Agenda Document Pack - Education Resources Committee - 30/06/2026
South Lanarkshire Council · 30 June 2026
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Council Offices, Almada Street Hamilton, ML3 0AA Monday, 22 June 2026 Dear Member Education Resources Committee The Members listed below are requested to attend a meeting of the above Committee to be held as follows:- Date: Tuesday, 30 June 2026 Time: 10:00 Venue: Hybrid - Council Chamber, Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton, ML3 0AA The business to be considered at the meeting is listed overleaf. Yours sincerely Paul Manning Chief Executive Members Lynsey Hamilton (Chair), Gavin Keatt (Depute Chair), Maureen Devlin (ex officio), Alex Allison, John Anderson, Robert Brown, Ross Clark, Margaret Cowie, Allan Falconer, Grant Ferguson, Elise Frame, Alistair Fulton, Geri Gray, Cal Johnston-Dempsey, Susan Kerr, Ross Lambie, Richard Lockhart, Eileen Logan, Katy Loudon, Julia Marrs, Ian McAllan, Mo Razzaq, Graham Scott, Bert Thomson, Margaret B Walker, David Watson Substitutes Margaret Cooper, Poppy Corbett, Mary Donnelly, Monique Equi, Graeme Horne, Martin Hose, Hugh Macdonald, Kenny McCreary, Carol Nugent, Norman Rae, Kirsty Williams External Members Religious Representative Angela Milton Teacher Representatives Jennifer Gaffney, Joan Lennon Parent Council Representatives Christine Hall, Naomi Baxter 1
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BUSINESS 1 Declaration of Interests 2 Minutes of Previous Meeting Minutes of the meeting of the Education Resources Committee held on 5 May 2026 submitted for approval as a correct record. (Copy attached) 5 - 12 Monitoring Item(s) 3 Education Resources – Revenue Budget Monitoring 2025/2026 Joint report dated 28 May 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 13 - 18 4 Education Resources – Revenue Budget Monitoring 2026/2027 Joint report dated 28 May 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 19 - 24 5 Education Resources – Capital Budget Monitoring 2025/2026 Joint report dated 3 June 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 25 - 28 6 Education Resources – Capital Budget Monitoring 2026/2027 Joint report dated 4 June 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 29 - 32 7 Education Resources - Workforce Monitoring – 1 March to 30 April 2026 Joint report dated 26 May 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 33 - 40 8 Education Resource Plan 2025/2026 - Quarter 4 Progress Report Report dated 10 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 41 - 78 Item(s) for Decision 9 Education Resource Plan 2026/2027 Report dated 10 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 79 - 98 10 2026/2027 Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) Sustainable Rate Price Review Report dated 10 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 99 - 104 11 School Holiday Dates for Session 2027/2028 Report dated 19 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 105 - 108 2
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Item(s) for Noting 12 Early Level Update Report dated 10 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 109 - 118 13 Notification of Contracts Awarded: 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 Report dated 11 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 119 - 126 14 Celebrating Success in Education Session 2025/2026 Report dated 10 June 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources). (Copy attached) 127 - 132 Urgent Business 15 Urgent Business Any other items of business which the Chair decides are urgent. For further information, please contact:- Clerk Name: Ishara Opatha Clerk Telephone: 07385 370069 Clerk Email: Ishara.Opatha@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 3
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EDUCATION RESOURCES COMMITTEE Minutes of meeting held via Confero and in the Council Chamber, Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton on 5 May 2026 Chair: Councillor Lynsey Hamilton Councillors Present: Councillor Alex Allison, Councillor Ross Clark, Councillor Margaret Cowie, Councillor Maureen Devlin (substitute for Councillor Bert Thomson), Councillor Mary Donnelly (substitute for Councillor Julia Marrs), Councillor Allan Falconer, Councillor Grant Ferguson, Councillor Elise Frame, Councillor Alistair Fulton, Councillor Geri Gray, Councillor Graeme Horne (substitute for Councillor John Anderson), Councillor Susan Kerr, Councillor Ross Lambie, Councillor Richard Lockhart, Councillor Eileen Logan, Councillor Katy Loudon, Councillor Ian McAllan, Councillor Mark McGeever, Councillor Mo Razzaq, Councillor Graham Scott, Councillor Margaret B Walker, Councillor David Watson Councillors' Apologies: Councillor John Anderson, Councillor Joe Fagan (ex officio), Councillor Cal Johnston-Dempsey, Councillor Gavin Keatt (Depute), Councillor Julia Marrs, Councillor Bert Thomson External Members Present: Jennifer Gaffney, Joan Lennon, Angela Milton External Members’ Apologies: Naomi Baxter, Christine Hall Attending: Education Resources L McRoberts, Executive Director; D Hinshelwood, Interim Head of Education (Support Services and School Estate); G Lambie, Performance, Planning and Operations Manager; T McDermott, Head of Education (Inclusion Services); J Wallace, Head of Education (Primary and Early Years) Finance and Corporate Resources G Booth, Finance Manager (Strategy); L Harvey, Finance Manager (Resources); K McLeod, Administration Assistant; I Opatha, Administration Officer; C Traquair, Personnel Adviser 1 Declaration of Interests No interests were declared. 2 Minutes of Previous Meeting The minutes of the meeting of the Education Resources Committee held on 17 February 2026 were submitted for approval as a correct record. The Committee decided: that the minutes be approved as a correct record. 2 5
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3 Education Resources – Revenue Budget Monitoring 2025/2026 A joint report dated 1 April 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources) was submitted on the actual expenditure measured against the revenue budget for the period 1 April 2025 to 20 February 2026 and providing a forecast for the year to 31 March 2026 for Education Resources. A Service Analysis Statement, which outlined key highlights by Service for the Resource, was provided in Appendix A to the report. The detailed financial position, with variance explanations by budget category, was provided in Appendix B to the report. Following the Council’s formal Probable Outturn exercise, the forecast for the budget to 31 March 2026 was a breakeven position after approved transfers to reserves of £0.478 million, approved by the Executive Committee on 4 February 2026. The position reflected underspends in Early Years and Support Services’ staffing, underspends in the Early Learning and Childcare core budget, over-recovery of Early Years’ fees and income from other local authorities, and projected underspends in footwear and clothing grant provision, as well as Additional Support for Learning funding, which were offset by projected overspends, as detailed in paragraph 6.3 of the report. Funding of £0.151 million had been allocated to Education Resources as part of the approved Local Action Fund for 2025/2026 and was included within Education’s budget, as approved by the Executive Committee on 24 September 2025. Schools and services had been allocated the additional funding and were utilising the resources in line with elected members’ proposals. In addition, funding of £0.285 million for the Footwear and Clothing Grant had been allocated as part of the 2025/2026 budget setting process, enabling a £20 increase per grant award across all sectors, with the additional funding distributed in line with demand. The Committee decided: (1) that the forecast to 31 March 2026 of a breakeven position after approved transfers to reserves, as detailed in Appendix A to the report, be noted; and (2) that the proposed budget virements be approved. [Reference: Minutes of 17 February 2026 (Paragraph 3) and Minutes of the Executive Committee of 4 February 2026 (Paragraph 3) and 24 September 2025 (Paragraph 6)] 4 Education Resources - Capital Budget Monitoring 2025/2026 A joint report dated 2 April 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources) was submitted providing information on the progress of the Capital Programme for Education Resources for the period 1 April 2025 to 20 February 2026. The revised Capital Programme for 2025/2026 amounted to £5.007 million and there had been no change to the budget since the last report to the Committee. Details of the financial position for Education Resources were provided in Appendix A to the report. The forecast for the financial year was £5.007 million, and actual expenditure as at 20 February 2026 was £3.599 million. 6
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The Committee decided: that the Education Resources’ capital programme of £5.007 million, and forecast expenditure of £5.007 million, be noted. [Reference: Minutes of 17 February 2026 (Paragraph 4)] 5 Education Resources - Workforce Monitoring – 1 January to 28 February 2026 A joint report dated 26 March 2026 by the Executive Directors (Finance and Corporate Resources) and (Education Resources) was submitted on the following employee information for Education Resources for the period 1 January to 28 February 2026:- attendance statistics occupational health statistics accident/incident statistics disciplinary hearings, grievances and Dignity at Work cases analysis of leavers and exit interviews Staffing Watch as at 13 December 2025 The Committee decided: that the report be noted. [Reference: Minutes of 17 February 2026 (Paragraph 5)] 6 Strengthening Our Approach to Additional Support Needs A report dated 16 April 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources) was submitted:- providing an update on the planned improvements to support children and young people with additional support needs (ASN) in South Lanarkshire setting out the Council’s strategic direction and phased programme of improvement in response to growing demand, increasing complexity of need and national expectations for system improvement The Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004 established a progressive and inclusive framework for supporting children and young people who required additional support to benefit from education. The Act recognised that ASN could arise from a wide range of factors, including disability or health, the learning environment, family circumstances, and social and emotional factors. Since the introduction of the legislation, the definition of ASN had expanded to include groups such as looked-after children, young carers and children affected by trauma or poverty. This expansion had significantly increased the responsibilities placed on local authorities and schools. Over time, those changes had led to a substantial increase in the number of children and young people identified as having ASN, as detailed in paragraph 3.3 of the report. In recent years, several national reviews had examined how effectively the additional support for the learning system was delivering for children and young people. Further details on those reviews were provided in Section 3 of the report. Taken together, the reviews presented a consistent picture which identified increased demand and complexity, requiring a more co- ordinated, skilled and data-informed approach to additional support for learning. A strong focus on early intervention and inclusive practice was also required. 7
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The national context and evidence base outlined above had direct implications for South Lanarkshire. The Council had experienced a sustained increase in the number of children and young people with ASN, alongside an increase in the complexity of need across both mainstream and specialist settings. The Council was committed to an inclusive approach that enabled children and young people with ASN to learn, participate and achieve within their local communities wherever possible, while ensuring specialist provision was available when required. The Council’s strategic direction of travel would focus on:- strengthening inclusive practice in mainstream settings enhancing the skills and capacities of its people improving the quality and suitability of learning environments enhancing specialist and targeted provision supporting families more effectively ensuring resources were used in a sustainable and evidence-informed way Section 6 of the report provided further information on the Council’s strategic direction, which was being delivered under the following headings:- learning environments and ASN estate inclusive practice and classroom support specialist and targeted provision enabling access and participation: ASN transport engaging families and strengthening partnerships In December 2024, the Cabinet Secretary for Finance confirmed that the Scottish Government would provide additional funding of £28 million from 2025/2026 to develop the ASN education workforce and enhance support across all stages of education. The Scottish Government would retain £1 million for national interventions. The Council’s allocation for 2025/2026 was £1.834 million and an implementation plan for the funding had been shared previously with the Committee. This funding underpinned the phased programme of improvement detailed within the report and supported sustainable, long-term system change. The Executive Director (Education Resources) responded to members’ questions on various aspects of the report. The Committee decided: (1) that the national context and increasing complexity of additional support needs across Scotland be noted; (2) that the implications of recent national reviews for the delivery of additional support for learning be noted; (3) that the strategic direction and programme of improvement being taken forward in South Lanarkshire to strengthen support for learners with additional support needs be noted; and (4) that it to be noted that further updates on progress would be brought to the Committee as appropriate. [Reference: Minutes of 18 November 2025 (Paragraph 7)] 8
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7 Education Resources’ Strategic Improvement Plan 2026 to 2029 A report dated 16 April 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources) was submitted:- providing an update on proposals for an Education Resources’ Improvement Plan for the period 2026 to 2029, as detailed in Appendix 1 to the report setting out how the Plan provided a clear, longer‑term strategic direction for schools, nurseries and services across South Lanarkshire outlining how the Plan strengthened coherence, clarity and focus across Education Resources, alongside existing annual resource planning and reporting arrangements Education Resources operated within a complex and evolving national and local context, as detailed in paragraph 3.1 of the report. At the local level, improvement planning was guided by the Council’s Plan Connect 2022 to 2027 and the Children’s Services Plan. The Education Resources’ Improvement Plan 2026 to 2029 had been developed to provide a 3- year strategic framework, providing clear direction for improvement across the whole education system in South Lanarkshire. The Plan:- identified a small number of system-wide priorities that would drive improvement over the next 3 years drew clear lines of sight between national expectations, local priorities and establishment- level improvement planning provided a shared reference point for schools, nurseries, services and partners The Improvement Plan was deliberately designed to operate alongside existing annual resource planning. Annual plans would continue to set specific actions, targets and resource allocations. The Improvement Plan would provide the strategic context and longer-term ambition within which those annual plans would sit. Information was provided on how the Improvement Plan would:- support schools, nurseries and services, as detailed in Section 5 of the report provide clarity for parents, carers and staff, as detailed in Section 6 of the report align with revised central structures, underpinning the work of the revised integrated 3 to 18 years’ Education Support Service, as detailed in Section 7 of the report be monitored and reported, as detailed in Section 8 of the report The Executive Director (Education Resources) responded to members’ questions on various aspects of the report. The Committee decided: (1) that the content and purpose of the Education Resources’ Improvement Plan 2026 to 2029 be noted; (2) to note that the Plan provided a strategic, 3‑year framework to guide improvement planning across schools, nurseries and services, alongside existing annual resource planning and performance reporting; (3) that the benefits of the Plan in providing greater clarity, alignment and consistency for staff, parents, carers and partners be noted; and (4) to note that the Plan would be published and further updates on progress brought to the Committee as appropriate. 9
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8 Strategic Equity Fund (SEF) Update A report dated 16 April 2026 by the Executive Director (Education Resources) was submitted providing an:- update on the Strategic Equity Fund (SEF) plan for 2024/2025 overview of the Council’s SEF Plan for 2025/2026, including work designed to close the poverty related attainment gap The Scottish Attainment Challenge (SAC) was established in February 2015 by the Scottish Government to promote equity in education through streams of additional funding. SAC was an umbrella term used to describe the full allocation of monies provided to schools and other agencies to help tackle the poverty related attainment gap. The element of that funding model, which directly supported local authorities, was reviewed during Session 2021/2022 and was re- launched on 30 March 2022 with a new title of SEF. The Council had received £1.47 million central SEF funding for both financial years 2022/2023 and 2023/2024. In 2024/2025, the funding increased by 26%, with a further increase of 33% for 2025/2026, taking the total funding for the year to £2.27 million. A full SEF Plan was compiled for 2022/2023, which aligned with the Scottish Government guidance. The Plan was centred around the following 5 key workstreams:- Pedagogy Learner Engagement Strengthening Relationships Curriculum Learner Pathways A full SEF Plan for Year 3/4, which continued to be centred around the 5 key workstreams, was attached as Appendix 1 to the report. Details were provided on:- the Council’s progress during 2024/2025 SEF stretch aims for 2025/2026 planning and reporting Pupil Equity Funding cost of the school day and poverty awareness The Committee decided: (1) that the progress made during 2024/2025 on the use of the Strategic Equity Fund (SEF) to reduce the poverty related attainment gap be noted; and (2) that the Council’s SEF Plan outlined for year 4, 2025/2026, on the use of the SEF to enable schools and services to continue to take forward the challenge of reducing the poverty related attainment gap experienced by some pupils, be noted. [Reference: Minutes of 3 March 2025 (Paragraph 7)] 10
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9 School Leaver Destinations 2024/2025 A joint report dated 16 April 2026 by the Executive Directors (Education Resources) and (Community and Enterprise Resources) was submitted providing an update on the:- 2024/2025 School Leaver Destinations report delivery of the Council’s Senior Phase Work-Based Learning Programmes Following a Transformational Review of employability services, responsibility for the delivery of employability services, transferred from Education Resources and Finance and Corporate Resources to Community and Enterprise Resources in April 2024. South Lanarkshire Works, the Council’s employability service, had continued to deliver a range of services on behalf of Education Resources, designed to support young people to progress to positive destinations when they left school and to develop work-based learning skills. The service also funded and delivered a range of programmes for adults experiencing barriers to employment. Case studies, demonstrating the impact of the programme on young people, were included at Appendix 1 to the report. Section 4 of the report provided information on school leaver destinations and post-school tracking. The report highlighted that, in South Lanarkshire:- the positive destination rate was 96.6% compared to a national rate of 95.7% a higher proportion of young people had progressed to higher education and training than across Scotland, and the rate increased by 3.3 percentage points compared to the previous year the rate for the 3 negative destinations of ‘unemployed (seeking)’, ‘unemployed (not seeking)’ and ‘unknown’ was lower than the national rate the 11th joint-highest positive destination rate had been achieved across Scotland when compared with other local authorities. South Lanarkshire consistently achieved a higher positive destination rate than the virtual comparator, West Partnership and national rate Details were provided on:- leaver destinations positive destination rates for young people residing in the most and least deprived data zones positive destination rates for care experienced young people Since 2016, Skills Development Scotland (SDS) had published the Annual Participation Measure, which reported on the education, training and employment activity of 16 to 19 years olds in Scotland. This underpinned the Scottish Government’s National Performance Indicator ‘Percentage of young adults (aged 16 to 19) participating in education, training or employment’, as detailed in paragraph 5.1 of the report. The most recent report, published in August 2024, showed that 94% of young people aged 16 to 19 years old in South Lanarkshire were participating, which was above the Scottish average of 93.3% and an increase from the previous year. Since 2022, the Employability Service had led a process of joint tracking between the Council and SDS to improve the participation measure, as detailed in paragraph 5.2 of the report. As detailed in Sections 6 and 7 of the report, the Council had invested significant resources from a variety of sources to provide a range of learning opportunities and support to assist young people in the senior phase to progress in their learning and achieve a positive leaver destination. That included targeted one to one employability support for school leavers through the Aspire and AspireWorks programmes, and work based learning opportunities through GradU8 and Foundation Apprenticeship programmes. 11
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The Performance, Planning and Operations Manager responded to a member’s question in relation to the GradU8 statistics and undertook to liaise with the Employability Team to provide further information. The Committee decided: (1) that the 2024/2025 School Leaver Destination Report be noted; and (2) that the progress of the Council’s Senior Phase Work-Based Learning Programmes be noted. [Reference: Minutes of 2 May 2023 (Paragraph 12) and Minutes of the Executive Committee of 20 March 2024 (Paragraph 5)] 10 Urgent Business There were no items of urgent business. 12
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resources – Revenue Budget Monitoring 2025/2026 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide information on the actual expenditure measured against the revenue budget for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 for Education Resources [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the Education outturn position as at 31 March 2026 of a balanced position after approved transfers to reserves, as detailed in Appendix A of the report, be noted; and (2) that the budget virements be approved. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. This is the final revenue budget monitoring report presented to the Education Resources Committee for the financial year 2025/2026. 3.2. The report details the financial position for Education Resources. Appendix A outlines the service analysis statement, providing key highlights by service for the Resource and Appendix B provides the detailed financial position with variance explanations by budget category. 4. Scottish Attainment Challenge Funding 4.1. The 2025/2026 budget for Education contains £9.594m awarded for Pupil Equity Funding (PEF) and £2.475m for Strategic Equity Funding (SEF). Total budget for 2025/2026 is £12.069m and this is contained within this reported position. 4.2. In relation to PEF funding, spend to 31 March 2026 was £8.941m, with £0.653m of the 2025/2026 allocation still to spend. 4.3. As a result, the PEF 2025/2026 carry forward as at 31 March 2026 was £0.653m and this was available for the school session April to June 2026. This is in line with the PEF guidance and was approved as a transfer to reserves at the Executive Committee in June 2026, to meet spend and commitment in schools in line with School Improvement Plans. 3 13
