STEP Centre for nomadic communitities and education
@mobileandlearn.bsky.social
STEP is a national knowledge exchange centre supporting equitable access to education for traditionally nomadic communities. It is funded mainly by Scottish Government and is based at the University of Edinburgh.
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STEP Digital Transitions Programme is being rolled out following a successful pilot. The programme improves transitions by increasing young people’s capacity to engage in digital learning while preserving their cultural heritage & practices. More details here step.education.ed.ac.uk/teachers/dig...
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Discover a collection of accessible festive resources and activities in the CALL Blog: https://bit.ly/48NWqBF
December 12, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Discover a collection of accessible festive resources and activities in the CALL Blog: https://bit.ly/48NWqBF
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If you think someone is being bullied, here are 4 tips:
1️⃣ Talk to them.
2️⃣ Let them know you care.
3️⃣ Ask what you can do to help.
4️⃣ Get help from a trusted adult.
Together, we can make a difference! 💙 #StandUpAgainstBullying #SupportEachOther
1️⃣ Talk to them.
2️⃣ Let them know you care.
3️⃣ Ask what you can do to help.
4️⃣ Get help from a trusted adult.
Together, we can make a difference! 💙 #StandUpAgainstBullying #SupportEachOther
December 12, 2025 at 9:37 AM
If you think someone is being bullied, here are 4 tips:
1️⃣ Talk to them.
2️⃣ Let them know you care.
3️⃣ Ask what you can do to help.
4️⃣ Get help from a trusted adult.
Together, we can make a difference! 💙 #StandUpAgainstBullying #SupportEachOther
1️⃣ Talk to them.
2️⃣ Let them know you care.
3️⃣ Ask what you can do to help.
4️⃣ Get help from a trusted adult.
Together, we can make a difference! 💙 #StandUpAgainstBullying #SupportEachOther
@article12scotland.bsky.social Thank you for hosting such a wonderful event today in Edinburgh. It was amazing to hear about the success of the Roadside Futures: Human Rights Defenders project and meet the children and young people who led the amazing work.
December 4, 2025 at 7:04 PM
@article12scotland.bsky.social Thank you for hosting such a wonderful event today in Edinburgh. It was amazing to hear about the success of the Roadside Futures: Human Rights Defenders project and meet the children and young people who led the amazing work.
Get in touch to request free STEP Starter Sacks for young children from the Gypsy/Traveller and Roma community. Sacks focus on 3 curricular areas: Literacy, Science, & Health & Wellbeing. Find out more here: www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/pre-5homeplay/
November 19, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Get in touch to request free STEP Starter Sacks for young children from the Gypsy/Traveller and Roma community. Sacks focus on 3 curricular areas: Literacy, Science, & Health & Wellbeing. Find out more here: www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/pre-5homeplay/
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Are you an educator supporting learners in Scotland with a print disability? If the answer is yes, then you should register for a free booksforall account to enable you to download books in accessible forms. Register at bit.ly/3rEM9Gr or via the QR code.
#BookWeekScotland
#BookWeekScotland
November 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Are you an educator supporting learners in Scotland with a print disability? If the answer is yes, then you should register for a free booksforall account to enable you to download books in accessible forms. Register at bit.ly/3rEM9Gr or via the QR code.
#BookWeekScotland
#BookWeekScotland
STEP learning app makes learning at home & while travelling a whole lot easier. The simple & free app provides basic tools for digital learning on- or offline. It can help you do assignments & keep track of your learning. Find out more here: www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/digital-lear...
Digital Learning - The App - STEP
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November 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
STEP learning app makes learning at home & while travelling a whole lot easier. The simple & free app provides basic tools for digital learning on- or offline. It can help you do assignments & keep track of your learning. Find out more here: www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/digital-lear...
Created in partnership with MECOPP, Article 12 & the Gypsy/Traveller community, this useful guide offers answers to frequently asked questions about school attendance & travelling. Access audio or digital versions here www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/the-legal-pr... or get in touch for printed copies.
