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A new facility to support research aimed at improving education has opened.
The £4 million Centre for Teaching Excellence opened on Wednesday at Glasgow University, with Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth hailing it as a “significant step” in improving how Scots are taught.
According to the Scottish Government, 40 secondment positions will be supported by the centre for teachers from across the country, while two other hubs – in Dumfries and on Skye – have also been opened.
Ms Gilruth said: “I am determined to help improve learning and teaching across the country to make sure Scotland’s children and young people achieve the best they possibly can.
“The launch of this centre of excellence is a significant step in our education reform journey. It will work with teachers, to meet their needs and help them deliver truly excellent learning and teaching.
“The Centre will be shaped by teachers. Today is just the first step. Together we’re investing in Scotland’s schools-creating spaces across the country to support pedagogy, research and collaboration.”
Inspiring words from Cabinet Secretary @JennyGilruth at today’s launch! pic.twitter.com/L0U3SOzOMk
— The Centre for Teaching Excellence (@UofGCfTE) September 3, 2025
“This is why we worked in partnership with teachers and professional associations to develop the centre’s objectives, to put Scotland at the forefront of taking innovative research into teaching practice.
“This facility provides an opportunity for teachers to come together, collaborate and shape the future of Scottish education.”
Centre director Professor Margery McMahon said: “Through the Centre for Teaching Excellence, we are striving to energise the system and support teachers through professional learning approaches and high-quality, research-informed resources and opportunities, to develop further their pedagogical expertise, help to close the attainment gap, and improve educational outcomes for all children and young people.
“As hosts, it is our hope that we can further develop our collaboration with teachers and educators, politicians and policy makers to ensure that Scotland’s education system is one that can truly lead the future’s local and global challenges.
“We are delighted to be leading this exciting and important innovation that has real potential to transform how we do education in Scotland.”
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