Improving Scottish Education

A report by HMIE on inspection and review 2005-2008

ISBN: 978-0-7053-1153-3

Contents

Note on contents

1. Commentary by HM Senior Chief Inspector (HMSCI)

2. What progress has been made since the first edition of Improving Scottish Education?
Achievement
Curriculum, learning and teaching
Vision and leadership
Partnerships
Professional freedom and responsibility
Success for all learners

3. Sectoral sections
Pre-school
Primary
Secondary
Special school
College
Community learning and development
Prison learning, skills and employability
Child protection services in local authority areas

4. The impact of local authorities on the quality of education

5. Looking ahead

Appendix: Note on evidence sources and the use of terms