November 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Created in partnership with MECOPP, Article 12 & the Gypsy/Traveller community, this useful guide offers answers to frequently asked questions about school attendance & travelling. Access audio or digital versions here www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/the-legal-pr... or get in touch for printed copies.
Check out our digital gallery featuring wonderful artwork created by children and young people from the Gypsy/Traveller and Roma community as part of GRTHM 2025 www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/art-at-the-h...
November 17, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Check out our digital gallery featuring wonderful artwork created by children and young people from the Gypsy/Traveller and Roma community as part of GRTHM 2025 www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/art-at-the-h...
Gypsy/Traveller and Roma maternal care study. Find out more: acert.org.uk/blog/2025/10...
Maternal care study – ACERT
acert.org.uk
November 17, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Gypsy/Traveller and Roma maternal care study. Find out more: acert.org.uk/blog/2025/10...
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It’s not too late to sign up!
Learn practical strategies to support students with communication difficulties using technology. Our 5-week online course starts Oct 28, 2025. Weekly 1-hour sessions every Tuesday from 4-5pm. Sign up today via the link or QR code below.
Bit.ly/course281025
#CallLearn
Learn practical strategies to support students with communication difficulties using technology. Our 5-week online course starts Oct 28, 2025. Weekly 1-hour sessions every Tuesday from 4-5pm. Sign up today via the link or QR code below.
Bit.ly/course281025
#CallLearn
October 23, 2025 at 9:01 AM
It’s not too late to sign up!
Learn practical strategies to support students with communication difficulties using technology. Our 5-week online course starts Oct 28, 2025. Weekly 1-hour sessions every Tuesday from 4-5pm. Sign up today via the link or QR code below.
Bit.ly/course281025
#CallLearn
Learn practical strategies to support students with communication difficulties using technology. Our 5-week online course starts Oct 28, 2025. Weekly 1-hour sessions every Tuesday from 4-5pm. Sign up today via the link or QR code below.
Bit.ly/course281025
#CallLearn
Check out @travellertimes podcast Travellers' Talk www.travellerstimes.org.uk/podcast
Podcast
www.travellerstimes.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Check out @travellertimes podcast Travellers' Talk www.travellerstimes.org.uk/podcast
Find a range of professional learning opportunities from @educationscotland.bsky.social education.gov.scot/events/?page...
October 23, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Find a range of professional learning opportunities from @educationscotland.bsky.social education.gov.scot/events/?page...
Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Get ready for Anti-Bullying Week schools and settings event youtu.be/jxBdu_dBhDo?...
Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Get ready for Anti-Bullying Week schools and settings event
YouTube video by Anti-Bullying Alliance
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October 23, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Get ready for Anti-Bullying Week schools and settings event youtu.be/jxBdu_dBhDo?...
Check out @educationscotland.bsky.social attendance matters podcast x.com/EducationSco...
Education Scotland on X: "🎧 Attendance Matters Podcast: Smithycroft Secondary A pupil shares her journey from missing school to full engagement, with support from family and staff. ▶️ Listen here 👉 https://t.co/A58IbkDdqU https://t.co/JU4zudvQds" / X
🎧 Attendance Matters Podcast: Smithycroft Secondary A pupil shares her journey from missing school to full engagement, with support from family and staff. ▶️ Listen here 👉 https://t.co/A58IbkDdqU https://t.co/JU4zudvQds
x.com
October 23, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Check out @educationscotland.bsky.social attendance matters podcast x.com/EducationSco...
Check out the new Belonging Matters Impact Report from @anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/aba-our-work...
Belonging Matters: Building schools where every child thrives
We’re thrilled to launch our new Belonging Matters Impact Report, capturing the achievements of the Belonging Matters pi
anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Check out the new Belonging Matters Impact Report from @anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/aba-our-work...