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4.4. In relation to SEF funding, actual spend at the end of the financial year was £2.336m with £0.139m of the 2025/2026 allocation still to spend. As a result, the SEF 2025/2026 carry forward as at 31 March 2026 was £0.139m. These funds were invested by the end of the academic year (end of June 2026) in support of existing plans for that year as noted in the SEF Operational Guidance. 5. Employee Implications 5.1. None 6. Financial Implications 6.1. Year-End Position as at 31 March 2026: The actual outturn position was a balanced position after approved transfers to reserves. This is in line with the reported probable outturn position. 6.2. This position reflects underspends in Early Years and Support Services staffing offset by an overspend in teacher costs due to cover, overspends in relation to mainstream and Additional Needs Support (ASN) transport costs and school placements, which are demand led, and additional costs of classroom supplies in schools. 6.3. There are underspends within the Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) core budget and an underspend in the cost of footwear and clothing grant provision due to demand. There is also an over recovery of Early Years fees and income from other local authorities, which is reflected in the position. This income offsets the costs of external school placements. 6.4. Transfers to reserves, approved at the Executive Committee on 4 February 2026, cover the PEF programme of £0.400m and Additional Support for Learning (ASL) funding of £0.078m. However, the final actual spend reflects the requirement to carry forward PEF school balances of £0.653m and ASL of £0.564m. Both of these programmes will be carried forward and available to schools to spend within the academic year to June 2026, in line with guidance. Additional reserve contributions were approved at the Executive Committee on 24 June 2026, to support ASN adaptations of £0.125m and £0.325m for the Schools Capital Fund (normal accounting transaction permitted through the Devolved Management Scheme (DMS) for schools). 6.5. Virements are outlined to realign budgets across budget categories and with other Resources and to reflect some year-end accounting adjustments have been detailed in Appendix B to this report. 7. 2025/2026 Investments 7.1 Local Action Fund Funding was allocated to Education Resources as part of the approved Local Action Fund for 2025/2026. Funding of £0.141m is included in Education’s budget in Appendix B as approved by the Executive Committee. Schools and services have spent this new funding on additional resources in line with Elected Members’ proposals. Funding of £0.010m has been transferred to Corporate Items and carried forward as part of the corporate Transfers to Reserves, to reflect the timing of spend in relation to contract commitments. 7.2. Other Investments Footwear and Clothing grant of £0.285m was allocated as part of the budget setting process for 2025/2026 which enabled a top of £20 per grant award across all sectors. This has been distributed as part of the new allocations this year in line with demand and has been fully spent. 14
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8. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 8.1. There are no implications for climate change, sustainability or environment in terms of the information contained in the report. 9 Risk and Other Implications 9.1. The main risk associated with the Council’s Revenue Budget is that there is an overspend. There are inflationary and budget pressures this year, which increase the risk of overspend; however, these have been mitigated going forward by providing additional funds in the budget strategy. 9.2. The risk is managed through four weekly Budget Monitoring Meetings at which any variance is analysed. In addition, the new forecasting within FUSION and work within the Resource and finance teams, ensures early warning for corrective action to be taken where appropriate. 10. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 10.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and, therefore, no impact assessment is required. 10.2. There is also no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in the report. Jackie Taylor Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 28 May 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Accountable, effective, efficient and transparent Previous References None List of Background Papers Financial ledger and budget monitoring results to 31 March 2026 Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Louise Harvey, Finance Manager (Resources) Ext: 2658 (Tel: 01698 452658) E-mail: louise.harvey@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 15
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Appendix A SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Revenue Budget Monitoring Report Education Committee: Period Ended 31 March 2026 (No. 14) Revenue Budget Monitoring Report – Service Analysis Service Analysis Revised Annual Budget (£000) Year End Actual (£000) Variance (£000) % Education Net Controllable Exp. 503,799 502,132 1,667 0.33% Transfer to Reserves 0 1,667 (1,667) - Position After Transfer to Reserves 503,799 503,799 0 - Service Heading Explanation for significant projected outturn variances Education Schools The cost of teachers was overspent due to the demand for cover across the year. The cost of materials was also overspent due to pupil growth and inflation but was managed within the overall position. Support Services Staff turnover within Support Services in 2025/2026 supported pressures across the Resource. Inclusion Services There continued to be high demand on the Inclusion service budgets in the areas of external placement, aids and adaptation and transport. Overspends this year were supported by underspends in other budget lines in other services as well as underspends in Inclusion budgets including income from Other Local Authorities. Early Years Staff turnover and vacancies continued within the Early Years service this year as well as increased levels of fee income. These underspends and over recovery of income supported pressures across the Resource. Transport The cost of both mainstream transport and ASN transport (taxis) continued to be a rising pressure during 2025/2026. Support for these costs was met through underspends in other budget areas. 16
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Appendix B SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Revenue Budget Monitoring Report Education Resources Committee: Period Ended 31 March 2026 (No.14) Education Resources Summary Budget Category Revised Annual Budget Projected Outturn Projected Outturn Variance YTD Actual YTD Variance £000 Over/ Under % Note £000 £000 £000 £000 Employee Costs 368,824 367,413 1,411 367,113 1,711 under 0.46% 1, c, d, e, f Property Costs 36,467 36,464 3 36,515 (48) over (0.13%) e, f Supplies & Services 12,681 12,763 (82) 11,742 939 under 7.4% 2, a, b, d, e, f Transport & Plant 18,054 21,542 (3,488) 21,505 (3,451) over (19.11%) 3, e, f Administration Costs 2,065 2,069 (4) 2,062 3 under 0.15% 4, e, f Payments to Other Bodies 31,443 31,923 (480) 32,308 (865) over (2.75%) 5, e, f Payments to Contractors 48,132 47,772 360 47,724 408 under 0.85% 6, e, f Transfer Payments 3,144 3,021 123 3,019 125 under 3.98% 7, f Financing Charges 276 277 (1) 275 1 under 0.36% e, f Total Controllable Exp. 521,086 523,244 (2,158) 522,263 (1,177) over (0.23%) Total Controllable Inc. (17,287) (19,923) 2,636 (20,131) 2,844 over recovered 16.45% 8, e, f Net Controllable Exp. 503,799 503,321 478 502,132 1,667 under 0.33% Transfer to Reserves - 478 (478) 1,667 (1,667) g, h, i, j Position after Transfer to Reserves 503,799 503,799 0 503,799 0 - 0.00% Variance Explanations 1. The position represents the net effect of an underspend in Early Years and Support staff costs due to vacancies and turnover of staff offset by an overspend in Teacher costs due to cover. 2. The underspend reflects less than anticipated spend on the Pupil Equity Fund and Additional Support for Learning funding which will be carried forward at the end of the financial year for future commitments (Ref. section 6.4). This is partially offset by increased spend on materials within schools due to pupil growth, the increased demand for equipment required by children with complex needs and food costs for breakfast clubs being higher than budget. 3. The overspend is mainly due to the cost of home to school transport for ASN children and mainstream transport. 4. The underspend reflects spend on Early Years conferences/meetings being lower than budget offset by telephone costs for schools and legal costs for ASN tribunals. 5. This overspend is due to the increased cost of placements for pupils within Other Local Authorities and Independent Schools. This is partially offset by less than anticipated core Early Years spend to date including cross boundary charges and income from placements from other local authorities. 6. The underspend represents the timing of payments for insurance within the PPP contract. 7. The underspend is due to spend on footwear and clothing grants reflecting current demand. 8. The over recovery of income reflects actual levels of income from Early Years fees and Other Local Authorities for placements within South Lanarkshire Council schools. Budget Virements a. Transfer to corporate items in relation to Local Action Fund allocated to schools. Net Effect (£0.010m): Supplies and Services (£0.010m). b. Transfer from corporate items in relation to interest on school’s balances. Net Effect £0.100m: Supplies and Services £0.100m. c. Establish budget to reflect Apprenticeship Levy. Net Effect £1.343m: Employee Costs £1.343m. d. Realignment of budget to reflect Pupil Equity Fund programme delivery. Net Effect £0.000m: Employee Costs £0.012m and Supplies and Services (£0.012m). e. Realignment of budget to reflect current service delivery. Net Effect £0.000m: Employee Costs £0.443m, Property Costs £0.043m, Supplies and Services (£0.171m), Transport Costs £0.020m, Administration Costs £0.055m, Payments to Other Bodies (£0.319m), Payment to Contractors £0.058m, Financing Charges (£0.026m) and Income (£0.103m). f. Virement within school budgets as part of the Devolved Management Scheme for Schools. Net Effect £0.000m: Employee Costs £0.075m, Property Costs (£0.057m), Supplies and Services (£0.157m), Transport Costs £0.085m, Administration Costs £0.095m, Payments to Other Bodies £0.049m, Payment to Contractors £0.001m, Transfer Payments £0.117m, Financing Charges (£0.080m) and Income (£0.128m). Transfer to Reserves (£1.667m): g. Pupil Equity Funding underspend (£0.653m) h. Additional Support for Learning Funding underspend (£0.564m) i. ASN adaptations (£0.125m) j. Schools Capital Fund (£0.325m) 17
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resources – Revenue Budget Monitoring 2026/2027 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide information on the actual expenditure measured against the revenue budget for the period 1 April to 15 May 2026 for Education Resources provide a forecast for the year to 31 March 2027 [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the forecast to 31 March 2027 of a breakeven position as detailed in Appendix A to the report be noted; and (2) that the proposed budget virements be approved. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. This is the first revenue budget monitoring report presented to the Education Resources Committee for the financial year 2026/2027. 3.2. The report details the financial position for Education Resources. Appendix A outlines the service analysis statement, providing key highlights by service for the Resource and Appendix B provides the detailed financial position with variance explanations by budget category. 3.3. This report reflects the actual spend to 15 May 2026 within the Resource budget and reflects the expected outturn forecast on expenditure and income at this date. 4. Scottish Attainment Challenge Funding 4.1. The 2026/2027 budget for Education contains £9.615m awarded for Pupil Equity Funding (PEF) and £2.475m for Strategic Equity Funding (SEF). Total budget for 2026/2027 is £12.090m and this is contained within this reported position. 4.2. In relation to PEF funding, the £9.615m represents £0.653m 2025/2026 carry forward and £8.963m for the 2026/2027 allocation. Spend and commitment to date as at 15 May 2026 is £0.316m, with £9.299m still to spend. This does not include staff costs for the period 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. 4.3. In relation to SEF funding, spend and commitment to date is £0.007m with £2.468m still to spend. No staff costs for 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 are reflected within this 4 19
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position, and as this is a specific grant allocation, funding is received based on actual spend. 4.4. The Committee will continue to be updated with the spend position for 2026/2027 throughout the year for both Scottish Attainment Challenge funded areas. 5. Employee Implications 5.1. None 6. Financial Implications 6.1. As at 15 May 2026, the Resource’s projected outturn position for 2026/2027 is a breakeven position. This is outlined in the attached appendices. 6.2. This position reflects underspends in Early Years and Support Services staffing offset by a projected overspend in teacher costs due to cover, overspends in relation to mainstream and ASN transport costs and school placements, which are demand led and additional costs of classroom supplies in schools. There are underspends with the Early Years core budget and also an over recovery of Early Years fees and income from Other Local Authorities, which will support the position. 6.3. This position allows for the use of earmarked reserves to fund pressure areas in classroom supplies, teachers and external school placements. Other pressure areas, such as cleaning and janitorial and the potential impact of transport inflationary increases are highlighted but not yet quantifiable. The Education Resources position as at 15 May 2026 assumes that funding will be drawn down later in the financial year, as required, to ensure a break-even position for the year. 6.4. Virements are proposed to realign budgets across budget categories and with other Resources. These movements have been detailed in Appendix B to this report. 7. 2026/2027 Investments – School Supplies 7.1 Additional funding of £0.500m has been allocated to schools within classroom materials on a pupil roll basis. This funding is in school budgets from 1 April 2026. This is permanent funding allocated to devolved school budgets. 7. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 7.1. There are no implications for climate change, sustainability or the environment in terms of the information contained in the report. 8. Risk and Other Implications 8.1 The main risk associated with the Council’s Revenue Budget is that there is an overspend. There are inflationary and budget pressures this year, which increase the risk of overspend however we have mitigated this going forward by providing additional funds in the budget strategy, and in this year, through some reserve funds available. 8.2. The risk is managed through four weekly Budget Monitoring Meetings at which any variance is analysed. In addition, the new forecasting within FUSION and work within the Resource and finance teams, ensures early warning for corrective action to be taken where appropriate. 9. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 9.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and therefore no impact assessment is required. 20
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9.2. There is also no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in the report. Jackie Taylor Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Lindsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 28 May 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Accountable, effective, efficient and transparent Previous References None List of Background Papers Financial ledger and budget monitoring results to 15 May 2026 Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Louise Harvey, Finance Manager (Ressources) Ext: 2658 (Tel: 01698 452658) E-mail: louise.harvey@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 21
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Appendix A SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Revenue Budget Monitoring Report Education Committee: Period 2 Ended 15 May 2026 (No. 2) Revenue Budget Monitoring Report – Service Analysis Service Analysis Revised Annual Budget (£000) Projected Outturn (£000) Projected Outturn Variance (£000) % YTD Actual (£000) Education Net Controllable Exp. 524,398 524,398 0 0.00% 50,702 Service Heading Explanation for significant projected outturn variances Education Schools The cost of teachers is expected to be overspent due to the demand for cover across the year. The impact of classroom materials budgets as a result of pupil growth, transport costs and increased cost continues to be a financial pressure this year but is managed within the overall outturn position. Support Services Staff turnover within Support Services this year is supporting pressures across the Resource. Inclusion Services There continues to be high demand on the Inclusion service budgets in the areas of external placement, aids and adaptation and transport. Overspends this year are being supported by reserve balances as well as underspends in other areas including income from Other Local Authorities. Early Years Staff turnover and vacancies continue within the Early Years service this year as well as increased levels of fee income. These underspends and over recovery are supporting pressures within the service and across the Resource. Transport The cost of both mainstream transport and ASN transport (taxis) continues to be a rising pressure this year and will be monitored given anticipated contract and fuel cost increases. Support for these costs is being met through underspends in other budget areas. 22
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Appendix B SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Revenue Budget Monitoring Report Education Resources Committee: Period Ended 15 May 2026 (No.2) Education Resources Summary Budget Category Revised Annual Budget Projected Outturn Projected Outturn Variance Over/ Under % Variance YTD Actual Note £000 £000 £000 £000 Employee Costs 380,863 380,676 187 under 0.05% 38,590 1, b, c, d Property Costs 36,958 36,958 0 - 0.00% 301 c, d Supplies & Services 16,929 17,364 (435) over (2.57%) 2,629 2, b, c, d Transport & Plant 18,311 20,945 (2,634) over (14.38%) 2,629 3, c, d Administration Costs 855 855 0 - 0.00% 107 c, d Payments to Other Bodies 30,084 29,877 207 under 0.69% 5,497 4, b, c, d Payments to Contractors 49,584 49,584 0 - 0.00% 3,810 d Transfer Payments 2,452 2,452 0 - 0.00% 127 a, d Financing Charges 399 399 0 - 0.00% 0 c Total Controllable Exp. 536,435 539,110 (2,675) over (0.50%) 51,805 Total Controllable Inc. (12,037) (14,712) 2,675 over recovered 22.20% (1,103) 5, b, d Net Controllable Exp. 524,398 524,398 0 - 0.00% 50,702 Variance Explanations 1. The position represents the net effect of an underspend in Early Years and Support staff costs due to vacancies and turnover of staff offset by an overspend in Teacher costs due to cover. 2. The overspend is mainly due to increased spend on materials within schools due to pupil growth, the increased demand for equipment required by children with complex needs and food costs for breakfast clubs being higher than budget. 3. The overspend is mainly due to the cost of home to school transport for ASN children and mainstream transport. 4. The underspend reflects less than anticipated core Early Years spend including cross boundary charges to other local authorities. This is partially offset by the increased cost of placements for pupils with additional support needs in Independent Schools. 5. The over recovery of income reflects projected levels of income from Early Years fees and Other Local Authorities for placements within South Lanarkshire Council schools. Budget Virements a. Transfer from corporate items in relation to Footwear & Clothing Grant for Early Years. Net Effect £0.200m: Transfer Payments £0.200m. b. Establish budget for additional income received for Developing the Young Workforce and Confucius programmes. Net Effect £0.000m: Employee Costs £0.350m, Supplies and Services £0.016m, Payments to Other Bodies £0.016m and Income (£0.382m). c. Realignment of budget to reflect current service delivery. Net Effect £0.000m: Employee Costs £0.098m, Property Costs (£0.192m), Supplies and Services £0.028m, Transport Costs £0.682m, Administration Costs (£0.047m), Payments to Other Bodies (£0.563m) and Financing Charges (£0.006m). d. Realignment of DMS. Net Effect £0.000m: Employee Costs £0.002m, Property Costs £0.062m, Supplies and Services (£0.472m), Transport Costs £0.025m, Administration Costs £0.079m, Payments to Other Bodies £0.301m, Payment to Contractors £0.002m, Transfer Payments £0.099m and Income (£0.097m). 23
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resources – Capital Budget Monitoring 2025/2026 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide information on the progress of the capital programme for Education Resources for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation:- [recs] (1) that the Education Resources’ capital programme of £5.007 million, and expenditure for the year of £4.042 million, be noted. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. This is the final capital monitoring report presented to the Education Resources Committee for the financial year 2025/2026. 3.2. As noted in the last report to this Committee (5 May 2026), the budget for Education Resources for the financial year 2025/2026 was £5.007 million. This was the final budget for the year 2025/2026. 3.3. The report details the financial position for Education Resources in Appendix A. 4. Employee Implications 4.1. There are no employee implications as a result of this report. 5. Financial Implications 5.1. 2025/2026 Capital Programme – Final Position As detailed in paragraph 3.2, the total capital programme for Education Resources for 2025/2026 was £5.007 million. Total expenditure to the 31 March 2026 was £4.042 million, a difference of £0.965 million in comparison to the programme of £5.007 million. 5.2. The programme underspend reflects the timing of spend on the Secondary Schools modernisation projects which are expected to spend throughout 2026/2027 and 2027/2028. 5.3. This underspend, along with the funding, will carry forward into next financial year as required. An update on the 2026/2027 programme is detailed in a separate report to this Committee. 5 25
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6. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 6.1. There are no implications for climate change, sustainability or the environment in terms of the information contained in this report. 7. Risk and Other Implications 7.1. The main risk associated with the Council’s Capital Programme is that there is an overspend. The risk has been assessed as low given the detailed project management plans prepared and monitored for each project. The risk of overspend is managed through four weekly Investment Management Meetings. 8. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 8.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and, therefore, no impact assessment is required. 8.2. There is also no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in the report. Jackie Taylor Executive Director, Finance and Corporate Resources Lindsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 3 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Accountable, Effective, Efficient and Transparent Previous References Executive Committee, 25 June 2025 List of Background Papers Financial ledger to 31 March 2026 Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Graham Booth, Finance Manager (Strategy) Ext: 2699 (Tel: 01698 452699) E-mail: graham.booth@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 26
