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Principal Teacher (Guidance) at St Columba’s RC High School, Dunfermline and Postgraduate Research Student at the University of Glasgow’s School of Education. πŸ”— linktr.ee/MrCTimms

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Powerful report: β€œThese inequalities did not significantly change between ages 5 and 17, highlighting the enduring influence of early-life disadvantage.”

06.08.2025 08:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Children running around in a school playground. Some children are wearing hi-vis vests.

Children running around in a school playground. Some children are wearing hi-vis vests.

Socioeconomic inequalities in children’s mental health are already evident by age five and persist throughout childhood and adolescence.

New analysis co-authored by Dr Anna Pearce ➑️
gla.ac.uk/schools/heal...

#HealthInequalities #MentalHealth @livuni-iph.bsky.social

06.08.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Young pilgrims from Holy Land attend Jubilee of Youth in Rome | ICN A diverse group of young pilgrims-18 from Cyprus, 17 from Jordan, 24 from Jerusalem, and two from Bethlehem-journeyed to Rome for the...

www.indcatholicnews.com/news/52976

05.08.2025 19:52 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What can we learn from the 2025 exam results.

05.08.2025 19:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Results not what you expected? Help is available. Call the SDS Results Helpline on 0808 100 8000 or visit myworldofwork.co.uk

#SQAResults

05.08.2025 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Pope: May the Hiroshima anniversary serve as a call to pursue peace - Vatican News In a message on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, Pope Leo XIV urges the international community to renew its commitment ...

β€œQuoting Pope Francis, the Pope said that in a time β€œof mounting global tensions and conflicts", Hiroshima and Nagasaki stand as symbols of memory that, he said, "urge us to reject the illusion of security founded on mutually, assured destruction.””

05.08.2025 19:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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05.08.2025 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to see some familiar faces on national TV this morning for @sqanews.bsky.social results day. They were a credit to themselves, their families and the school community.

05.08.2025 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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No matter what the outcome this #SQAresults Day, remember there's support out there for you.

We've gathered lots of resources, including a blog from our friends at SAMH, which provide tips on protecting your mental wellbeing.😊

πŸ‘‰ info.sqa.org.uk/4lwAbFr

05.08.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨There's only one week left to apply to become a Safeguarder with Children First before the closing date of 11 August. 🚨

Are you passionate about championing children's rights? Why not apply today to make a real difference to children's lives. Find out more here ➑️https://ow.ly/6lyc50WuxoA

04.08.2025 07:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Just 24 hours to go until #SQAResults! Get ahead and learn about what the #SCQF on your certificate means. Visit scqf.org.uk/news-and-blo...

#NoWrongPath

04.08.2025 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Clearing 2025
YouTube video by University of Glasgow Clearing 2025

πŸŽ“ Clearing is now OPEN!

Looking for a place at university this September? The University of Glasgow has opportunities available through Clearing.

πŸ‘‰ Apply now: www.gla.ac.uk/study/cleari...

#Clearing2025 #UniversityofGlasgow #TeamUofG

www.youtube.com/watch?v=etAs...

04.08.2025 09:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why prison education faces many of the same challenges as schools Henry Hepburn visits Scotland’s highest-security prison to learn about a new approach to education behind bars and the parallels with priorities in modern schools

New: @henryhepburn.bsky.social visits Scotland’s highest-security prison - HMP Shotts - to learn about a new approach to education behind bars and the parallels with priorities in modern schools

www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

28.07.2025 12:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good luck to all students receiving exam results on Tuesday! 🀞

If you have questions about your funding application, SAAS can help advise.

⬇️Book a place on their free Exam Results drop in session
www.tickettailor.com/events/stude...

04.08.2025 13:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’‘From #SQAresults Day, the Skills Development Scotland Results Helpline becomes your one stop shop for advice on careers and further study.

πŸ™‹Their experts will be ready to take your call between 5-8 August: 0808 100 8000.

Or get ahead of the game and find loads of info at myworldofwork.co.uk.

02.08.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£It’s #SQAresults Day tomorrow! Our friendly Candidate Advice Line team can help if you have any questions when you receive your certificate:

πŸ“²0345 279 1000 (lines open 8am)

You can also find loads of info about your certificate online: info.sqa.org.uk/YourResults2025

04.08.2025 09:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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If you're receiving #SQAresults tomorrow, Tuesday 5 August, then cast your eye over our Learner Hub where you'll find info on...

β˜‘οΈReceiving your results
β˜‘οΈYour results certificate
β˜‘οΈThe appeals process

...plus lots more help and support.

info.sqa.org.uk/YourResults2025

04.08.2025 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A classroom with pupils at desks listening to a male teacher. A female pupil with long hair has her hand raised to ask a question.

A classroom with pupils at desks listening to a male teacher. A female pupil with long hair has her hand raised to ask a question.

Is a β€˜crisis of masculinity’ evident in UK secondary student attitudes towards gender equality, gender stereotypes and sexual harassment?

Letter in JECH from Prof Kirstin Mitchell & the Equally Safe at School team picked up by The Times & BBC today.

doi.org/10.1136/jech...

@uofgnews.bsky.social

29.07.2025 10:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Worried about your child’s mental health? Bringing up children can be tough at times. Children First is here to help.

Our free support line is for anyone who cares for a child in Scotland.

Call our friendly team on 08000 28 22 33 or start a webchat on our website.

28.07.2025 07:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Expanding our scholarship: Introducing three new support offers to enhance diverse student pathways Our scholarship programme is evolving to better meet the needs of students who face significant barriers to accessing and succeeding in Higher Education.

Building on our commitment to fair access, we’re launching 3 new scholarship offers in 2025 for:

β€’ Mature students (26–45)
β€’ Parents in undergrad study, esp. in priority family groups
β€’ Students studying degrees via colleges (1+3/2+2)

Full details - bit.ly/44xA5qZ

16.07.2025 09:14 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As the new term approaches, no child should worry about having the basics. Aberlour’s Urgent Assistance Fund offers immediate support for families in crisis, so children can focus on learning, not hardship. Learn more & apply now. https://www.aberlour.org.uk/get-help/urgent-assistance-fund

25.07.2025 13:03 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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5 top Tes articles on pastoral care This summer we’re rounding up some of our most popular recent features on different education topics. Here are our top five reads on student mental health and pastoral care

This summer, we’re rounding up some of our most popular features on different education topics. Here are our top five reads on student mental health and pastoral care

26.07.2025 11:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Pope Leo to @paxchristiusa.bsky.social: β€œIn the midst of the many challenges facing our world at this time, including widespread armed conflict, division among peoples, and the challenges of forced migration, efforts to promote nonviolence are all the more necessary.” www.vatican.va/content/leo-...

26.07.2025 10:53 β€” πŸ‘ 177    πŸ” 42    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 2
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The whole population of Gaza is at risk of famine.
Humanitarian aid is being blocked.
People are being shot queuing for food.

Contact your MP to ask for decisive action from the UK Government. Email them now. ‡️

action.cafod.org.uk/page/174977/...

27.07.2025 16:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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