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Seòmar agus comataidhean

Question reference: S6W-25652

  • Date lodged: 21 February 2024
  • Current status: Answered by Jenny Gilruth on 4 March 2024

Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the development of gender-competent school estate planning. 


Answer

The Scottish Government recognise the importance of gender-competent school estate planning.

The guiding principles within our Learning Estate Strategy, which was produced in collaboration with COSLA and sets out our strategic approach for managing the learning estate, makes clear that learning environments should support the wellbeing of all learners. Furthermore, it states that good consultation about learning environments, direct engagement with learners about their needs and experiences, and an involvement in decision making processes should lead to better outcomes for all.

It is the statutory responsibility of all Local Authorities to manage their school estate and the Scottish Government expects them to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all school users.