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Appendix A South Lanarkshire Council Capital Expenditure 2025/2026 Education Resources Programme For Period 1 April 2025 – 31 March 2026 Education Resources Base Budget £000 Budget Adjustments £000 Slippage/ Acceleration £000 Total Budget £000 Forecast Spend £000 Forecast Variance £000 Actual Expenditure £000 Growth / Accommodation Pressures 3,682 566 (1,063) 3,185 3,185 - 2,319 ICT Developments 1,346 - - 1,346 1,346 - 1,328 Free School Meals 476 - - 476 476 - 395 TOTAL 5,504 566 (1,063) 5,007 5,007 - 4,042 27
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resources – Capital Budget Monitoring 2026/2027 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide information on the progress of the capital programme for Education Resources for the period 1 April to 15 May 2026 [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the Education Resources’ capital programme of £15.297 million, and forecast expenditure of £15.297 million, be noted. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. This is the first capital monitoring report presented to the Education Resources Committee for the financial year 2026/2027. Further reports will follow throughout the year. 3.2. The budget of £15.297 million for Education Resources reflects the budget approved by the Executive Committee in June 2026. Details are provided in Section 5. 3.3. The report details the financial position for Education Resources in Appendix A. 4. Employee Implications 4.1. There are no employee implications as a result of this report. 5. Financial Implications 5.1. 2026/2027 Budget As detailed in paragraph 3.2, the revised capital programme for Education Resources for 2026/2027 is £15.297 million. This budget is based on the original programme of projects approved by the Council in February 2026 (£14.746 million), updated to include budget carried forward from financial year 2025/2026 and an adjustment approved at the Executive Committee in June 2026 (total increase of £0.551 million). The details of this adjustment are shown in Appendix A. 5.2. The budget of £15.297 million reflects the level of spend which can be achieved in 2026/2027, based on current estimates. 6 29
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5.3. 2026/2027 Forecast Appendix A shows a forecast for the financial year of £15.297 million. For information, actual expenditure to 15 May 2026 is £0.353 million. 5.4. 2026/2027 Investments Funding has been allocated to Education Resources as part of the 2026/2027 Investment funding. The Education budget for 2026/2027 includes £2.100 million for Visual Equipment for Schools and £0.500 million for Additional Support Need School Estate Improvements as part of the Investments. 6. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 6.1. There are no implications for climate change, sustainability or the environment in terms of the information contained in this report. 7. Risk and Other Implications 7.1. The main risk associated with the Council’s Capital Programme is that there is an overspend. The risk has been assessed as low given the detailed project management plans prepared and monitored for each project. The risk of overspend is managed through four weekly Investment Management Meetings. 8. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 8.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and, therefore, no impact assessment is required. 8.2. There is also no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in the report. Jackie Taylor Executive Director, Finance and Corporate Resources Lindsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 4 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Accountable, Effective, Efficient and Transparent Previous References South Lanarkshire Council, 25 February 2026 Executive Committee, 24 June 2026 List of Background Papers Financial ledger to 15 May 2026 Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Graham Booth, Finance Manager (Strategy) Ext: 2699 (Tel: 01698 452699) E-mail: graham.booth@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 30
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Appendix A South Lanarkshire Council Capital Expenditure 2026/2027 Education Resources Programme For Period 1 April 2026 – 15 May 2026 Education Resources Base Budget £000 Budget Adjustments £000 Slippage/ Acceleration £000 Total Budget £000 Forecast Spend £000 Forecast Variance £000 Actual Expenditure £000 Growth / Accommodation Pressures 10,767 - - 10,767 10,767 - 12 ICT Developments 4,520 - - 4,520 4,520 - 341 Free School Meals 10 - - 10 10 - - TOTAL 15,297 - - 15,297 15,297 - 353 For Information Only Budget Adjustments approved by Executive Committee, 24 June 2026: Budget Adjustments St Athanasius Primary School Upgrading and expansion of the external play and teaching area to increase pupil capacity of PE, including upgrading of School Multi-Purpose Games Area (MUGA). This will be funded from Developers Contributions. Total Budget Adjustments £0.050m (£0.050m) - 31
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resources - Workforce Monitoring – 1 March to 30 April 2026 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide employment information for 1 March to 30 April 2026 relating to Education Resources [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the following employment information for 1 March to 30 April 2026 relating to Education Resources be noted:- attendance statistics occupational health accident/incident statistics discipline, grievance and Dignity at Work cases analysis of leavers and exit interviews Staffing watch as at 14 March 2026 [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. As part of the Council’s performance management arrangements, regular workforce monitoring reports are submitted to the Committee. This report for Education Resources provides information on the position for 1 March to 30 April 2026. 4. Monitoring Statistics 4.1. Attendance Statistics (Appendix 1) Information on absence statistics is analysed for the month of April 2026 for Education Resources. The Resource absence figure for April 2026 was 4.3%, this figure has decreased by 1.8% when compared to the previous month and is 1.3% lower than the Council- wide figure. Compared to April 2025, the Resource absence figure has decreased by 0.6%. Based on the absence figure at April 2026, the annual average absence for the Resource for 2026/2027 is 4.3%, compared to a Council-wide average figure of 5.6%. 7 33
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Managers follow the procedures outlined in the Maximising Attendance Policy to support employees to remain at work, or to return to work after a sickness absence. There are comprehensive employee supports in place and additionally, Personnel Services work in close partnership with line managers and Resource Management Teams on a case management basis to ensure that appropriate actions are taken. 4.2. Occupational Health (Appendix 2) In terms of referrals to occupational health, overall, 382 referrals were made this period. This represents an increase of 6 when compared with the same period last year. 4.3. Accident/Incident Statistics There were 253 accidents/incidents recorded and investigated within the Resource during this period. This represents an increase of 84 when compared with the same period last year. 4.4. Discipline, Grievance and Dignity at Work (Appendix 2) During the period, no disciplinary hearings were held within the Resource, this figure has decreased by 6 when compared to the same period last year. No appeals were heard by the resource and 1 appeal was pending to be heard by the appeals panel. Five grievances were raised within the Resource; this figure has increased by 4 when compared to the same period last year. One Dignity at Work complaint was raised within the Resource, this figure has increased by 1 when compared to the same period last year. 4.5. Analysis of Leavers (Appendix 2a) There was a total of 33 leavers this period who were eligible for an exit questionnaire. This figure has increased by 5 when compared with the same period last year. Twelve exit questionnaires were completed in this period, this figure has increased by 7 when compared to the same period last year. 5. Staffing Watch (Appendix 3) 5.1. There has been an increase of 15 employees in post from 13 December 2025 to 14 March 2026. 6. Employee Implications 6.1. There are no implications for employees arising from the information presented in this report. 7. Financial Implications 7.1. All financial implications are accommodated within existing budgets. 8. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 8.1. There are no Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications in terms of the information contained within this report. 9. Risk and Other Implications 9.1. There are no implications for sustainability or risk in terms of the information contained within this report. 10. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 10.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and, therefore, no impact assessment is required. 34
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10.2. There was no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in this report. Jackie Taylor Executive Director (Finance and Corporate Resources) Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 26 May 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Accountable, effective, efficient and transparent Fair, open and sustainable Ambitious, self-aware and improving Excellent employer Focused on people and their needs Working with and respecting others Previous References Education Resources Committee – 5 May 2026 List of Background Papers Monitoring information provided by Finance and Corporate Resources Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Elaine Maxwell, HR Business Manager Ext: (Tel: 01698 454647) E-mail:elaine.maxwell@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 35
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2024 / 2025 2025 / 2026 2026 / 2027 2024 / 2025 2025 / 2026 2026 / 2027 2024 / 2025 2025 / 2026 2026 / 2027 2024 / 2025 2025 / 2026 2026 / 2027 % % % % % % % % % % % % April 5.4 6.8 5.7 April 2.9 3.5 3.2 April 4.0 4.9 4.3 April 5.2 5.7 5.6 May 6.0 6.6 May 3.0 3.8 May 4.4 5.0 May 5.3 5.6 June 5.5 6.3 June 2.8 2.9 June 4.1 4.4 June 5.2 5.4 July 3.2 3.8 July 1.0 1.4 July 2.0 2.4 July 4.1 4.3 August 3.9 4.4 August 1.9 1.7 August 2.8 2.8 August 4.7 4.7 September 6.6 5.8 September 3.5 4.1 September 4.9 4.8 September 6.1 6.1 October 6.5 6.6 October 3.8 4.2 October 5.0 5.2 October 6.0 6.2 November 7.8 8.2 November 5.0 5.3 November 6.2 6.6 November 6.9 7.0 December 8.6 8.5 December 5.4 5.6 December 6.8 6.9 December 7.0 7.5 January 8.0 7.2 January 4.9 5.0 January 6.3 5.9 January 6.7 6.5 February 8.4 7.5 February 4.9 5.1 February 6.5 6.1 February 7.0 6.8 March 8.3 7.8 March 4.5 4.8 March 6.2 6.1 March 6.8 6.7 Annual Average 6.5 6.6 5.7 Annual Average 3.6 4.0 3.2 Annual Average 4.9 5.1 4.3 Annual Average 5.9 6.0 5.6 Average Apr - Mar 6.5 6.6 5.7 Average Apr - Mar 3.6 4.0 3.2 Average Apr - Mar 4.9 5.1 4.3 5.9 6.0 5.6 3261 4000 7261 15824 Appendix 1 Absence Trends - 2024/2025, 2025/2026 & 2026/ 2027 Education Resources Council WideAPT&C Teachers Resource Total No of Employees at 30 April 2026 No of Employees at 30 April 2026 No of Employees at 30 April 2026 No of Employees at 30 April 2026 36
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Mar - Apr Mar - Apr 2025 2026 MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS Number of Employees Attending EMPLOYEE COUNSELLING SERVICE Total Number of Referrals PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICE Total Number of Referrals REFERRALS TO EMPLOYEE SUPPORT OFFICER 129 140 REFERRALS TO COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY 14 2 TOTAL 376 382 Mar - Apr Mar - Apr 2025 2026 Over 3 day absences** 4 0 Minor 13 13 Near Miss *** 6 6 Violent Incident: Physical**** 126 215 Violent Incident: Verbal***** 20 19 Total Accidents/Incidents 169 253 Mar - Apr Mar - Apr 2025 2026 Total Number of Hearings 6 0 Total Number of Resource Appeals 0 0 Appeals Pending 0 1 Time Taken to Convene Hearing - 1 March 2026 to 30 April 2026 0-3 Weeks 4-6 Weeks Over 6 Weeks 0 0 0 Mar - Apr Mar - Apr 2025 2026 Number of Grievances 1 5 Number Resolved at Stage 2 1 0 Still in Progress 0 5 Mar - Apr Mar - Apr 2025 2026 Number of Incidents 0 1 Still in Process 0 1 RECORD OF DIGNITY AT WORK 128 121 CAUSE OF ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS *A Specified Injury is any fracture (other than to the fingers, thumbs or toes), amputation, loss of sight, serious burns, crushing injury, scalping, loss of consciousness caused by asphyxiation/ head injury, a chemical or hot metal burn to the eye or penetrating injury as defined by the HSE. **Over 3 day / over 7day absence is an injury sustained outwith specified injury category that results in a period of absence of absence as defined by the HSE. ***Near Miss - Any unexpected, unplanned occurrence (except Dangerous Occurrences) that does not lead to injury of persons, damage to property, plant or equipment but may have done so in different ****Physical violent incidents are included in the "Specified" figures, where applicable, to provide the ****Physical violent incidents and ***** Verbal Violent Incidents are included in the "Over 3-day or Over 7- day" figures, where applicable, to provide the "Total Over 3-day or Over 7-day" figures. ****Physical Violent Incidents and ***** Verbal Violent Incidents are included in the "Minor" figures, where applicable, to provide the "Total Minor" figures. RECORD OF DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS RECORD OF GRIEVANCE HEARINGS 19 24 Appendix 2 EDUCATION RESOURCES 86 95 37
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Mar - Apr Mar - Apr 2025 2026 Career Advancement 7 12 Child Caring / Caring Responsibilities 1 2 Further Education 1 1 Moving outwith area 0 1 Personal Reasons 11 10 Poor relationship with managers / colleagues 0 1 Other 8 6 Total Number of Leavers Eligible for Exit Questionnaire 28 33 Number of Exit Questionnaires completed 5 12 Percentage of Questionnaires completed 18% 36% ANALYSIS OF REASONS FOR LEAVING Appendix 2a EDUCATION RESOURCES 38
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As at 14 March 2026 F/T P/T F/T P/T Teachers 672 127 2110 1207 4116 Other 95 85 545 2470 3195 Total Employees 767 212 2655 3677 7311 Chief Officer Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Fixed SCP Teacher TOTAL Teachers 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3519.30 3519.30 Other 6.00 1054.83 990.77 127.95 47.80 10.00 0.00 0.58 0.00 2237.93 As at 13 December 2025 F/T P/T F/T P/T Teachers 672 126 2136 1205 4139 Other 94 85 559 2419 3157 Total Employees 766 211 2695 3624 7296 Chief Officer Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Fixed SCP Teacher TOTAL Teachers 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3543.83 3543.83 Other 6.00 1160.79 1056.21 131.47 49.40 11.00 0.00 1.58 0.00 2416.45 JOINT STAFFING WATCH RETURN EDUCATION RESOURCES *Full - Time Equivalent No of Employees MALE FEMALE TOTAL Appendix 3 Salary Bands *Full - Time Equivalent No of Employees Salary Bands MALE FEMALE TOTAL 39
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resource Plan 2025/2026: Quarter 4 Progress Report 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] present the Education Resource Plan 2025/2026 Quarter 4 Progress Report [1purpose] 2. Recommendations 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendations:- [ (1) that the Education Resource Plan Quarter 4 Progress Report 2025/2026, as summarised in paragraph 5.2 and attached as Appendix 2, be noted; (2) that the key achievements made by the Resource to date, as detailed in paragraph 5.3 of this report, be noted; and (3) that the additional scrutiny of changes in measure status between Quarter 2 and Quarter 4, as summarised at paragraph 5.4, be noted. 3. Background 3.1. The Education Resource Plan 2025/2026 was approved by the Committee on 10 June 2025 and sets out the outcomes, measures and actions to be managed and delivered by the Resource for the financial year 2025/2026. 3.2. The Resource Plan follows the agreed corporate structure and style. The Plan is a key element of the Council’s performance management arrangements and provides details of the context within which the Resource operates and establishes actions and measures for the year ahead based on the Outcomes set out in the Council Plan Connect 2022 to 2027. 4. Resource Outcomes 2025/2026 4.1. The Resource has established several outcomes to support the delivery of the Connect Outcomes in 2025/2026. These are detailed at Appendix 1. 5. Quarter 4 Progress Report 2025/2026 5.1. Progress against all Resource Plan measures is contained in the Quarter 4 Progress Report 2025/2026 and attached as Appendix 2. This report has been produced from the Council’s performance management reporting system IMPROVe, and uses a traffic light format with the following definitions to give a status report on each measure:- 8 41
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Status Definition Blue Project complete Green The timescale or target has been met as per expectations Amber There has been minor slippage against timescale or minor shortfall against target Red There has been major slippage against timescale or major shortfall against target Report later The information is not yet available to allow us to say whether the target has been reached or not. This will be reported when available Contextual Included for ‘information only,’ to set performance information in context The overall summary of progress to date is set out in the table below:- Status Measures Statistical Project Total % Blue 0 4 4 7% Green 16 30 46 85% Amber 1 2 3 6% Red 0 0 0 0% Report later/Contextual 0 1 1 2% Totals 17 37 54 100% (Data correct as of 01 April 2026) 5.2. Key achievements for 2025/2026 are noted below: 5.2.1. Connect Outcome Communities and Environment Resource Outcome Achievement Empower learners to shape and influence actions on climate change and sustainability The Conference of Schools (CoS4) event once again provided an influential platform for young people to educate, inspire and engage their peers on climate action. Designed and delivered by students for students, the event showcased ideas and solutions aimed at tackling climate change at both local and global levels. Connect Outcome Education and Learning Resource Outcome Achievement Provide a rich and stimulating curriculum that helps raise standards in literacy and numeracy Curriculum Design Over 880 individual school visits were undertaken by CQIS officers in 2025/26 supporting curriculum innovation, learning and teaching improvements and strategies for raising attainment. Literacy Our P1/4/7 literacy continues a general trend upwards since session 2020/2021. We remain above pre pandemic levels and close to the national average. 42
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Support children and young people to develop their skills for learning, life and work There was a small dip in performance in 2025/2026. This contrasts with a strong and improving performance elsewhere in the system and should therefore be seen as a localised fluctuation and not part of a systemic decline. S3 literacy remains above the national average and has increased gradually since the pandemic. Third level continues to show stronger performance. Fourth level is at its highest since 2016/2017. The literacy gap continues to close across P1/4/7 and is now very close to pre-pandemic levels. Numeracy Our P1/4/7 numeracy continues a general trend upwards since session 2020/2021. We remain above pre pandemic levels and very close to the national average. Third and fourth level numeracy also remain above the national average. Fourth level has overtaken our pre pandemic levels. Our numeracy gap continues to close across P1/4/7 and in S3 our gap remains smaller than the national average. Attainment Our exam results in 2025 showed steady improvement across the board with National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher attainment all exceeding previous levels. Almost 49% of S4 learners achieved 5 or more awards (A- C). The number of S5 pupils achieving 5 or more Higher Awards rose to 18.5% and S6 pupils achieving similar awards at Advanced Higher rose to 21.2% The percentage of pupils from our most deprived areas gaining 5 or more awards rose to their highest levels and are now above the national average. Leaver Destinations Boosted by improving attainment, the 2025/2026 academic year saw continuing strong performance in positive leaver destinations. Against a difficult economic backdrop, 96.6% of our leavers entered a positive destination. This is above the national average and continues a long-standing upward trend. 43
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Connect Outcome: Health and Wellbeing Resource Outcome Achievement Improve health and wellbeing to enable children and families to flourish Our whole-systems approach to mental health and wellbeing ensures early intervention and accessible, high-quality support for children and young people. This includes increased access to digital counselling services such as Kooth, the development of peer support programmes in schools, and targeted trauma-informed interventions. All primary and secondary schools in South Lanarkshire can offer access to counselling for children aged ten and over, with more young people choosing to self-refer and reporting improved wellbeing following engagement with support services. Alongside this, we invested over £140,000 in equipment and support to help sustain breakfast clubs in every school, recognising the important role they play in promoting wellbeing, readiness to learn and equitable support for all learners. We continue to strengthen our partnership with NHS Lanarkshire Public Health Team, working collaboratively to promote positive health and wellbeing. This includes the co-production of accessible publicity materials for use in schools, supporting key public health priorities such as immunisation programmes, good hygiene practices, and preventative health measures including hand hygiene, eye and hearing screening, and dental health. Connect Outcome: Children and Young People Resource Outcome Achievement Ensure inclusion, equity and equality are at the heart of what we do. Our focus on inclusion, equity and equality continues to shape practice across establishments and services, ensuring that all children and young people are supported to achieve and participate fully in school life. Through a combination of targeted support, inclusive approaches and strong partnership working, we are reducing barriers to learning and creating more responsive learning environments. We have strengthened this commitment through a £1.6 million investment in a revised service model for additional support needs. This includes the creation of 24.0 FTE specialist posts, enhancing capacity to support learners more effectively, improve professional practice and make better use of data to inform targeted interventions and planning. 44
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Across South Lanarkshire, schools continue to receive national recognition for their inclusive ethos, with a growing number achieving awards and working towards accreditation that reflects their commitment to children’s rights, equity and high-quality learning experiences for all. Creative and cultural opportunities also play an important role in promoting inclusion. Music and arts programmes bring together learners from a wide range of backgrounds, including those in additional support needs settings, providing meaningful opportunities for participation, collaboration and achievement. The Instrumental Music Service continues to make a significant contribution to inclusive practice across South Lanarkshire, delivering high-quality, accessible music education that supports participation, achievement and community engagement. Connect Outcome: Housing and Land Resource Outcome Achievement No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome Connect Outcome Our Economy Resource Outcome Achievement No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome 5.2.2. In addition to working towards these Outcomes, we recognise that the council is committed to continuous improvement, ensuring the effective and efficient use of resources while conducting business with integrity, transparency, and via the highest standards. The identification and review of Resource outcomes are embedded within the broader ambition of Delivering the Plan and Achieving Best Value, underpinning our efforts to enhance service delivery and drive meaningful progress. 5.3. Areas for improvement There were no measures that have been classified as ‘red’ (major slippage against timescale or shortfall against target). 5.4. A further analysis introduced to aid scrutiny of performance, is to highlight and explain all measures that have changed status from Quarter 2 to Quarter 4. 1 measure changed from green to blue 10 measures changed from amber to green 13 measures changed from “report later/contextual” to green 1 measure changed from “report later/contextual" to amber 6. Employee Implications 6.1. The outcomes noted within the Resource Plan will inform the Service Action Plans, where applicable, and in turn the Performance Appraisal process for individual employees. 45
