Castleton Primary School in Glasgow fully embeds LGBT inclusive education in Scottish first
news.sky.comLGBT inclusive education and evaluated the effectiveness of the work within the school.During a visit to the school in the city's southside on Tuesday, Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth said: "Many schools across the country already take positive steps to educate learners about LGBT identities and issues but this is an important milestone."We will continue to do all we can to help young people to reach their full potential in a diverse and inclusive society."In 2019, the Scottish government had provided resources to "promote equality, reduce bullying, and improve the educational experiences of LGBT children and young people".In 2021 it went further, with Scotland becoming the first country in the world to introduce LGBT inclusive education across the school curriculum.
Families 'devastated' over deaths of two teenagers after DJ event in Glasgow GMB Scotland school staff to strike in 10 council areas in September Coatbridge High School pays tribute to teenager Marcus Dick after SWG3 'drug death' The government launched a dedicated package of resources to help promote equality, reduce bullying, and improve the educational experiences of LGBT children and young people.It includes teaching resources to ensure subjects include LGBT identities, issues and history, and training for teachers and school leaders to approach topics with knowledge and confidence.It aims to effectively challenge homophobia, biphobia and/or transphobia in the school environment and wider community.A recent report on the approach by Time for Inclusive Education (TIE) found it improved the attitudes and experiences of pupils and staff, including LGBT young people.Read more:Parents permanently banned from protesting against LGBT lessons outside schoolGen.
