
This guidance is the result of extensive consultation and discussions with colleagues. The requirement does not prescribe who should be consulted, or the length of consultation required. Consultation on guidance on healthcare needs in schools. Updating of the school premises general requirements and. Create and embed optimum procurement strategies across the university in consultation with stakeholders. The general teaching council for scotland guidance in further education 5 2 introduction 2. The schools consultation scotland act 2010 the 2010 act sets out the consultation process that local authorities must follow when proposing a permanent change to any of their schools such as a closure, relocation or change of catchment area. Understanding accessibility requirements for public sector. Provisions would be included to provide a room for medical and dental examinations and a rest room for short. Proposed to remove reference to education scotland act 1962 and school health service scotland regulations 1947, as these have both been superseded by the education scotland act 1980 and the national health service scotland 1978. This is guidance from the department for education. This document has been issued by east ayrshire council for proposal in terms of the schools consultation scotland act 2010.
Guidance on the education of children unable to attend school due to ill health. See end of document for details b the additional consultation requirements set out in. The amendments to the education scotland act 2016 are detailed in this keeling schedule. Statutory guidance produced by scottish government. Technical guidance for schools in scotland equality and. This technical guidance outlines the requirements of the equality act 2010 for schools.
I called in the proposals to close stonedykeprimary, st aidans and st joan of arc schools to ensure that was followed in this case. During the programme for government the first minister made clear that the education scotland bill 2018 will be the centrepiece of the legislative programme for the year ahead. It provides for the integration of guidance and counselling services into a comprehensive model that crosses the curricula to address student needs through welldefined learning. To whom is this guidance addressed who should read it. An act of the scottish parliament to make provision for the consultation process that is to apply as respects various proposals made by education authorities for schools. A consultation on the provisions of the education scotland bill report by service director, children and young people scottish borders council 25 january 2018 1 purpose and summary 1. Any ordnance survey map data included within this document is provided by east ayrshire council under licence from ordnance survey in order to fulfil its public function in relation to this public proposal. Act 2000 the 2000 act made by part 1 of the education scotland act 2016. Academy for public consultation at its meeting of wednesday 19 february 2014. The schools consultation scotland act 2010 save our. There is a requirement within the academies act 2010 to consult prior to conversion to academy on the question of conversion. Please include the consultation title as and a level music technology consultation 2015 in the subject line of the email and make clear who you are and in what capacity you are responding.
Peoples commissioner scotland to produce guidance for local authorities on pupil consultations under the schools consultation scotland act 2010. Act 2000 the 2000 act as amended by section 4 of the education scotland act 2016 the 2016 act. The bill for this act of the scottish parliament was passed by the parliament on 19th november 2009 and received royal assent on 5th january 2010. While the supplementary advice continues to provide information which medical schools and students will find helpful, readers should refer to our current standards and outcomes. Planning the school guidance programme national centre for guidance in education, 2004 guidelines for secondlevel schools on the implications of section 9 c of the education act 1998, relating to students access to appropriate guidance inspectorate of the department of education and science, 2005.
Response to consultation on standards in scotlands schools act 2000 draft statutory guidance introduction children in scotland is the umbrella body and collective voice for the childrens sector. Guidance on the presumption to provide education in a mainstream. A consultation on the provisions of the education scotland bill giving all children in scotland an equal chance to flourish is at the heart of everything we do. By bringing together a network of people working with and for children. Comprehensive guidance and counselling program v the comprehensive guidance and counselling program is a central component within a schools learning environment. For local authorities to consult on changes to schools including nursery such as closing, relocating or opening a new school. Empowering schools a consultation on the provisions of the. The national improvement framework driver of parental engagement. The formal consultation period ran from friday 14 february 2014 to friday 28 march 2014 and written representations on the cabinets proposals were sought from interested parties in terms of the schools consultation scotland act 2010. Changes to legislation revised legislation carried on this site may not be fully up to date.
This guidance is nonstatutory, and has been produced to help schools and local authorities maintain high levels of school attendance and plan the school day and year. Gtcs in line with the original commitment by ministers when consultation on the future of the code was undertaken in 2000. Invision employees share their remote work secrets. Consultation on a bill to introduce radical reforms to the education system has opened. Our membership is made up of over 500 organisations and individuals working in the public, private and. This guidance applies to home education provided by parents, not to education being provided. The children and young people scotland act 2014 received royal assent on march 27, 2014 with. Administration and governance at local andor institutional. This proposal document has been prepared in accordance with the schools consultation scotland act 2010, having regard to the statutory guidance published by the scottish government on 14th may 2015, both of which are available for. This report from hmie is required under the terms of the schools consultation scotland act 2010. The schools consultation scotland act 2010 put in place a robust and transparent process for any proposed school closure. Consultation as service of guidance and counselling prezi.