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7. Financial Implications 7.1. The outcomes within the Resource Plan are reflected in the respective annual Resource Revenue and Capital budgets and, longer term, within the framework of the council’s approved Financial Strategy. 8. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 8.1. There are no climate change or environmental implications as a result of this report. 8.2. The council acknowledges the serious and immediate threat of climate change and is committed to accelerating the pace of action in response to the climate emergency and in Scotland’s transition to a net-zero and climate resilient society and economy. All Resource Plans have recognised sustainable development and climate change as a key area of focus for 2025/2026. 9. Risk and Other Implications 9.1. A significant element of the delivery of the outcomes in the Community Plan 2022 to 2032 will come through the achievement of the actions contained within Connect. 9.2. Resource Plan actions are assessed as part of the Resource’s risk management arrangements and relevant issues have been added to the Resource Risk Register. 10. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 10.1. Many of the actions detailed within the Resource Plan reflect ongoing strategies and policies which will be or have been the subject of consultation and equality impact assessment. 10.2. There was no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained within this report. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 10 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes The Resource Plan has been structured upon the Vision, Values and Outcomes in the Council Plan Connect 2022 to 2027 Previous References Education Resources Quarter 2 Progress Report 2025/2026 List of Background Papers Council Plan Connect 2022 to 2027 – approved by the full Council on 15 June 2022 Education Resource Plan 2024/2025 – approved by Committee on 21 May 2024 Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Gary Lambie , Performance, Planning and Operations Manager Ext: 4495 (Tel: 01698 454495) E-mail: gary.lambie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 46
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Appendix 1 Education Resource Outcomes 2025-26 Connect Outcomes Resource Outcomes Communities and Environment • Empower learners to shape and influence actions on climate change and sustainability Education and Learning • Provide a rich and stimulating curriculum that helps raise standards in literacy and numeracy • Support children and young people to develop their skills for learning, life and work Health and Wellbeing • Improve health and wellbeing to enable children and families to flourish Children and Young People • Ensure inclusion, equity and equality are at the heart of what we do Housing and Land • No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome Our Economy • No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome Delivering the Plan and achieving Best Value • The council demonstrates high standards of governance and sound financial stewardship • Customers experience high quality and improving council services • The workforce has the skills, flexibility and capacity to deliver the council’s priorities • Digital and ICT services meet the needs of the council and its customers 47
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While the target has not been met this year using pre-validation data, longer-term trends and nationally validated datasets point to positive underlying progress. This improvement trajectory is supported by the Education Resources Improvement Plan 2026–29, which focuses on strengthening learning, teaching and assessment, improving literacy and numeracy across all stages, and delivering a more coherent and ambitious curriculum from early years through to the senior phase. Green 84.9% 80.2% 79.1% 81.6% 81.5% Percentage gap between P1, P4 and P7 pupils from the least and most deprived areas attaining the appropriate Curriculum for Excellence level for their stage or better in Numeracy Targets were deliberately set as stretch aims, in line with Scottish Government guidance, to be ambitious and drive continuous improvement rather than represent minimum expectations; consequently, individual stretch aims may not be met in every year despite positive underlying progress. More recent nationally validated data demonstrates an improving overall trend for South Lanarkshire. This improvement trajectory is supported by the Education Resources Improvement Plan 2026–29, which focuses on strengthening learning, teaching and assessment, improving literacy and numeracy across all stages, and delivering a more coherent and ambitious curriculum from early years through to the senior phase. Green 14.0% 17.7% 18.6% 17.7% 17.4% Page 3 52
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While the current year position has not yet met the stretch target, primary school attendance remains above the level achieved in earlier years and shows a generally improving trend over the three-year period. The target was set as an ambitious stretch aim to drive sustained improvement and reduce inequalities, rather than represent a minimum expectation. Ongoing focus on attendance, wellbeing and early intervention continues to support positive underlying progress. The council-wide ‘Every School Day Matters’ attendance campaign has since been launched to promote the importance of regular attendance. Green 3.4% 4.6% 5.5% 5.1% 4.8% Percentage gap between the attendance of the least and most deprived children and young people at secondary school Quoted figure is based official SG publication for AAE census, published Dec'25. While the current year position has not yet met the stretch target, primary school attendance remains above the level achieved in earlier years and shows a generally improving trend over the three-year period. The target was set as an ambitious stretch aim to drive sustained improvement and reduce inequalities, rather than represent a minimum expectation. Ongoing focus on attendance, wellbeing and early intervention continues to support positive underlying progress. The council-wide ‘Every School Day Matters’ attendance campaign has since been launched to promote the importance of regular attendance. Green 5.0% 8.0% 8.0% 8.1% 7.6% Percentage of pupils gaining 1 or more awards at SCQF Level 5 or better Year-to-date quoted figure is based on the 2025 SQA diet - Insight February Update: Leavers S4,S5 and S6. 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Amber 3.0% 3.7% 6.1% 2.9% 3.2% Health and Wellbeing Improve physical, mental and emotional health of learners and their families Performance Indicators Comments/ Progress Status 2023/24 2024/252022/23Target To Date -------- Last 3 Years ------------------- This Year ----------- Percentage of children and young people attending primary school While the current year position has not yet met the stretch target, primary school attendance remains above the level achieved in earlier years and shows a generally improving trend over the three-year period. The target was set as an ambitious stretch aim to drive sustained improvement and reduce inequalities, rather than represent a minimum expectation. Ongoing focus on attendance, wellbeing and early intervention continues to support positive underlying progress. The council-wide ‘Every School Day Matters’ attendance campaign has since been launched to promote the importance of regular attendance. Green 94.6% 93.7% 92.5% 92.9% 93.8% Percentage of children and young people attending secondary school Secondary school attendance continues to improve compared with previous years and remains stable in a challenging national context, although the stretch target has not yet been achieved. As with other wellbeing measures, the target was deliberately ambitious to promote continuous improvement. Targeted actions to support engagement, wellbeing and sustained attendance are contributing to positive longer-term progress. The council-wide ‘Every School Day Matters’ attendance campaign has since been launched to promote the importance of regular attendance. Green 93.0% 87.9% 87.2% 87.9% 88.3% Page 5 54
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Insight February Update: Leavers S4, S5 and S6. Green 11.3% 14.4% 16.4% -15.7% -17.2% Percentage gap between pupils from the least and most deprived areas gaining 1 or more awards at SCQF Level 6 or better Year-to-date quoted figure is based on the 2025 SQA diet - Insight February update: Leavers S4, S5 and S6. Green 31.0% 25.6% 31.9% 31.7% 35.7% Increase the number of English as a Second or Other Language (ESOL) learners who have improved their English language skills In Q4 a total of 279 learners improved their English language skills through engagement with YFCL ESOL classes at a range of different levels. ESOL Literacy (starter group), Beginner, Elementary, pre intermediate, and intermediate have been delivered across the 4 localities, to enable learners to develop their English Language skills. This brings the end of year total to 923, significantly above the target. This is most likely due to an increase in staffing and corresponding increase in learner access. It should further be noted that this is not 923 individual learners, some have continued to improve their English language skills over the 4 quarters. This measure will be refined for 26-27 to be the number of unique learners improving English language skills, and the target adjusted accordingly. Green 512 923 0 348 507 Increase the number of learners achieving nationally recognised awards A total of 511 additional learners achieved nationally recognised awards through participation in YFCL activity in Q4, bringing the end of year total to 1387. Awards delivered across the service included Dynamic Youth Awards, Hi5 Awards, Duke of Edinburgh awards, and PSP Pioneer Awards for young people. For adults it also included SQA Core Skills (Communication), Incredible Years parenting programme, and Health Issues in the Community Programme. Green 1,298 1,365 0 1,279 1,286 Increase the number of adult learners improving their literacy skills 44 adult learners improved their literacy skills through participation in classes in Q4 bringing the year-end total to 414, exceeding the target of 376. These classes cover creative writing, IT budget planning, numeracy, spelling, SQA Core skills in communications and numeracy. Green 376 414 0 382 372 Page 6 55
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Secondary schools will through the statistical summary report assess learner outcomes and this will be presented through the progress report to the Education Resources Committee. SSR2 planned for all 17 mainstream secondaries and 3 ASN/CN establishments: due to commence in the summer term. Green Develop further the access to digital learning and courses for secondary aged pupils. Remote learning access for identified Advanced Higher courses for secondary aged pupils will be offered. Application & Presentation Success The application process for the current session is now complete. We received 215 individual applications from across our 17 schools. Currently, all 17 mainstream secondary schools continue to provide a robust offer of Higher or Advanced Higher subjects. These are delivered via the virtual classroom in each school using two distinct formats: Hybrid Model: A mix of in-class pupils and remote learners from other schools. Fully Virtual: Delivery to an entirely remote audience across the network. For the 2025–2026 session, 119 young people who attend these virtual classes are being presented for SQA exams at Higher or Advanced Higher level. Review & Guidance Status The comprehensive review of our virtual delivery—which included school visits and direct discussions with Depute Head Teachers (DHTs)—is now almost complete. To ensure the final output is practical and effective, we are moving into the final stage: Finalisation: We will work with a specific focus group of DHTs to finalise the new guidance. Green Page 9 58
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Future Planning & Consultation Secondary schools are currently being consulted regarding their curriculum offer for the upcoming year. Early indications suggest that the offer from schools will remain consistent with the current session, maintaining stability for our learners. Deliver continuous professional learning training for employees and build leadership capacity. Provide a programme of continuous professional development training and opportunities to up-skill employees and build leadership capacity across the Resource. Primary Leadership Strategy: Primary Leadership working group continues to work on reviewing the Leadership Strategy and programmes for the primary sector. The following continues this session: •Two Primary Head Teacher Action Learning Sets have been established for 2025–26, facilitated by experienced Head Teachers. All groups have met and feedback has been positive. •An online Head Teacher Handbook, authored by Head Teachers, offers practical guidance on key leadership tasks throughout the academic year, supporting leadership capability and capacity. •The Primary acting Principal Teacher, Depute Head Teacher, and Head Teacher pool. New initiatives include: •Aspiring Middle Leader Programme: 7 sessions lead in partnership with University of Strathclyde; 50 participants enrolled. 4 sessions have taken place to date. Feedback has been positive – all participants report the sessions were relevant and will make an impact on their practice. Baseline data from GTCS Standard for Middle Leadership has been gathered. •Middle Leaders Leading Change Programme. 7 sessions lead in partnership with University of Strathclyde. 42 participants signed up to date. 3 sessions have taken place to date. Feedback has been Green Page 10 59
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Baseline data from GTCS Standard for Middle Leadership has been gathered. •Middle Leaders Essentials Programme. 8 sessions planned. 4 sessions currently have a waitlist with 50 participants signed up. 2 sessions have taken place to date, which have been led by experience middle leaders. Feedback has been positive – all participants report the sessions were relevant and will make an impact on their practice. •Primary Middle Leader Action Learning sets – one set facilitated by LO Leadership. Two sessions have taken place to date with a third planned for this month. Staff report the sessions are helping them navigate tricky leadership issues in their school. Secondary Leadership Strategy: A secondary working group was formed in November to identify gaps, gather practitioner insights, and co-design leadership pathways tailored to secondary education. The group has split into 3 sub-groups – aspiring PTs, Aspiring DHTs and aspiring HTs. Each sub-group is consulting and developing potential pathways and programmes for each career stage. The group met in January and will meet again at the end of March. Programmes are being developed and finalised. The aim is to launch a comprehensive secondary leadership programme which launch in 26-27. Cross-sector Leadership Offers: The following programmes continue for both primary and secondary sectors include: •Sector specific Provisionally Registered Teacher (PRT) CLPL programme, which includes a range of mandatory and opt-in training sessions for PRTs. This includes a renewed focus on key elements of learning and teaching, through new pedagogy spotlights and teaching sprints. These sessions are led by our Early Career Teacher Page 11 60
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Trio collaboration is a new feature of the 25-26 programme, designed to encourage peer-to-peer reflection, shared learning, and mutual support. •Expansion of our Early Career Teacher Ambassador Programme. 5 primary and 5 secondary ECTA have been appointed to support PRTs and ECTs across SLC. These ambassadors play a vital role in delivering the PRT programme, facilitating Action Learning Sets, and leading Network Sessions throughout the year. They serve as a key point of contact for initial guidance and support, helping ECTs navigate the early stages of their professional journey. In addition, they are actively contributing to the development of a supportive professional learning community, fostering collaboration, confidence, and reflective practice among new teachers. Two network sessions have taken place for each sector, as well as a support session on application and interview advice. •Into Headship network programme supported by previous Into Headship participants – 3 network sessions to support participants in the programme achieve the Standard for Headship. The first two sessions received positive feedback, with the third session planned for April. •HT Essentials programme – 8 cross sector twilight sessions which focus on the operational role of the HT. These sessions are facilitated by experienced HTs and central officers. First four sessions have taken place – School Improvement; Personnel Matters; Finance; compliance and risk and have been well received. •HT Coaching Programme – programme for new or acting HTs to be matched to an experienced HT coach who will provide support in the first few years of headship. Currently, 21 pairs are participating, with new matches planned for March-April. Invest in the ICT infrastructure and digital technology to support Ensure a smooth transition into the new Education Digital Futures managed service contract. Agree and deliver the programme of work and ensure successful implementation Transition into Education Digital Futures contract has been relatively smooth, and a number of early deliverables have already been achieved. Green Page 12 61
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There are some changes to RM's support model for the new contract, and these have been implemented with little or no impact to our end users. Early deliverables for the core contract have included Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan, Security Management Plan and the setup of monitoring for Community Benefits and Sustainability reporting. Raise attainment in literacy and numeracy in early education settings Developing a common understanding and application of the CFE benchmarks and moderation process to enable all staff to identify gaps in individual children's learning. This will support better outcomes for all The outreach support from the EEL and Peri teacher team has been ongoing and has supported practitioners in 27 establishments to develop their confidence and knowledge of the benchmarks and how to use the Fact Story Action approach to identify gaps in children's learning. Moderation work is also taking place in 3 learning communities, this has proven effective and the strategies taken will be used to support further learning communities. Green Increase practitioner knowledge and understanding of STEM and further develop STEM opportunities across the early years curriculum Further develop the STEM leader programme and begin to work with establishments on the STEM Nation Award SSERC are currently funding a small number of practitioners to complete the STEM Leader, Level 7 award. Education Scotland and SSERC are awaiting a decision regarding further funding from Scottish Government. Green Page 13 62
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We are moving towards completion of the Work-based learning programme for 2025-2026. We have successfully delivered a broad range of programmes in partnership with South Lanarkshire College and New College Lanarkshire to all South Lanarkshire Schools. We continue to expand the offer which will feature for 26-27 programme of activity. Green Support young people to progress to positive post-school destinations Deliver targeted Aspire one-to-one and winter/summer leaver programmes with reviewed referral processes We continue to have very high demand for our Aspire service from schools. We have merged our Aspire in-school and Aspire Works post-school service. This will improve the service for pupils in transition who are referred, reducing bureaucracy. We have delivered 4 summer/winter leaver programmes for 2025-26, with some challenges faced around the model and college resource to support these programmes. We intend to review our College summer/winter leaver offer for 26/27 to provide a clear understanding of what is on offer for schools. Green Ensure smooth transition into the new ICT managed service contract - Education Digital Futures (EDF) Complete exit from NGLS2 and related projects. Required governance and communication models in place to support effective transition All NGLS2 projects and activities have now been closed down and transition to the EDF contract is complete Green Page 14 63
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Infrastructure refresh for 20 schools Rapid Response rollout Windows 11 migration. Projects underway include: Primary, ASN, EY refresh 1.1, which will deliver over 3,000 devices over the next 12 months. WAN upgrades - over 50 sites upgraded to fast Internet connections so far. WAN core network upgrades and migrations Green Health and Wellbeing Improve physical, mental and emotional health of learners and their families Action Measures Comments/ Progress Status Implement the recommendations from the 2024-25 Council Review of Secondary Social, Emotional, Behavioural Needs Provision Provide phased inclusive, safe and caring environments for Secondary aged children and young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs through multiagency implementation group This development has just started with an audit taking place of the current ASN estate. A report with action points will follow. Report Later Page 15 64
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Next Steps: •Completion of analysis and provision of written reports for all secondary schools and primary schools (or learning community, as appropriate). •Key findings to be presented to at VASLan Mental Health & Wellbeing Network (Children, Young People, and Families) •Development of infographic/poster with key findings for range of partners including pupils. Green Page 18 67
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Updated guidance, templates and staff training now embed a consistent, rights-respecting approach where complaints relate to, or are raised on behalf of, children and young people. This includes clearer expectations around seeking and recording children’s views where appropriate, providing age-appropriate and accessible communication, respecting parental roles and safeguarding considerations, and ensuring decisions are based on the child’s best interests. Green Children and Young People Ensure inclusion, equity and equality for all learners Action Measures Comments/ Progress Status Deliver an anti-racist curriculum and support learners to be anti-racist. Embed the anti-racist and decolonised curriculum and measures for tackling racist incidents in schools. Schools continue to engage with the Framework for Developing an Anti-Racist and Decolonised Curriculum, with its principles embedded across planning and practice. 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Implement the roll-out of the Cost of the School Day guidance across schools and early years establishments. All schools and EY establishments have the guidance. The Staff Learning Centre contains Good Practice and is updated regularly. A new Parent Council presentation has been produced and given to all Head Teachers as a result of a Parental Survey from May/June 25 which suggested that not all parents are familiar with the need for schools to limit their costs. All schools have been asked to present the Presentation by the end of the school year. Green Sustain early years uptake for vulnerable two-year-olds to provide early access to quality ELC whilst providing families with flexible free early learning and childcare to support return to work Continue to engage with a range of partners to increase uptake of eligible 2-year-old places, and report on progress to Education Resources Committee. The Early Learning and Childcare service continue to meet with Health Visitors, Educational Psychologists, Social Work colleagues and a range of professional agencies that support families to promote the availability of 1140 hours free funded ELC for eligible children aged 2-3. Three times per year we contact all families who are in receipt of qualifying benefits, to advise them of their entitlement to 1140 free funded hours, explaining how they can access this across South Lanarkshire. Our admission process also advises parents in low-income households how they can claim exemption to nursery fees meaning they too can access 1140 free funded ELC. We continue to deliver high quality and flexible provision that supports families to take part in training or seek employment. Our ongoing admission processes means that as soon as a child transitions from the 2-3 age group to the 3-5 age group, we allocate the vacant place to another 2 year old child within South Lanarkshire Council making their funding available from the Monday following their birthday rather than the term after their birthday allowing the earliest intervention to take place for our children. 44.8% of all children (1347) aged 2-3 years accessing 1140 hours of funded ELC, meet the eligibility criteria. This equates to a 15.3% increase of children taking up their Complete Page 21 70
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Support Parents and carers to develop their knowledge and understanding of child development including numeracy and literacy To develop materials to support settings to develop this knowledge and understanding with parents All settings have been issued with communication and language materials and numeracy and maths material which they can use to support parents. This is now complete. Green Update PPRUDB guidance and training presentation to incorporate updated National Guidance Revise and update the current PPRUDB guidance and training presentation, in line with updated National Guidance, to support safe and inclusive learning environments The Framework is being updated at the moment and is in draft form. Consultation with schools is planned for summer term so that the updated guidance can be issued in August Amber Develop and implement an Inclusion HGIOASL audit tool for ASN establishments Improve self-evaluation processes within establishments in relation to meeting Additional Support Needs A new Quality Assurance Toolkit has been developed and shared with ASN Establishments. Quality Improvement Officers (Inclusion) have visited schools and completed the Self-evaluation proforma. This information will be collated and key themes gathered to form part of the training offer for ASN Establishments. Feedback has been gathered from Headteachers and Depute Headteachers. This feedback in addition to the evidence gathered will be used by the Inclusion Team to plan the support offer to school with a particular focus on sharing good practice and training needs moving forward. Green Page 22 71
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in particular AAC and sensory curriculum As part of the ASN Building Capacity Group the AAC Champions group continues to meet termly with a focus on sharing good practice, training and development needs. The current focus is on developing a core pack of Makaton school signs that will be used consistently across ASN establishments and the use of the Core Words approach. A sharing good practice event is planned for May. Class teachers will share a sensory lesson they have delivered within the class. This will be on an online offer. Green Promote children’s rights in line with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Child Friendly Complaint Principles – develop and implement guidelines to support all children to be included in this process A Child Friendly ethos has been added to the Complaints Handling Guidance, and a bespoke operational protocol has been produced and distributed to schools. This protocol guidance sets out how the Resource should ensure all complaints from children are managed in a way that respects and promotes children’s rights under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). The protocol represents the most up to date information available and reflects the aspiration within the United Nation Convention on the Rights of Children (UNCRC) (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 to make the complaints process for children and young people less daunting and more in line with their respective rights (as defined by the UNCRC). Key aspects of the protocol are: children should be aware of their right to complain if their rights aren't being upheld, they should be offered the opportunity to give their views on an complaint affecting them or related to them and all complaints recorded and the outcome fed back to the relevant child/young person in a way that they understand. Evidence to support the implementation of this requirement has been Green Page 23 72
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Continue to build capacity in supporting learners with ASN across the sectors by continuing the commitment to upskilling SSAs as recommended in the National ASL (Morgan) Review. Continue the commitment to in-service training for all SSAs across SLC in every education sector with a focus on supporting Emotional Regulation of young people - delivering training on the current ASN landscape as well as engaging specialist trainers in Emotion Coaching and Tree of Knowledge to help inspire, empower and motivate the SSA workforce. Report progress to Education Resources Committee Dedicated SSA training has taken place on 3 Inservice days in session 24-25 and 3 in Session 25-26 with the last one scheduled for 7th May 2026 in Holy Cross High School. Approximately 850 staff will have been trained. All staff have received input from Tree of Knowledge on personal development and resilience in workplace as well as sessions on de-escalation, emotion coaching and supporting children with ASD and communication issues. Green Adapt the school estate in respect of ASN as required. Undertake ASN related works as requested and as funding allows. Complete the programme of Additional Support Needs adaptations in Primary and Secondary schools. Crosshouse PS Toilets complete - Victoria Park ventilation complete Complete Enhance the school estate with targeted investment to increase capacity. Implement expansion and adaptations at Holy Cross HS, St Andrew’s and St Bride’s HS, Stonelaw HS, Uddingston HS and St John Ogilvie HS. Adaptation works were completed Summer Break 2025. Complete Page 24 73
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Report on the progress of actions in the South Lanarkshire Community Learning and Development Plan 2021-2024 to the Education Resources Committee. Following discussion at the Quarter 3 CLD Partnership meeting, it was agreed that a number of revisions will be made to both the CLD Plan 2024–2027 and the operation of the CLD Partnership. On the advice of Education Scotland, the CLD Plan 2024–2027 was developed as an interim plan to allow time for developments arising from the Still Report, alongside the introduction of new National Outcomes and revised Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for CLD. Since then, further developments have taken place, and the new National Outcomes and KPIs have now been published. As a result, this is an appropriate time to review and update the CLD Plan to reflect these changes. In Q4 the CLD Partnership had its first face to face meeting since 2020 and discussed several themes including those outlined above. It was agreed that there would be a re-write of the CLD Plan incorporating the new CLD National Outcomes and KPI’s, and a draft would be distributed in Q1 2026-2027. The four Local Action Planning Groups which operate under the CLD Partnership continue to meet regularly across the four geographical areas and are progressing positively. Green Deliver on the improvement actions in the Youth Strategy 2022-2025. Report on progress made by young people in taking forward the actions in the Youth Strategy for 2022-2025. During Q4, members of South Lanarkshire Youth Council and local members of the Scottish Youth Parliament have progressed a draft consultation questionnaire to assist the refresh of the Youth Strategy for South Lanarkshire. Due to school and work commitments, a revised timeline of visits to schools, Universal Connections, and tertiary education establishments continues to be developed explore the issues that young people see as important to growing up in South Lanarkshire. 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These awards are available to both young people and adults. For adults a range of programmes were on offer, including parenting programmes such as Incredible Years, Early Bird Plus, and Health Issues in the Community. Young people are supported to progress through a clear pathway of awards, from Hi 5 Awards to Dynamic Youth Awards and on to Youth Achievement Awards. Similarly, learners can undertake Duke of Edinburgh Awards at Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. Where appropriate, opportunities for dual accreditation are available for learners working towards multiple awards simultaneously. Green Support young people to regulate their emotions and minimise distressed behaviours Provide emotion coaching training to employees working with young people. Approximately 190 additional Education Resources staff were trained during Quarter 4 at: •4 establishment-based training sessions •1 centralised training session This brings the total number of staff trained to approximately 2415 of which 853 were trained between Quarter 1 and 4. The increased uptake/delivery of onsite establishment-based training sessions supports the move to this model of training in future. Post-training evaluation information: •93% of respondents indicated the training increased their understanding of how to be an effective emotion coach. •91% of respondents felt that they would be able to adapt or adopt aspects of training in emotion coaching to their work/life. •Top three learning points as identified by participants: oUnderstanding of the 4 steps of emotion coaching oA greater understanding of empathy vs sympathy Green Page 28 77
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Education Resource Plan 2026/2027 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] present the Education Resource Plan 2026/2027 for approval and note the monitoring arrangements [1purpose] 2. Recommendations 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [ (1) that the Resource Plan 2026/2027, attached as Appendix 1, be approved; (2) that the Resource Plan 2026/2027 be uploaded onto the Council’s website following consideration by this Committee; (3) that following Committee approval, the Resource Plan will be presented to the Executive Committee for noting; and (4) that Progress Reports on the Resource Plan 2026/2027 be provided at Quarter 2 and Quarter 4 to future meetings of this Committee be noted. 3. Background 3.1. The Education Resource Plan for 2026/2027 was prepared in line with corporate Resource Planning guidance. 3.2. The Resource Plan is a key element of the Council’s performance management arrangements. It provides details of the context within which the Resource operates and establishes actions and measures for the year ahead based on the priorities and outcomes set out in the Council Plan Connect 2022 to 2027. 3.3. Performance management is a keystone of Best Value and ensures that the Council can demonstrate sound governance arrangements. The Resource Plan is one part of the Council’s framework for planning and budgeting and demonstrates how this leads to effective front line service delivery. 3.4. As part of this framework, the Resource Plan reflects the aspirations of the Council Plan and the Community Plan as well as being complemented by the details of individual Service, Business and other Plans. Ultimately, these details are included in the key work objectives of individual officers. This demonstrates the ‘Golden Thread’ of performance management which ensures a clear understanding of the Council’s vision, values, priorities and outcomes at all levels. 3.5. The current format for performance reporting has been established since 2007 and is used for Executive Directors’ reports to the Chief Executive, Resource Management Teams, Resource Committees and the Performance and Review Scrutiny Forum. The 9 79
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focus has been on reporting progress on Council outcomes, statutory performance indicators, other key performance measures and high-level Resource outcomes. Progress reports are provided at Quarter 2 and Quarter 4 to this Committee. 3.6. In preparing the Plan, account has also been taken of the need to ensure a robust response to Risk Management and Control. Risks associated with delivery of the actions in this Resource Plan have been identified and evaluated and are listed in the Resource Risk Register. Where necessary, controls or further actions to mitigate these risks have been agreed. Such actions are tracked through the Resource Risk Control Plan which is kept under review by the Risk Sponsor for the Resource. 3.7. Following approval at individual Resource Committees, all Resource Plans will be presented, as a pack, to Executive Committee, for noting. 4. Education Resource Plan 2026/2027 4.1. The Education Resource Plan 2026/2027 is attached as Appendix 1 and is structured around the following headings:- 1. Introduction 2. Key areas for the year ahead 3. Resource outcomes 4. Measures and actions 5. Resourcing the Plan 4.2. Resource Outcomes 2026/2027 The Resource has established several outcomes to support the delivery of the Connect Outcomes in 2026/2027. To support these outcomes, the Resource has developed performance measures in an action plan which is set out in section 4 of the Resource Plan. Key or strategic measures will be included in the Council Plan Connect Progress Reports 2026/2027, with the rest being monitored and reported at Resource level. 4.3. Monitoring and reporting As part of the performance management arrangements, the Committee will receive a mid-year update of progress on the measures in the Resource Plan covering the period 1 April 2026 to 30 September 2026 (Quarter 2) as well as an end of year progress report covering the full year 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 (Quarter 4). 5. Employee Implications 5.1. The outcomes noted within the Resource Plan will inform establishment and Service Improvement Plans, and, in turn, the performance appraisal process for individual employees. 6. Financial Implications 6.1. The outcomes within the Resource Plan are reflected in the respective Resource Revenue and Capital budgets and, longer term, within the framework of the Council’s approved Financial Strategy. 7. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 7.1. There are no climate change or environmental implications as a result of this report. 7.2. The Council acknowledges the serious and immediate threat of climate change and is committed to accelerating the pace of action in response to the climate emergency and in Scotland’s transition to a net-zero and climate resilient society and economy. 80
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All Resource Plans have recognised sustainable development and climate change as a key area of focus for 2026/2027. 8. Risk and Other Implications 8.1. Resource Plan actions are assessed as part of the Resource’s risk management arrangements and relevant issues have been added to the Resource Risk Register. 9. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 9.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and therefore no impact assessment is required. 9.2. There is also no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in this report. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 10 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes The Resource Plan has been structured upon the Vision, Values, Priorities and Outcomes in the Council Plan Connect 2022 to 2027 Previous References None List of Background Papers Council Plan 2022 to 2027 Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Gary Lambie , Performance, Planning and Operations Manager Ext: 4495 (Tel: 01698 454495) E-mail: gary.lambie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 81
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Section Contents 1.0 Introduction 2.0 Key areas of focus for the year ahead 3.0 Resource outcomes 4.0 Measures and actions 5.0 Resourcing the plan 84
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Section One – Introduction Education Resources is the largest service within South Lanarkshire Council, delivering a wide range of statutory and support services to children, young people and families across the authority. With an annual budget of approximately £500 million and a workforce of over 7,000 people, we provide daily support to around 55,000 learners and their families. Our provision includes 129 primary schools (including four Additional Support Needs schools) 20 secondary schools (including two Additional Support Needs schools and one Social Emotional and Behavioural Needs establishment) and 89 Early Learning and Childcare settings (67 nursery classes and 22 standalone nurseries), as well as 98 funded external early years providers. We also deliver community learning and development through the Youth, Family and Community Learning Service and provide specialist support via our Educational Psychology Service and other central teams. The work of Education Resources is directly aligned with the Council Plan and the Scottish Government’s National Improvement Framework. This ensures our priorities and outcomes contribute to the Council’s Connect Outcomes and the Community Plan, supporting the delivery of high-quality, equitable education services across South Lanarkshire. Our Resource is committed to meeting the needs of every child and young person, regardless of age, background, or ability. The scale and complexity of our provision reflect the diverse needs of our communities and the importance of education in achieving positive outcomes for all. As we move into 2026/27, we are responding to national and local drivers for change, including the findings of Education Scotland’s review of local authorities, which highlighted the need for stronger, more consistent support for schools, robust self-evaluation and a culture of collaborative improvement. In response, we are implementing an integrated 3–18 education support service, designed to ensure continuity, reduce fragmentation and enable a unified approach to delivering excellence and equity for all learners. This transformation is focused on building a self-improving system, strengthening our capacity for self- evaluation, embedding collaborative improvement and using data to inform decision-making. We are also investing in leadership development at all levels, recognising that empowered leaders are essential for sustainable improvement. Looking ahead to the coming year, I invite everyone to engage thoughtfully with the content of this plan, and other related documents, and reflect on how each of us can contribute to achieving positive outcomes for our children, young people and their families. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director Education Resources 85
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Section Two – Key areas of focus for the year ahead 2.0. Overview The Resource has identified the main challenges, risks and new developments which will have significant impact on the delivery of services in the coming year and beyond. By better understanding our context and through ongoing consultation and dialogue with our employees, children, young people, families, and partners, we have identified the following key areas. Our focus is on what matters most. We will continue to develop high-quality learning, teaching and assessment, support an ambitious and relevant curriculum and ensure that wellbeing, equity and inclusion remain central to our work. We will deepen leadership of change by strengthening professional learning, collaborative enquiry and evaluative rigour. 2.1. Learning, Teaching and Assessment High-quality learning and teaching remain central to our mission. We will: • Improve the quality and consistency of learning, teaching and assessment in our ELCs and schools • Improve our approaches to adaptive teaching to meet the needs of all learners in our classrooms • Improve our approaches to learning, teaching and assessment of literacy and numeracy across all levels • Improve the consistency of approach to the teaching of reading across our ELCs and schools • Improve our digital strategy to support learning, teaching and assessment, harnessing the benefits of AI while ensuring its use is safe, proportionate and carefully managed. These actions respond to local feedback and national priorities, ensuring all learners experience engaging, inclusive and effective teaching. 2.2. Developing Our Curriculum Curriculum reform is a major national and local priority. We will support schools to: • Improve opportunities for our young people to develop the skills and knowledge required for their future • Improve staff confidence and capacity in curriculum development and design • Improve staff knowledge and capacity in the development of interdisciplinary learning (IDL). • Improve opportunities for children and young people to develop strong literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum • Improve our approaches to wellbeing through the development of the wellbeing curriculum • Strengthen digital curriculum design and implementation • Improve transitions and learner pathways across 3-18 This work will ensure our curriculum remains relevant, coherent and responsive to the needs of learners and their ability to contribute positively to our wider society. 86
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2.3. Wellbeing, Inclusion and Equity Wellbeing and inclusion underpin everything we do. We will: • Improve school attendance • Improve experiences for our ASN learners across all settings • Improve transitions for learners with ASN • Strengthen parental engagement, especially for families of children with ASN • Improve outcomes for our care-experienced children and young people • Improve early support and intervention for families • Improve place-based support for children and families These priorities reflect national legislation and local needs, ensuring every child feels safe, included and supported. 2.4 Leadership, Self-Evaluation and a Connected 3-18 Support System To deliver sustainable improvement, we will: • Review and refresh Education Resources vision and values • Improve our approaches to self-evaluation for self-improvement across Education resources • Strengthen leadership capacity for self-evaluation and improvement • Provide clear, coherent quality improvement guidance for school leaders • Improve the consistency and quality of universal support for ELCs and schools • Improve our approaches to targeted support for ELCs and schools • Improve the use of data to support improvement across Education Resources • Improve the impact of stakeholder views on improvement planning across Education Resources This approach aligns with Education Scotland’s call for stronger improvement cultures and will help us become a truly self-improving system. 87
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Section Three – Resource Outcomes 3.1. Resource outcomes Education Resources has established the following Resource outcomes to support the delivery of Connect Outcomes in 2026-27. Connect Outcome Resource Outcomes* Communities and Environment No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome Education and Learning - Deliver consistently high-quality learning, teaching and assessment across all settings, improving literacy, numeracy and digital skills for every learner. - Provide a relevant, coherent and future-focused 3–18 curriculum that builds strong skills for learning, life and work and ensures smooth progression across all stages. Health and Wellbeing - Strengthen wellbeing, inclusion and equity so all learners are safe, supported, attending, participating and thriving. Children and Young People - Build a strong, data-informed and collaborative improvement culture, with empowered leaders and coherent support across the 3–18 system. Housing and Land No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome Our Economy No Resource Outcomes for this Connect Outcome 88
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3.2. Delivering the Plan and achieving Best Value In working towards the six connect outcomes above, the council aims to continually improve and ensure effective and efficient use of resources, and that our business will be conducted with integrity, transparency and will operate to the highest standards. Education Resources has established the following Resource Outcomes to support Delivering the Plan and achieving Best Value. Delivering the Plan and achieving Best Value Resource Outcomes • The workforce has the skills, flexibility and capacity to deliver the council’s outcomes 89