Gme and the schools consultation scotland act 2010. This consultation seeks views on the draft guidance on healthcare in schools in scotland. The schools consultation scotland act 2010 proposed amendments to placing request arrangements south ayrshire council is consulting on proposed amendments to its placing request arrangements. Section enables the scottish ministers to issue guidance to education authorities in relation to their functions under section 3 to 8 of the 2000 act, and education authorities are required to have. The equality act 2010 statutory duties wales regulations 2011 for scottish public bodies, the scottish government launched a consultation on revised draft regulations for specific duties on 9. It deals with sections 508a, 508b, 508c, 509ad, and schedule 35b of the act which were inserted by part 6 of the education and inspections act 2006 the eia 2006. Circular ppt1205 guidance provision in second level. There is constant dialogue between schools and local authorities in the development of all plans. A council has to consult with parents, children, young people and the wider community. The consultation implies that local authorities impose undue and unjustified restrictions on school improvement plans. The schools consultation scotland act 2010 proposed maybole community campus which involves the proposed closure and amalgamation of cairn primary school and gardenrose primary school and associated early years provision and the proposed relocation of st cuthberts primary school south ayrshire council is consulting on a proposed. The act was amended in part 15 of the children and young people scotland act 2014.
This guidance is issued under section 14 of the standards in scotlands schools etc. Planning and implementing guidance programme in schools. Dive into 2020and celebrate scotlands year of coasts and waters, with a yearlong programme of events and activities. Schools consultation scotland act 2010 statutory guidance. This technical guidance applies to the provisions in the equality act 2010 that were brought into force on 1 october 2010, and the extension of reasonable adjustments to include auxiliary aids and services that was brought into force on 1 september 2012. There are currently no known outstanding effects for the schools consultation scotland act 2010. The schools consultation scotland act 2010 sets out the process that councils must. Education department victoria quay teachers division. Guidance on consulting with children and young people on school. Apr 01, 2017 planning guidance programmesteps need assessment. Adventure awaits at over 300 locations, ranging from.
This consultation seeks views on draft statutory guidance in relation to a series of amendments to the standards in scotlands schools etc. The amendments to the act cover the following main areas. Act 2000 and must be read in conjunction with that act and the education scotland act 1980. Guidance in further education general teaching council. Schools look to local authority planning for strategic direction and to understand the.
The statutory guidance has been developed to support those. As a parent guardian, youll want to know that, regardless of any. It provides an authoritative, comprehensive and technical guide to the detail of the law. The consultation period must include at least 30 school days being a day on which the particular school is ordinarily open to pupils or, in the case of an fe centre, a day this document relates to the schools consultation scotland bill as amended at stage 2 sp. This guidance replaces home to school travel and transport guidance ref.
It would be helpful to read this alongside the statutory guidance on parental measures for school attendance and behaviour. Nov 30, 2010 the schools consultation scotland act 2010 put in place a robust and transparent process for any proposed school closure. The draft statutory guidance covers those provisions which make amendments to various sections of the standards in scotland. Schools consultation scotland act 2010 guidance 3 in assessing the likely benefits and effects on users, authorities will want to take into consideration a range of factors which will vary from case to case and in scale, depending on the particular circumstances and the type of proposal being consulted on. This technical guidance outlines the requirements of the equality act 2010 for schools in relation to the provision of education and access to benefits, facilities or services, both educational and noneducational. Consultation document on the rural schools scotland bill. In terms of the above act, the council wish to seek views on the above proposal from all interested parties. The guidance will support health boards and schools in the delivery of healthcare support to pupils who need support as a result of a healthcare need.
Jun 16, 2015 the equality act 2010 statutory duties wales regulations 2011 for scottish public bodies, the scottish government launched a consultation on revised draft regulations for specific duties on 9. Mar 10, 2020 take responsibility for the curriculum taught in schools, taking account of national guidance. Schools consultation scotland act 2010 legislation. The depfe, ncert has developed a problem checklist for identifying students problems. This statutory guidance has been issued by bord na gaidhlig under section 9 of. Act 2000 requires local authorities to endeavour to secure improvement in the quality of the school education which is provided in the schools managed by them. Consultation as service of guidance and counselling. It has been prepared by hmie in accordance with the terms of the act. School consultation report gaelic medium education. This proposal document has been prepared in accordance with the schools consultation scotland act 2010, having regard to the statutory guidance published by the scottish government on 14th may 2015, both of which are available for reference at the following websites. Get free entry to all our sites with an explorer pass and our winter offer gives you 20% off pass prices.