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Section Four – Measures and actions 4.0. Performance measures and action plan This section of the Resource Plan is divided into two parts: part (a) sets out our main performance measures against our outcomes; and part (b) describes the key actions we will take in the coming year to respond to the challenges ahead and improve services and outcomes. 4.a. How we will measure our performance The table below shows our key performance measures, with the actual data last reported to Committee and the target for both the last financial year and 2025-26. Additional context for the results/targets is provided within the notes column, where applicable. Resource Outcome: Deliver consistently high-quality learning, teaching and assessment across all settings, improving literacy, numeracy and digital skills for every learner. Measure 2024-25 Actual 2025-26 Target 2026-27 Target Links Service Notes 1. Percentage of P1, P4 and P7 pupils attaining the appropriate Curriculum for Excellence level for their stage or better in Literacy 73.2% 77.2% 78.0% 02.03 EDR Imp This ambitious target reflects longer term improvement trends and commitment to improving literacy across all levels. 2. Percentage gap between P1, P4 and P7 pupils from the least and most deprived areas attaining the appropriate Curriculum for Excellence level for their stage or better in Literacy 19.8% 16.0% 15.%% 02.03 EDR Imp This ambitious target reflects longer term improvement trends and commitment to improving literacy across all levels. 3. Percentage of P1, P4 and P7 pupils attaining the appropriate Curriculum for Excellence level for their stage or better in Numeracy 80.2% 84.9% 85.2% 02.03 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects both strategic commitment and new operational activity around learning and teaching practice. 4. Percentage gap between P1, P4 and P7 pupils from the least and most deprived areas attaining the appropriate Curriculum for Excellence level for 17.7% 14.0% 13.0% 02.03 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects both strategic commitment and new operational activity around learning and teaching practice. 90
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Resource Outcome: Strengthen wellbeing, inclusion and equity so all learners are safe, supported, attending, participating and thriving Measure 2024-25 Actual 2025-26 Target 2026-27 Target Links Service Notes 11. Percentage of children and young people attending primary school 93.7% 94.6% 94.8% C03.0 3 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects commitments in our new attendance strategy for schools. 12. Percentage of children and young people attending secondary school 87.9% 93.0% 93.2% C03.0 3 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects commitments in our new attendance strategy for schools. Measure 2024-25 Actual 2025-26 Target 2026-27 Target Links Service Notes their stage or better in Numeracy 5. Percentage gap between the attendance of the least and most deprived children and young people at primary school 4.6% 3.4% 3.20% 02.04 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects commitments in our new attendance strategy for schools. 6. Percentage gap between the attendance of the least and most deprived children and young people at secondary school 8.0% 5.0% 4.8% 02.04 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects commitments in our new attendance strategy for schools. 7. Percentage of pupils gaining 1 or more awards at SCQF Level 5 or better 90.6% 91.5% 92.0% 02.03 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects a long trend of improvement 8. Percentage of pupils gaining 1 or more awards at SCQF Level 6 or better 70.0% 72.0% 73.0% 02.03 EDR Imp 2026/27 target reflects a long trend of improvement 9. Percentage of pupils entering positive destinations (initial destinations) 96.6% 97.0% 97.5% C02.0 5 EDR Imp Target reflects continuing strong performance in SLC. 10. Percentage gap between pupils from the least and most deprived areas entering positive destinations 3.7% 3.0% 3.0% C02.0 5 EDR Imp Target reflects continuing strong performance in SLC. 91
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4.b. What actions we will take in 2026-27 Resource Outcome: Deliver consistently high-quality learning, teaching and assessment across all settings, improving literacy, numeracy and digital skills for every learner. Action Milestones/Steps we will take to deliver our actions Links Service 1. Improve the quality and consistency of learning, teaching and assessment in our ELCs and schools Develop and implement a comprehensive 3– 18 pedagogy strategy, South Lanarkshire Learns, that strengthens assessment and moderation practices and includes a dedicated Early Level framework to enhance pedagogy across Early Years Centres and schools. 02.03 EDR Imp 2. Improve our approaches to adaptive teaching to meet the needs of all learners in our classrooms Develop an adaptive teaching programme and deliver through the Teacher in Residence model. 02.05 EDR Imp 3.Improve our approaches to learning, teaching and assessment of literacy and numeracy across all levels Develop and implement coherent, evidence‑based SLC Literacy (with a clear focus on reading) and Numeracy Strategies, ensuring the adoption of agreed, effective approaches to the teaching of reading across all establishments. 02.03 EDR Imp 4. Improve the consistency of approach to the teaching of reading across our ELCs and schools Develop and implement coherent, evidence‑based SLC Literacy (with a clear focus on reading) and Numeracy Strategies, ensuring the adoption of agreed, effective approaches to the teaching of reading across all establishments. 02.03 EDR Imp 5. Improve our digital strategy through the use of AI to support learning, teaching and assessment Develop and implement approaches that embed AI and adaptive technologies within classroom practice. 07.03 EDR Imp 92
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Resource Outcome: Provide a relevant, coherent and future focused 3–18 curriculum that builds strong skills for learning, life and work and ensures smooth progression across all stages. Action Milestones/Steps we will take to deliver our actions Links Service 6. Improve opportunities for our young people to develop the skills and knowledge required for their future Develop an implementation plan for curriculum reform in line with Scottish Government guidance, ensuring coherent progression from early level to senior phase. 02.01 EDR Imp 7. Improve staff confidence and capacity in curriculum development and design Develop a comprehensive professional learning offer for teachers and leaders on curriculum design, including curriculum making and planning for progression. 02.01 EDR Imp 8. Improve staff knowledge and capacity in the development of interdisciplinary learning (IDL) Expand professional learning opportunities in IDL for all teaching staff and support schools to design high quality interdisciplinary learning experiences. 02.01 EDR Imp 9. Improve opportunities for children and young people to develop strong literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum Embed literacy and numeracy as cross curricular responsibilities through curriculum reform and school level curriculum design. 02.01 EDR Imp 10. Improve our approaches to wellbeing through the development of the wellbeing curriculum Align current wellbeing work and develop an overarching 3–18 wellbeing strategy that strengthens curriculum planning, progression and assessment in HWB. 02.01 EDR Imp 11. Strengthen digital curriculum design and implementation Refresh the digital curriculum offer, ensuring alignment with digital learning guidance and exploring opportunities to enhance learning through digital tools. 02.01 EDR Imp 12. Improve curriculum transitions and learner pathways across 3–18 Strengthen curriculum planning across clusters, ensuring coherent transitions at early level, P7–S1 and into Senior Phase pathways. 02.01 EDR Imp 93
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Resource Outcome: Strengthen wellbeing, inclusion and equity so all learners are safe, supported, attending, participating and thriving Action Milestones/Steps we will take to deliver our actions Links Service 13. Improve school attendance Implement attendance policy and agreed interventions across all schools and EYCs; use data to identify and respond to patterns and barriers early. 02.04 EDR Inc 14. Improve experiences for our ASN learners across all settings Implement new SEBN model for secondary aged learners, including outreach Develop a quality improvement model for ASN provisions. 02.04 EDR Inc 15. Improve transitions for learners with ASN Review and revise assessment, referral and placement processes; strengthen planning and communication across all transition points. 02.02 EDR Inc 16. Strengthen parental engagement, especially for families of children with ASN Develop targeted approaches to engage parents and carers of children and young people with ASN; provide accessible information, support and partnership opportunities. 04.01 EDR Inc 17. Improve outcomes for our care experienced children and young people Develop and implement a strategy to improve outcomes for care experienced children and young people, aligned to The Promise. 04.06 EDR Inc 18. Improve early support and intervention for families Develop and implement a locality-based family support model drawing on Sure Start/Marmot principles of prevention, early intervention and community anchored support. 04.03 EDR Inc 19. Improve place-based support for children and families Develop multidisciplinary locality models offering coordinated, accessible support tailored to community needs; strengthen parental engagement approaches for children and young people with ASN. 04.03 EDR Inc 94
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Resource Outcome: - Build a strong, data informed and collaborative improvement culture, with empowered leaders and coherent support across the 3–18 system. Action Milestones/Steps we will take to deliver our actions Links Service 20. Review and refresh Education Resources vision and values Develop a renewed vision and values statement that reflects the integrated 3–18 Education Support Service and sets a shared direction for improvement across all schools, EYCs and services. 02.02 EDR Res 21. Improve our approaches to self-evaluation for self- improvement across Education Resources Develop and implement an Education Resources self-evaluation framework and yearly evaluation calendar to support robust, continuous evaluation across the service. 02.01 EDR Imp 22. Strengthen leadership capacity for self-evaluation and improvement Develop the capacity of senior leaders to use self-evaluation effectively through targeted CLPL, coaching and collaborative learning 07.03 EDR Imp 23. Provide clear, coherent quality improvement guidance for school leaders Develop and publish a comprehensive suite of quality improvement guidance covering improvement planning, self-evaluation, QA, evidence gathering and evaluative writing. 02.03 EDR Imp 24. Improve the consistency and quality of universal support for ELCs and schools Restructure central teams to strengthen strategic and operational quality improvement support; implement the secondary school visit model; develop an improvement framework for early years settings and ASN provision. 02.03 EDR Imp 25. Improve our approaches to targeted support for ELCs and schools Develop the role and engagement of Associate Assessors; introduce targeted support pathways for establishments requiring additional challenge or intervention. 02.01 EDR Imp 26. Improve the use of data to support improvement across Education Resources Build leadership capacity in data informed improvement; standardise data tools and expectations; strengthen the data literacy of senior and middle leaders. 07.03 EDR Res 27. Improve the impact of stakeholder views on improvement planning across Education Resources Strengthen authority wide approaches to stakeholder engagement; increase the use of parent, learner and staff voice in planning, evaluation and decision making. 04.01 EDR Res Resource Outcome: The workforce has the skills, flexibility and capacity to deliver the council’s outcomes Action Milestones/Steps we will take to deliver our actions Links Service 28. Strengthen our employee development and workforce planning Fully implement recommendations in the council’s review of Learning, Development and Workforce Planning Boards 07.03 EDR Res 95
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Section Five – Resourcing the Plan 5.0. Introduction In this section we consider the resources needed to implement our plan, including funding and staffing. 5.1. Revenue Budget 2026-27 The Resource has a Net Revenue Budget of £524 million. The table below allocates this budget across services: Net Budget by Service 2025-26 £ million % Central admin 1.759 0.34% Curriculum and Quality Improvement Service 2.596 0.50% Directorate 0.892 0.17% Early Years and Childcare 77.478 14.78% Inclusion 1.443 0.28% Learning Community 4.694 0.90% Operations 0.192 0.04% Primary Schools 178.567 34.06% Psychological Services 3.377 0.64% School Modernisation 49.582 9.46% Secondary Schools 167.607 31.97% Special School 27.641 5.27% Support Services 0.928 0.18% Youth, Family and Community Learning 7.442 1.42% Total 524.198 100% 96
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5.2. Capital Budget 2026-27 The following capital budget of £14.746 million is allocated: Capital Expenditure £ million Secondary Schools 12.346 Schools ICT 2.400 Total 14.746 5.3. Resource Employees Education Resources has 7311 employees as at April 2026. We support these employees to deliver their duties through a range of policies including personal appraisal and a robust training framework. The number of employees by type is as follows: Employee Type Number of employees Teaching staff 4116 Local Government staff 3195 Total 7311 If you need this information in another language or format, please contact us to discuss how we can best meet your needs. Phone 0303 123 1015 or email equalities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 97
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Report Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: 2026/2027 Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) Sustainable Rate Price Review 1. Purpose of this Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- outline the work undertaken on setting the Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) sustainable rate for funded providers for implementation from 1 April 2026 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- (1) that the content of the report and the outcome of the sustainable rate review be noted; (2) that the recommendation for the proposed sustainable rate, as outlined in paragraph 5.2, be approved; and (3) that the requirements of the Procured Service Agreement (PSA) for ELC to secure funded providers agreement be progressed in line with the framework terms. 3. Background 3.1. The Education Resources Committee meeting on 10 June 2025 approved an increase to the ELC sustainable rate from 1 April 2025 in line with the increase in the Real Living Wage (RLW) to £12.60 per hour. This saw an increase in the hourly rate to £6.57 and £7.29, plus £0.50 per hour for lunch, for 3 to 5 year-olds and 2-year-olds respectively – (a 3.75% increase). 3.2. The Council’s Procured Service Agreement (PSA) introduced in June 2019 for ELC for the delivery of 1,140 hours for all funded providers, requires a review of the rate annually. 3.3. The Scottish Government announced as part of its 2026/2027 budget that it will provide local authorities with an additional £13.4million in 2026/2027 to fund the estimated additional costs associated with enabling childcare workers delivering ELC in private and third sector services to be paid at least the new RLW of £13.45 per hour from April 2026. This commitment will also be applied to all childminders who deliver funded ELC and the funding will be recurring. 3.4. The additional funding has been distributed to local authorities using the current needs-based ELC funding distribution formula, which takes account of the population of ELC age children; deprivation and rurality. This follows the recommendation made by the Settlement and Distribution Group and was agreed by Convention of Scottish 10 99
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Local Authorities (COSLA) Leaders at their meetings in January and February 2026. 3.5. South Lanarkshire’s allocation from the additional £13.4million provided in 2026/2027 to fund the estimated additional costs associated with the commitment from April 2026 is £851,000. 3.6. The hourly rate to funded providers for statutory 1,140 hours ELC provision, is in addition to the funded programme of Milk and Healthy Snack Scheme Scotland Regulations 2021; the Council’s investment to support Early Access for 3-year-olds and the zero-based support for training and development and quality assurance available to funded providers. 3.7. Funded providers deliver early learning and childcare to 31% of South Lanarkshire’s eligible children (2,508 children as of September 2025). 4. Guidance for Setting the Sustainable Rate 2026/2027 4.1. In March 2026, The Scottish Government and COSLA published Funded early learning and childcare 2026/2027: guidance for setting sustainable rates. 4.2. The guidance confirms the agreed approach for passing on the additional funding to providers as part of the 2026/2027 sustainable rates setting process:- a minimum 5.2% uplift to all 2025/2026 rates to reflect the estimated increase in the average staff cost element of the sustainable rate required to meet the real Living Wage uplift from April 2026. This reflects staffing costs accounting for, on average, 77% of sustainable rates the minimum 5.2% uplift to the sustainable rates paid to all childminders delivering funded ELC the remainder of the sustainable rate is set in-line with the requirements of the sustainable rates guidance, and the overall rate must be affordable for local authorities in terms of the budgets available if sustainable rates for 2026/2027 are set after April 2026, then any payments that reflect the increased RLW will be backdated to 1 April 2026 4.3. The guidance also states it is the responsibility of the local authority to set a sustainable rate for the delivery of the funded hours in their area and it is for funded providers to determine whether the rate set is suitable for their business and whether they wish to enter into a contract on this basis. 4.4. The Scottish Government contracted an external delivery partner, the Diffley Partnership, to undertake a new ELC Cost Survey during 2025. This data collection builds on previous exercises in 2016 and 2022 cost reviews and seeks to provide an up-to-date picture of costs, address previous evidence gaps in the rate setting process, and reflect providers views on delivering funded ELC. Whilst the report is not yet available, the work underpins the funding and the applications of the rate as part of the 2026/2027 Guidance and directly reflects the change to the staffing component of the sustainable rate now accounting for 77% of the sustainable rate on average; previously this was 75%. 100
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5. Application of the Guidance 5.1. Having considered the guidance and its application to the South Lanarkshire Council (SLC) funded provider rate, the proposed change to the hourly rate for funded providers based on the guidance is an increase of +5.2% on 2025/2026 rates. This reflects anticipated cost of £0.928m based on the expected number of funded hours from April 2026 to March 2027 to funded providers. 5.2. This proposal will see the ELC funded provider rate for 1,140 hours increase as outlined below. There is no funding provided, or increase proposed, for the lunch rate for 2026/2027, which will remain at £0.50 per hour. Current Rate Revised rate Lunch rate Total rate Increase Increase Apr-25 Apr-26 Apr-26 Apr-26 £ % 3–5-year- olds 6.57 6.91 0.50 7.41 0.34 5.20% 2-year-olds 7.29 7.67 0.50 8.17 0.38 5.20% 5.3. The PSA requires a change control notice be sent to each funded provider and for funded providers to respond within 30 days with acceptance to the revised rate or notify intention to be removed from the PSA. This process will be adopted for implementation of the new sustainable rate, and it is anticipated this will be a positive outcome given the proposed increase. 6. Consultation process 6.1. A protocol for consultation on the sustainable rate was established over the last few years with funded providers. Regular meetings with funded providers take place 6 weekly on ELC related matters and a special meeting of the funded providers' sustainable rate sub-group took place on 28 April 2026. Proposed rates for 2026/2027 were outlined to the group at the meeting. Several follow-up questions were raised and answered during the meeting. 6.2. A meeting of the wider funded providers took place on 14 May 2026 and again, proposed rates for 2026/2027 were outlined, and discussion took place. Further information was provided following the meeting to the group. 6.3. In line with the requirements of the PSA and linked to paragraph 4.3 above, all funded providers will be invited to agree to the rate change applicable from 1 April 2026. The arrangements for this are outlined in section 7 below. 7. Implementation Timeline 7.1. Based on the requirements of the PSA and change control process, the following high- level implementation timeline is outlined:- June 2026 Procurement lead in time to start following Committee approval (2 weeks) Procurement activity supporting the PSA requirements to begin June 2026 – July 2026 Funded providers to confirm agreement to the revised sustainable rate and price review July – August 2026 Payment process to update rate change 101
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Consider funded providers who have not responded and action plan 7.2. It is anticipated the revised rate will be paid from July through to August 2026 with a backdating arrangement in place from 1 April 2026. 8. Employee Implications 8.1. There is no employee implications associated with this report. 9. Financial Implications 9.1. An additional £13.4m has been provided for 2026/2027 nationally by the Scottish Government to fund the increase in the sustainable rate required to meet the national commitment in the ELC sector to pay the real living wage of £13.45 per hour. £851,000 was allocated to the Council. 9.2. Based on current demand, and the requirement to increase the whole rate by 5.2% from the 2025/2026 rate, the anticipated additional costs associated with the nationally agreed fixed uplift is £0.928m. 10. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 10.1. There are no implications for climate change, sustainability or environment in terms of the information contained in the report. 11. Risk and Other Implications 11.1. The main risk associated with setting the sustainable rate is affordability within funding levels. ELC provision is part of ongoing review in line with all other Education services based on current financial challenges. Expectations for continued increases in the sustainable rate, without appropriate levels of funding cannot be maintained. Further increases to the sustainable rate is not sustainable for the Council without appropriate financial support. 12. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 12.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and, therefore, no impact assessment is required. 12.2. Consultation has been and continues to be ongoing with the relevant stakeholders as outlined within the report. Early Years will continue to engage with funded providers across South Lanarkshire to inform future reviews of the sustainable rate, however, there is no guarantee of annual increases. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 10 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Inspiring learners, transforming learning, strengthening partnerships. Accountable, Effective, Efficient and Transparent 102
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Previous References Education Resources Committee - 10 June 2025 (2025/2026 Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) Sustainable Rate Price Review Report) List of Background Papers Funded early learning and childcare 2026-2027: guidance for setting sustainable rates Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Jacqueline Wallace, Head of Education (Primary and Early Years) Ext: 4468 (Tel:01698 454468) E-mail: jacqueline.wallace@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 103
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: School Holiday Dates for Session 2027/2028 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide proposed dates for school holidays in South Lanarkshire for session 2027/2028, following consultation with stakeholders [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the proposed school holiday and in-service day schedule for South Lanarkshire for the 2027/2028 academic session, as outlined in Appendix 1 to the report, be approved; and (2) that the proposed in-service day allocation within the 2027/2028 academic session remains subject to potential amendment arising from national developments in relation to the Scottish Government curriculum reform, including the possibility of additional in-service days being agreed at a national level to support implementation; and that officers be authorised to make any necessary adjustments to the calendar to reflect such national decisions be approved. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. Schools in Scotland are required to be open 190 days per year. Typically, a further 5 in-service days are added for teachers. 3.2. Local authorities have the power to set their own terms and school holiday dates. The school year normally covers 3 terms: term 1 - from second or third week in August until Christmas term 2 - from the New Year until the Spring Break term 3 - from Spring Break until the end of June 3.3. During June 2026, Education Resources sought the views of a range of stakeholders on the proposed school holiday dates for 2027/2028. The consultation was shared widely and 519 responses received. 4. Consultation Outcome 4.1. 350 or 68% of respondents supported the proposed calendar. 168 or 32% of respondents did not support the proposed calendar. 4.2. Those respondents who did not support the proposed calendar were invited to provide further comment. A total of 168 respondents provided additional feedback. While this 11 105
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represents a relatively small proportion of the overall stakeholder population, the responses have been analysed and the following key themes were identified: • Distribution of holiday periods – some respondents expressed a preference for a more even distribution of holidays across the year, particularly through a reduction in the overall length of the summer holiday period with time reallocated to other parts of the calendar. • October break – a recurring suggestion within this group was the introduction of a longer October break, often referenced in the context of practices in other local authorities and perceived benefits for balancing the school session. • Winter holiday arrangements – some respondents suggested that the Christmas / New Year holiday period could be extended or adjusted, including later December closing dates and/or later January return dates. • Mid-term breaks – some respondents commented on the structure of shorter breaks, including the absence of a full week in February and the length of the spring break period. • In-service day scheduling – feedback was also received regarding the positioning of in-service days, particularly where these are split across a weekend or occur mid-week, with some respondents highlighting potential impacts on routine, childcare and continuity of learning. • Practical considerations for families – some responses referenced the challenges of managing childcare and annual leave, particularly during longer continuous holiday periods such as the summer break. • Alignment with other authorities – some respondents highlighted differences between South Lanarkshire and neighbouring authorities and suggested that closer alignment could support family planning and workforce considerations. 4.3. These contributions are valued and will be considered during future cycle reviews. They will not however affect the dates currently proposed for 2027/2028. 5. Proposal 5.1. The proposed school holiday and in-service day schedule for South Lanarkshire for the 2027/2028 academic session, as outlined in Appendix 1, meets all related legislative requirements and is broadly in line with school holiday arrangements in neighbouring local authorities. A consultation with stakeholders has shown a clear majority of respondents indicating support for the proposed arrangements. 5.2. It is proposed, therefore, that this schedule is adopted and published widely included via the Council website, school websites, school handbooks and other related media. 6. Employee Implications 6.1. Personnel Services and Finance Services have been consulted on the proposed dates. 7. Financial Implications 7.1. None 8. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 8.1. There are no implications for climate change, sustainability, or the environment in terms of the information contained in this report. 9. Risk and Other Implications 9.1. There are no significant risk implications in terms of the information contained within this report. 106
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10. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 10.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and therefore no impact assessment is required. 10.2. Consultation has taken place with a range of stakeholders, including the Trades Unions and Parent Councils. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 19 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Education and learning: inspiring learners, transforming learning, strengthening partnerships. Previous References Education Resources Committee – 25 September 2025 List of Background Papers Responses from consultation exercise Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Gary Lambie , Performance, Planning and Operations Manager Ext: 4495 (Tel: 01698 454495) E-mail: gary.lambie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 107
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Appendix 1 Education Resources Proposed School Holiday Dates for Session 2027/2028 Term 1 - 2027 Teachers return Friday 13 August In-service Friday 13 August In-service Monday 16 August Pupils return Tuesday 17 August September weekend Friday 24 September September weekend Monday 27 September October Break Starts Monday 11 October October Break Ends Friday 15 October Re-open and pupils return Monday 18 October In-service Monday 08 November Last day of term Tuesday 21 December at 2.30pm Term 2 - 2028 Re-open and pupils return Wednesday 05 January February Break Monday 14 February February Break Tuesday 15 February In-service Wednesday 16 February Pupils return Thursday 17 February Last day of term Friday 31 March at 2.30pm Spring Break starts Monday 03 April Spring Break ends Monday 17 April Term 3 - 2028 Easter Monday Monday 17 April Re-open and pupils return Tuesday 18 April May Day Holiday Monday 01 May In-service Thursday 25 May May weekend Friday 26 May** May weekend Monday 29 May** Last day of school Tuesday 27 June at 1.00pm Proposed restart date – Monday 14 August 2028 ** Schools in Lanark will instead be closed on Thursday 08 June and Friday 09 June 2028 108
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Early Level Update 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide a rationale for the work planned to support the Early Level provide an update on the work to date provide a plan to support further work across the Early Level [1purpose] 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the work to date to support the Early Level be noted; and (2) that the plan to support the Early Level be noted. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. 1,140 hours Scottish Government Review National research on the outcomes of the 1,140 hours expansion and the costs of delivering funded Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) in private, third sector and childminding settings was published on 17 March 2026. The report found that no improvements had been observed in the cognitive and language development, or the social, emotional and behavioural development, of children leaving ELC. However, it also reported a positive association between the expansion of funded ELC and the social, emotional and behavioural development of eligible 2-year-olds. The key messages were:- ELC expansion has improved parental employment and reduced childcare costs for many families quality and accessibility remain high, but challenges persist in workforce sustainability and provision for children with Additional Support Needs (ASN) limited progress on child development outcomes, with pandemic effects a major factor further monitoring and evaluation are needed to assess long-term impacts 3.2. South Lanarkshire Council (SLC) has high aspirations for all and is committed to securing improved educational outcomes for all children and young people. Official ACEL data published for P1/4/7 in December 2025 shows that South Lanarkshire is below the national average in both Numeracy and Literacy and highlights a decline since the previous year in attainment across Primary and particularly across Primary 1. 12 109
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3.3. Live data collected as part of the November 2025 illustrated a similar trend in both literacy and numeracy. Furthermore, SLC’s ranking within Scotland has decreased for both P1/4/7 Literacy and Numeracy and other related measures. 3.4. Analysis of early years standalone establishment attainment data shared at the point of transition in June 2025 highlighted approximately 40% of children are not ready to begin the final pathway of Early Level Literacy and Numeracy. 3.5. It is also apparent that the number of referrals across Early Years for a specialist Primary 1 placement has increased. This is not a sustainable position with work required to support transition across Early Level to reduce the number of referrals. 3.6. The Early Years and Primary teams have worked in partnership over a number of years, and this has been strengthened over the last two years with many joint events, professional learning opportunities and strategic planning. As the Education Service moves into a refreshed 3 to 18 service there is increased opportunity to support and build upon current partnership working and the strengths of both teams. 4. Early Level Provision across South Lanarkshire 4.1. Provision of Early Level Learning is wide and varied across SLC with 62 nursery classes, 22 standalone provisions and 4 x 52-week establishments managed by term time Head Teachers. Provision is also delivered across 125 primary schools as well as funded providers and childminders. 4.2. Within Early Years establishments, there are various leadership models including Heads of Establishment, Early Years Deputes, Team Leaders, Principal Teachers and Depute Head Teachers. 4.3. Central staffing to support Early Level currently comprises of:- 4 x Locality Managers 1 x Quality Improvement Manager (Primary and Early Years) 2 x Quality Officers 12 x Peripatetic Teachers (PERI) 14 x Excellence and Equity Leads (EELs) 8 x Early Years Specialist Support Teachers 4.4. As of August 2026, 2 Locality Managers will move to the Inclusion Service and an Early Level Quality Improvement Officer (QIO) will also be appointed along with 2 seconded Early Years practitioners to support professional learning. This will necessitate a different delivery model to support all Early Level provision. 5. Current practice to support Early Level attainment and moderation 5.1. All standalone establishments have engaged in Career-Long Professional Learning (CLPL) on SLC’s Early Level trackers for Literacy and Numeracy. During session 2024/2025 judgement on a child’s progress through Early Level was introduced to Early Years’ practitioners using the language of Progress and Achievement. This was shared with receiving primary schools as part of an Early Level Transition Exchange. 5.2. Professional learning on effective tracking conversations between managers and practitioners focussing on progress and identifying clear next steps in learning has also been delivered. 110
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5.3. The EELs and PERI teams within Early Years received professional learning on effective support for practitioners to develop knowledge and confidence using the Fact, Story, Action approach to raise attainment. From December 2025 to February 2026 the team have been deployed to support establishments, standalones and nursery classes, with raising attainment. 5.4. All standalone establishments have engaged in a focussed attainment visit with either a Locality Manager or the Lead Officer for Raising Attainment. A follow up visit will also take place in May 2026. Early data captures from this work indicates a positive shift in the data with more children on track. Our aim as we move forward is to enhance the collection of data across the year, potentially twice per year, one in October and one in May, with the potential to set stretch aims similar to the process across primary. 5.5. All Heads of Establishment across primary and Early Years have been advised of the requirement to commit 4 hours of moderation time from their Within-Teacher Allocation (WTA) for 2026/2027 to moderation across Early Level, with all Primary 1 teachers assigned time to work with Early Years practitioners. A similar model will be adopted across our standalone establishments and supported by the Peri teachers in residence model. 5.6. A pilot is also running across Cathkin, Duncanrig, Carluke and Biggar learning communities with standalone establishments already involved in moderation across Early Level and plans in place to continue this into the next session. Initial feedback from these learning communities is that the work is supporting and upskilling practitioner knowledge and partnership working. The learning from these pilots will feed into the three-year strategic plan. 6. Ongoing Work across the Early Level 6.1. Significant joint work has also been undertaken across both the Early Years and Primary Teams to support Early Level pedagogy, curriculum development and self- evaluation for self-improvement. Examples include:- establishment improvement planning peer review play pedagogy professional development work with an external consultant early level literacy review early level conference primary 1 teacher development day data and Fact, story action input progress and achievement input 6.2. A short life group has also been established with representation from Early Years, Psychological Services and Speech and Language to support Early Level literacy communication friendly environments. 111
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7. Three Year Plan to Support the Strategic Delivery of Early Level 7.1. In order to deliver across the variety of Early Years provisions, it has been necessary to review the remits of personnel across Early Level. 7.2. Significant resource and planning have gone into establishing a three-year plan to continue to support Early Level in line with the Education Resources Improvement Plan priorities. This was built around the initial proposal of three pillars: quality assurance and leadership; pedagogy and curriculum and inclusion and wellbeing. A copy is attached in Appendix 1. 7.3. This has been further developed into a three-year Early Level strategic plan as attached in Appendix 2. 7.4. It is also important to note that the Early Level plan sits within the new Education Resources three-year plan and works alongside the four key priorities. The plan will also align with the ongoing work to support our South Lanarkshire Learns approach which encapsulates all aspects of attainment, curriculum, learning, teaching and assessment and improvement. These cross-cutting themes are also supported by the wider Education Resources team and the collaborative work that will be undertaken to support a 3 to 18 service. 8. Professional Learning 8.1. There is a need to streamline the professional learning on offer across Early Level in line with the new Education Resources plan. It has also become apparent that a core professional learning programme needs to be re-established to support areas such as child development and quality observations. 8.2. There is also a need for professional learning to be developed across the new Education Service to support Early Level across all establishments. This will include the following personnel:- Early Years Managers and Quality Improvement Managers (QIMs) QIOs Quality Officers Development Officers Peri and EELs teams Early Years Specialist Support teachers (EY SST) 8.3. Opportunities will be created across the year as well inclusion into the professional learning programme for Education Service personnel in August 2026. We will enlist the support of Louise Phillips as an external advisor and previous Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education (HMIe) Inspector with experience across Early Years and Primary. Participation and collaboration will also be sought from other services including Psychological Services and School Management Planning System (SMPS) as well as Speech and Language. 9. Next Steps 9.1. The next steps outlined below will be undertaken as part of year 1 of the Early Level plan:- 1. Plan Head of Establishment meetings which support a 3 to 18 approach with additional meetings as required to support sector-specific requirements across Early Years and Primary 2. Develop a professional learning programme for the new Education Service and Heads of Establishment to support Early Level 112
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3. Develop a professional learning programme for establishments to support the outcomes of the literacy thematic review 4. Finalise the roles and remits of the wider Early Years team including the Specialist Support teachers 5. Further consultation required around support, including professional learning, for Funded Providers including childminders 6. Increase the N5 data capture across Early Years to twice per year to enable a more proactive approach and include early Years as a feature of the data dashboard 10. Planned Outcomes 10.1. Over the 3-year period, the planned outcomes for Early Level are as follows:- 1. Children across Early Level will demonstrate improved progress in literacy and numeracy, with a greater proportion on track to achieve Early Level by the end of Primary 1 2. Children’s transition from nursery to Primary 1 will be more coherent and developmentally appropriate, with stronger continuity in play pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment information and support planning across settings 3. Practitioners will have increased confidence and consistency in professional judgement through regular moderation activity and improved understanding of progress and achievement across Early Level 4. Learning environments and pedagogy will better reflect high-quality Early Level practice, including responsive play-based learning, rich literacy and numeracy experiences and a clearer focus on progression, challenge and application 5. Early identification and targeted support for children requiring additional help will be strengthened, leading to more inclusive practice, improved communication friendly environments and a reduction in avoidable specialist placement referrals 6. Leaders at all levels will have greater clarity of role, remit and responsibility for improving Early Level outcomes, supported by a more consistent quality assurance framework and clearer lines of support across establishments and learning communities 7. A progressive professional learning offer will build practitioner knowledge, skills and leadership capacity across Early Years and Primary, ensuring staff are equipped. to deliver high-quality teaching, assessment and support for all learners 8. Data collection, tracking and attainment dialogue will be strengthened to provide a more accurate picture of children’s progress over time, enabling earlier intervention, more effective improvement planning and clearer evidence of impact 9. A shared strategic approach across the Education Service will establish greater consistency, sustainability and accountability for Early Level improvement, supporting. better outcomes for children across all sectors and settings 11 Employee Implications 11.1 None 12 Financial Implications 12.1 Financial implications are within existing budgetary resources. 13 Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 13.1 There are no implications for climate change, sustainability or the environment associated with this report. 113
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14 Risk and Other Implications 14.1 There are no risk implications in terms of the information contained in this report. 15 Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 15.1 This report does not present a new strategy, policy or plan and is, therefore. not subject to equality impact assessment. 15.2 There was no requirement to undertake any formal consultation in terms of the information contained within this report. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education) 10 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Inspiring learners, transforming learning, strengthening partnerships List of Background Papers None Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Jacqueline Wallace, Head of Education (Primary and Early Years) Tel:- 01698 454468 E-mail:- Jacqueline.wallace@southlanarkshire.gov. 114
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APPENDIX 1 Early Level Strategic Plan – 3 Pillars A strategy to improve outcomes for our youngest learners in South Lanarkshire. Building strong foundations at early level through robust quality assurance and leaderships. Improving early level pedagogy and curriculum, whilst ensuring the inclusion and wellbeing of all. Quality Assurance and Leadership Pedagogy and Curriculum Inclusion and Wellbeing Quality assurance in line with our universal , enhanced and tailored support approach for all establishments. Peer review activity and involvement in SLC Thematic reviews. Support with using data to improve outcomes for our youngest learners, through the Fact, Story, Action approach. Building leadership through robust professional learning in the essentials of being a leader across Early Level. A refreshed professional learning programme across Early Level focusing on, ‘Setting up the Learning’, ‘Leading Learning’ and ‘Checking for Understanding’ linked to the SLC LTA strategy. A focus on Literacy, aligned with existing models of professional learning programmes. Targeted follow up support from our LTAC team, to support practitioners with putting the theory into practice across an inclusive, communication friendly environment. Creating the best start for families through our SLC Sure Start approach, by integrating early education, childcare, health, and family support services in a number of targeted establishments. MARMOT: Supporting health equality from early childhood. Early Level Specialist Support Team Equity and Excellence for all Funded providers will have access to a flexible online support programme that responds to their needs and enables them to access support as and when required. 12 115
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3 Year Strategic Planning Early Level: Links to Education Resources Improvement plan 2026-29 Current Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 2026 (Jan-June) 2026 -2027 2027-2028 2028-2029 Priority 1 Learning, Teaching and Assessment Priority 2 Developing Our Curriculum • Planning and initial session of the Early Level Pedagogy and Curriculum Programme for Heads of Establishments and Head Teachers • Further session for DHTs/Ey Deputes: Aduit and Evaluate Learning Environments tools shared, and to be returned • Primary 1 Teachers 1 x Full Day Session: Early Literacy • Fact, Story, Action support from the EELs and PERIs team for identified early years establishments • Thematic Reviews: Curriculum and Early Level Literacy • Joint planning to support literacy friendly environments with Psychological Services and Speech & Language CLPL to strengthen the Early Level curriculum through core continuous provision for Heads of Establishment, TLs and EY Deputes CLPL to further develop Literacy and communication friendly environments across Early Level for practitioners based on thematic review findings (EYPs and P1 teachers) Undertake Language Meets Literacy pilot CLPL to support effective tracking and monitoring for TLs and Early Years Deputes underpinned by use of the Fact, Story, Action Engage in Early Level Moderation with a focus on literacy across establishments and pilot Learning Communities CLPL to strengthen the Early Level curriculum through core continuous provision for EYPs and P1 teachers CLPL to further develop Literacy (reading) across Early Level for practitioners (EYPs and P1 teachers) Roll out of Language Meets Literacy Programme CLPL to support Fact, Story, Action approaches across Early Level, including use of observation and tracking data to inform next steps in learning for EYPs Early Level Moderation activity across Learning Communities CLPL to further develop Literacy (writing) across Early Level for practitioners (EYPs and P1 teachers) Priority 3 Wellbeing, Inclusion and Equity • Planning for pilot of Sure Start model • Identification of EELs and initial professional learning programme identified • Emotion Coaching Initial phase of Sure Start model Early Years Specialist Support Team professional learning and inclusion into the wider Early Years Team CLPL across Early Years establishments to support inclusive environments Sure Start model rollout and development Integrated approach across Early Years for all establishments to support inclusive practice Priority 4 Self Improving Systems • Data informed transition event • Fact, story, action support • Data visits to standalones • HT Essentials Programme • EELs / PERIs supporting tracking with EYPs • Peer Review pilot (Early Years) • Team Leaders Leadership CYPIC Programme Develop an Early Level Leadership Strategy for Heads of Establishments including: Self-evaluation for self-improvement; effective transition, quality assurance processes, data informed practice, robust planning and effective practice with a particular focus on literacy Follow up to SECI training Continued focus on Early Level attainment Develop an Early Level Leadership Strategy for PTs, DHTs and Early Years Deputes including: Self-evaluation for self-improvement; effective transition, quality assurance processes, data informed practice, robust planning and effective practice Develop an Early Level Leadership Strategy for team leaders including: Self-evaluation for self-improvement; data informed practice, robust planning and effective practice Develop an Early Level Leadership Strategy for practitioners including: data informed practice, robust planning and effective practice Early Level 3 Year Strategic Plan Overview APPENDIX 2 (This plan sits alongside the Education resources 3 Year Plan which incorporates a 3-18 approach to delivery) 12 117
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Notification of Contracts Awarded: 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] provide notification to the Committee, in accordance with Standing Orders on Contracts, of contracts awarded by Education Resources during the period 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- (1) that details of the contracts awarded be noted. [1recs] 3. Background 3.1. It is a requirement of Clauses 21.8 and 22.5 of the Standing Orders on Contracts that details of the acceptance of all tenders above £50,000 be reported retrospectively to the relevant Committee for noting, other than those under Clause 21.3 where the award is not the lowest in a price only tender, or costs exceed the approved financial provision. In these instances, a report is submitted to the appropriate Committee and subsequent authority to award is granted by that Committee. 4. Contract Awards 4.1. The details of contracts awarded for the period 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026, on the basis of lowest offer and/or most economically advantageous offer submitted, are provided at Appendix 1. 4.2. Details of extensions awarded during the period are provided at Appendix 2. 5. Employee Implications 5.1. There are no employee implications arising from this report. 6. Financial Implications 6.1. Appropriate budget provision is in place for all contracts awarded. 7. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 7.1. There are no Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications arising from the information presented in this report. 13 119
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8. Risk and Other Implications 8.1. There are no direct risks or implications for sustainability in terms of the information contained in this report. 9. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 9.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy nor recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and therefore, no impact assessment is required. 9.2. There is also no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained in this report. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 11 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes Accountable, effective, efficient and transparent List of Background Papers Standing Orders on Contracts Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Emma Smith, Corporate Procurement and Transactions Manager Ext: 5329 (Tel: 01698 455329) E-mail: emma.smith@southlanarkshire.gov.UK 120
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Appendix 1 Contracts Awarded by Education Resources over £50,000 in value Contract Reference Number Contract Description Contractor Name Estimated Value Start Date End Date Extension Date Award date SLC/PS/EDUC/19/028/DA/25/008 Education Services Procured Service Arrangement – Providers below £50,000.00 MIND MARVELS LIMITED 50,000.00 30/09/2025 29/09/2027 - 01/10/2025 SLC/ED/24/043 Residential Trips for Education PGL TRAVEL LTD 111,918.50 14/08/2025 25/06/2026 - 03/10/2025 SLC/ED/25/078 Everway Read and Write Platform EVERWAY OPCO LIMITED 266,437.50 01/10/2025 30/09/2027 30/09/2029 30/10/2025 SLC/ED/24/078 Supply of Nurture UK Emotional and Behavioural Interventions, Training and Resources THE NURTURE GROUP NETWORK LTD 100,000.00 01/11/2025 31/10/2027 - 30/10/2025 SLC/ED/25/098 School Apps - Online Learning Journals for Education COMPUTACENTER (UK) LTD 77,156.30 01/12/2025 30/11/2026 30/11/2027 03/11/2025 SLC/PS/EDUC/19/019 Early Learning and Child Care PSA Phases 12 & 13 Epic Education, Kirsty Currie Childminding, Lindsay's Early Learning 143,500,000.00 01/04/2020 31/07/2030 24/11/2025 SLC/ED/25/111 ASN Sensory Equipment ROMPA 150,000.00 28/11/2025 27/11/2026 - 28/11/2025 SLC/ED/25/112 ASN Sensory Equipment SENSORY GURU LTD 150,000.00 28/11/2025 27/11/2026 - 28/11/2025 SLC/PS/EDUC/21/002 Supply & Delivery of Education Books/Textbooks Askews, Blackwell, Bright Red, Browns Books, EBSCO, Glowworm, Hodder Gibson, Kelvin Books, OUP, Peters, Scotia and Chameleon, Star 2,200,000.00 15/12/2025 14/12/2028 14/12/2029 15/12/2025 121
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Contract Reference Number Contract Description Contractor Name Estimated Value Start Date End Date Extension Date Award date Books, Ulverscroft, Waterstones SLC/ED/25/113 Supply of Sensory Equipment SPACEKRAFT LTD 300,000.00 02/12/2025 01/12/2026 01/12/2027 04/02/2026 SLC/ED/25/125 Phonics and Spelling Programme and Resources MONSTERS PHONICS LTD 50,000.00 01/02/2026 31/01/2028 31/07/2030 10/02/2026 SLC/ED/25/115 Equity Learning Package – School App COMPUTACENTER (UK) LTD 261,554.21 14/02/2026 13/02/2028 13/02/2029 16/02/2026 SLC/PS/EDUC/19/028 Education Services Procured Service Arrangement Phases 7-9 Alice Sharp Ltd, Eolas Outdoor Learning CIC, Five Minute Box (UK) Ltd, Giglets Ltd, HeadStrong Scotland Ltd, Osiris Educational, Parker Enterprise Company Ltd, SMILE Counselling, The Volunteers Tutors Organisation, Utech Scottish Online Lessons, Alison Briers Talking Autism, All Minds, Impact Arts, Love Outdoor Learning, Nurture Academy Scotland Ltd, Scholastic Ltd, UTD Sports Ltd, City of Glasgow College, First Aid Training Co-operative, Genplus, Merged Education Ltd, New 42,500,000.00 20/12/2021 19/12/2026 19/12/2031 06/03/2026 122
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Contract Reference Number Contract Description Contractor Name Estimated Value Start Date End Date Extension Date Award date College Lanarkshire, PGL Travel Ltd, Play Scotland, Rainbow Education Resources Ltd, Spiral Creative Arts Therapies, The Actual Reality Trust SLC/ED/25/101 Nuffield Early Language Intervention OXED & ASSESSMENT LTD 229,695.00 01/03/2026 01/03/2028 01/03/2030 16/03/2026 SLC/ED/25/008 Outdoor Play Learning Sessions and Equipment OPERATION PLAY OUTDOORS LTD 78,735.00 01/04/2026 31/03/2027 31/03/2028 19/03/2026 123
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Appendix 2 Contract Extensions for contracts over £50,000 in value Contract Reference Number Contract Description Contractor Name Estimated Value (£) Extension Value (£) Date of Extension Start Date End Date Further Extension Date SLC/PS/EDUC/ 19/028/DA/25/ 005 The Blues Programme ACTION FOR CHILDREN SERVICES LTD 253,657.44 130,000.00 24/03/2026 01/04/2025 31/03/2027 - SLC/ED/25/020 Football Skills Coaching Programme FS21 T/A COERVER COACHING 53,700.00 27,492.00 30/03/2026 01/04/2025 31/03/2027 - 124
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Report Agenda Item Report to: Education Resources Committee Date of Meeting: 30 June 2026 Report by: Executive Director (Education Resources) Subject: Celebrating Success in Education Session 2025/2026 1. Purpose of Report 1.1. The purpose of the report is to:- [purpose] ♦ highlight some of the exemplary work that has taken place across our educational establishments and services during planning year 2025/2026 recognising wider achievements and awards received 2. Recommendation(s) 2.1. The Committee is asked to approve the following recommendation(s):- [recs] (1) that the examples of good practice highlighted across a wide range of provision be noted; and (2) that the continuing commitment to the importance of celebrating success within education beyond academic attainment be noted. 3. Background 3.1. Our continued commitment to the celebration of diverse achievements acknowledges and encourages progress whilst motivating our learners and reinforcing positive behaviours. It also helps maintain the morale of our people and emphasises the collective effort involved in nurturing the potential of every learner. 3.2. Moreover, emphasising broader successes helps create more inclusive and supportive learning environments. This approach ensures that all learners feel valued for their unique strengths, fostering a sense of belonging and self-worth. By promoting inclusivity, we strengthen community ties and encourage collaboration between schools, families, and the wider community. This collective effort enriches the educational journey with diverse contributions and perspectives. 3.3. By celebrating a wider range of achievements on a consistent basis, we prepare learners to be well-rounded individuals equipped with essential life skills such as creativity, resilience, leadership and empathy. This approach encourages effort and provides a more accurate and comprehensive picture of the positive impact of our work. 4. Celebrating and Recognising Success 4.1. South Lanarkshire establishments continue to take pride in recognising and sharing the daily achievements of children and young people. Through local, social and traditional media, our schools regularly showcase success, ensuring that achievements are visible not only within their own communities but across the wider Council area. This commitment extends across all levels, from classroom practice to 14 127
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leadership. For example, long-serving Head Teacher Alex Stark of Tinto Primary School has been nominated for a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Pearson National Teaching Awards, recognising over 40 years of service to education and her sustained impact within the Biggar Learning Community. The following highlights provide a snapshot of recent achievements across sectors, reflecting the breadth of activity aligned to key priorities for 2025/2026. 4.2. Health and Well-being for Learning 4.2.1. Sport, physical activity and wider wellbeing remain central to the experiences of children and young people, supporting confidence, leadership and resilience. This session has seen continued success in national recognition through the SportScotland School Sport Award, with establishments including Abington Primary School, Biggar Primary School, Burnside Primary School, Chatelherault Primary School, Holy Cross High School, Townhill Primary School and Wester Overton Primary School achieving Gold status. 4.2.2. Several establishments have also achieved notable success in competitive sport. Calderglen High School’s under-13 football team secured a Scottish Cup silver medal and won the Lanarkshire League Cup, while St Cuthbert’s Primary School was named Hamilton Sports Council Primary School of the Year. David Livingstone Memorial Primary School achieved strong results at the Hamilton District Swimming Gala, and Wester Overton Primary School was recognised nationally as Scotland’s top Cycle Friendly School. Woodside Primary won the highly competitive Davy Cooper Soccer 7s tournament at the Hamilton Palace Sports Grounds. 4.2.3. More locally, success continues to be seen across communities. Carstairs Junction Primary School was named Clydesdale Sporting Small School of the Year, reflecting a significant increase in participation and inclusive opportunities for pupils. Meanwhile, Cathkin Primary School celebrated a landmark victory in securing the Burgh Cup for the first time, demonstrating teamwork and community pride. 4.2.4. Milton Primary School and Newfield Primary School have both been recognised as Sporting School of the Year in their respective contexts, demonstrating sustained commitment to participation, leadership and high-quality physical education. 4.2.5. Beyond sport, a wide range of wellbeing initiatives are having a clear and measurable impact. Calderglen High School achieved the Carnegie Centre of Excellence Gold Award for mental health. Approaches such as attachment-informed practice, now embedded in schools including Kirklandpark Primary School, Townhill Primary School and David Livingstone Memorial Primary School and Nursery Class, are supporting nurturing, inclusive environments. 4.2.6. Creative and expressive wellbeing is also evident. Greenburn ASN School demonstrated inclusive practice through participation in the South Lanarkshire Dance Festival, ensuring all pupils were able to perform on stage. 4.3. Equity and Equality 4.3.1. Across South Lanarkshire, schools continue to prioritise inclusion and equity, ensuring that success reflects the diverse needs and experiences of all learners. 4.3.2. National recognition highlights the strength of this work. Duncanrig Secondary School and the Early Learning Unit in Hamilton received Children in Scotland National Awards. Hareleeshill Primary School continues to demonstrate a strong integrated approach across literacy, rights and sustainability. 128
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4.3.3. A growing number of establishments are engaging with Attachment Accreditation, with recent successful submissions including Bankhead Primary School, Cairns Primary School, Crosshouse Primary School, St John the Baptist Primary School, Kirktonholme Primary School, and Wester Overton Primary School, reflecting a system-wide commitment to inclusive, relationship-based practice. 4.3.4. Young people are also influencing change beyond their schools. Pupils from St John Ogilvie High School and Trinity High School have contributed to national discussions on poverty and the Cost of the School Day, while initiatives such as the Care Experienced Ambassadors Programme at Cathkin High School demonstrate the importance of pupil voice in shaping practice. 4.3.5. At a local level, equality and inclusion are promoted through meaningful learning experiences. For example, Carstairs Junction Primary School hosted a Diversity Showcase event, enabling pupils to confidently share their learning around inclusion and representation with families and the wider community. 4.3.6. Our “Hear Our Voice” event further strengthened this work by providing a platform for young people from over 30 schools to articulate the impact of attachment-informed approaches. 4.4. Curriculum, Learning, Teaching and Assessment 4.4.1. South Lanarkshire continues to strengthen curriculum experiences through a focus on literacy, creativity and learner engagement. 4.4.2. Reading Schools accreditation remains a key strength, with establishments including Kirklandpark Primary School, Stonehouse Primary School, Hareleeshill Primary School, Wiston Primary School, and Woodside Primary School achieving Gold recognition, reflecting sustained whole-school commitment to literacy. 4.4.3. Creative and cultural learning is thriving across establishments. Large-scale programmes such as the Young Musician of the Year Competition and performances by the South Lanarkshire Orchestral Society continue to showcase excellence. 4.4.4. Equally, whole-school creative experiences are enriching learning. At Auldhouse Primary School, every pupil participated in a full-stage production of Peter Pan, demonstrating confidence, teamwork and creativity across all stages. Meanwhile, Woodpark Primary School engaged pupils in a major themed production linked to global sporting events, strengthening engagement through creative learning. This included an innovative look at the environmental impacts of the World Cup 2026. 4.4.5. Innovation is evident across STEM and applied learning. Pupils at Crawforddyke Primary School achieved success in a regional engineering challenge and have enhanced outdoor learning provision through community partnership working. Meanwhile, Auchengray Primary School has introduced practical woodworking experiences in partnership with West Lothian College, supporting skills development, confidence and career awareness from an early stage. 4.4.6. Digital innovation continues to support engagement and attendance. At Neilsland Primary School, targeted use of virtual reality has led to measurable improvements in motivation and participation. 4.4.7. Music education continues to flourish, with the Instrumental Music Service (IMS) receiving recognition. Meanwhile, young performers across South Lanarkshire have 129
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continued to showcase their talents at major events, reinforcing the importance of music and the arts in developing confidence, discipline, and creativity among learners. 4.5. Digital Learning and Inclusion 4.5.1. Digital innovation continues to strengthen learning and teaching across South Lanarkshire, with several establishments receiving national recognition. 4.5.2. St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High School has achieved European-level Digital Schools Award status and national recognition through the DigiInventors Challenge. Further recognition has been achieved by Carnwath Primary School, Lanark Primary School, and Abington Primary School. 4.5.3. Digital creativity continues to develop across sectors. The Holy Cross High School Reading Café Podcast has been shortlisted for the Scottish Podcast Awards, highlighting innovative approaches to literacy, pupil voice and digital engagement. 4.5.4. Across establishments such as Neilsland Primary School and Woodside Primary School, digital technologies are increasingly used to enhance engagement, particularly for learners requiring additional support or alternative learning pathways. At Duncanrig High, ASN pupils achieved the Bronze Industrial Cadets Award through a sustainability-focused project, demonstrating teamwork, innovation and enterprise skills in addressing real-world challenges. 4.6. Climate change and sustainability 4.6.1. Sustainability continues to be a key strength across South Lanarkshire, with young people leading meaningful environmental action. 4.6.2. Significant Eco-Schools success continues, with Townhill Primary School achieving its 10th Eco Flag and Newfield Primary School its 11th. At Newfield, this work has been further recognised nationally, with staff member Mrs Alix Jones achieving joint second place in the Eco-Coordinator of the Year awards, reflecting sustained leadership in environmental education. 4.6.3. Innovative approaches to outdoor and environmental learning are also evident. At Crawforddyke Primary School, a community-led natural play project has enhanced outdoor learning opportunities through partnership working with families and local volunteers. National recognition has also been achieved by West Coats Primary School, which was awarded Climate Action Project of the Year, highlighting the impact of pupil-led environmental initiatives. 4.6.4. Schools continue to engage in practical sustainability projects, including river ecology programmes at Cairns Primary School, and wider community-focused activity through Youth, Family and Community Learning initiatives. 4.6.5. Our annual Conference of Schools event continues to showcase pupil leadership in sustainability and climate action. South Lanarkshire schools continue to drive environmental progress, fostering a culture where young people lead climate action, develop practical solutions, and inspire lasting change. 4.7. United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) 4.7.1. Children’s rights continue to be embedded across South Lanarkshire. 4.7.2. Establishments including Calderglen High, St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High, James Aiton Primary, Wester Overton Primary, St John the Baptist Primary and Woodside 130
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Primary have achieved Silver Rights Respecting Schools status, while many others continue to progress through national accreditation frameworks. 4.7.3. Innovative practice continues to develop across learning communities. Mossneuk Primary School has achieved Making Rights Real accreditation, while collaborative transition work across the Calderside Learning Community is strengthening continuity in rights-based education. 4.7.4. These approaches are enabling young people not only to understand their rights but to actively shape their learning environments. 4.8. Communication and engagement 4.8.1. Strong partnerships and community engagement continue to enrich learning experiences across South Lanarkshire. 4.8.2. Schools are creating meaningful opportunities to engage with families and communities. Events such as those at Bankhead Primary School, Carstairs Junction Primary School, and Auchengray Primary School highlight how learning is celebrated and shared with wider communities. 4.8.3. Creative engagement remains a key strength. Kirklandpark Primary School’s Children’s Mental Health Week mural project provided a powerful example of how schools can connect wellbeing, identity and community through collaborative learning. 4.8.4. Programmes delivered through Youth, Family and Community Learning continue to provide important opportunities for young people to contribute to their communities and achieve nationally recognised awards. 4.8.5. Across all sectors, schools such as Black Mount Primary School, Auldhouse Primary School, Woodside Primary School and Woodpark Primary School continue to demonstrate the wider impact of education through participation, creativity and community partnership. 5. Employee Implications 5.1. No employee implications attached to this report. 6. Financial Implications 6.1. No financial implications attached to this report. 7. Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Implications 7.1. There are no climate change or environmental implications as a result of this report. 7.2. The Council acknowledges the serious and immediate threat of climate change and is committed to accelerating the pace of action in response to the climate emergency and in Scotland’s transition to a net-zero and climate resilient society and economy. All Resource Plans have recognised sustainable development and climate change as a key area of focus for 2025/2026. 8. Risk and Other Implications 8.1. No implications for risk in terms of the information contained in this report. 9. Integrated Impact Assessment and Consultation Requirements 9.1. This report does not introduce a new policy, function or strategy or recommend a change to an existing policy, function or strategy and, therefore, no impact assessment is required. 131
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9.2. There was no requirement to undertake any consultation in terms of the information contained within this report. Lyndsay McRoberts Executive Director (Education Resources) 10 June 2026 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes ♦ Education and learning: inspiring learners, transforming learning, strengthening partnerships Previous References ♦ Education Resources Committee – June 2025 List of Background Papers ♦ None Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Gary Lambie, Performance, Planning and Operations Manager Ext: 4495 (Tel: 01698 454495) E-mail: gary.lambie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 132