A ground-breaking Harvard University Study investigates the lived experiences of Canadian Roma. Find out more from @TravellersTimes www.travellerstimes.org.uk/news/2025/09...
Canadian Roma: A People Uncounted
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October 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
A ground-breaking Harvard University Study investigates the lived experiences of Canadian Roma. Find out more from @TravellersTimes www.travellerstimes.org.uk/news/2025/09...
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NEW BLOG: Untangling additional support for learning
Designed for those supporting professionals and families, our new pages provide useful resources for others to use and share. Answering key questions they help separate fact from fiction.
Read more: enquire.org.uk/blog/untangl...
#UntanglingASL
Designed for those supporting professionals and families, our new pages provide useful resources for others to use and share. Answering key questions they help separate fact from fiction.
Read more: enquire.org.uk/blog/untangl...
#UntanglingASL
Untangling additional support for learning - Enquire
More about our new pages, designed and developed for those working with professionals and families entitled to support for learning.
enquire.org.uk
October 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM
NEW BLOG: Untangling additional support for learning
Designed for those supporting professionals and families, our new pages provide useful resources for others to use and share. Answering key questions they help separate fact from fiction.
Read more: enquire.org.uk/blog/untangl...
#UntanglingASL
Designed for those supporting professionals and families, our new pages provide useful resources for others to use and share. Answering key questions they help separate fact from fiction.
Read more: enquire.org.uk/blog/untangl...
#UntanglingASL
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Have you noticed our #accessibility toolbar on our websites?
Powered by Recite Me, it offers a range of tools to help you access info in a way that suits you. Explore the options via the 'Accessibility help' menu, at the top of the page.
Visit:
Enquire - www.enquire.org.uk
Reach - www.reach.scot
Powered by Recite Me, it offers a range of tools to help you access info in a way that suits you. Explore the options via the 'Accessibility help' menu, at the top of the page.
Visit:
Enquire - www.enquire.org.uk
Reach - www.reach.scot
October 15, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Have you noticed our #accessibility toolbar on our websites?
Powered by Recite Me, it offers a range of tools to help you access info in a way that suits you. Explore the options via the 'Accessibility help' menu, at the top of the page.
Visit:
Enquire - www.enquire.org.uk
Reach - www.reach.scot
Powered by Recite Me, it offers a range of tools to help you access info in a way that suits you. Explore the options via the 'Accessibility help' menu, at the top of the page.
Visit:
Enquire - www.enquire.org.uk
Reach - www.reach.scot
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It’s #ADHD Awareness Month!
We’re highlighting a fantastic webinar we hosted with Geraldine from the Scottish ADHD Coalition.
We explored how schools can support children with ADHD and your child’s rights in education.
Watch it now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8iF...
#ADHDAwarenessMonth #asn #asl
We’re highlighting a fantastic webinar we hosted with Geraldine from the Scottish ADHD Coalition.
We explored how schools can support children with ADHD and your child’s rights in education.
Watch it now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8iF...
#ADHDAwarenessMonth #asn #asl
Webinar for parents and carers: ADHD and support at school—your child's rights
YouTube video by Enquire
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October 16, 2025 at 12:02 PM
It’s #ADHD Awareness Month!
We’re highlighting a fantastic webinar we hosted with Geraldine from the Scottish ADHD Coalition.
We explored how schools can support children with ADHD and your child’s rights in education.
Watch it now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8iF...
#ADHDAwarenessMonth #asn #asl
We’re highlighting a fantastic webinar we hosted with Geraldine from the Scottish ADHD Coalition.
We explored how schools can support children with ADHD and your child’s rights in education.
Watch it now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8iF...
#ADHDAwarenessMonth #asn #asl
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Are you looking for more info about SQA Digital Assessment Arrangements?
At the 2025 annual update, the focus will be policy and provision of digital assessment arrangements and discussion/sharing good practice.
Book a place using the link below.
Tues 4 Nov 10–11:30 am
https://athena.sqameet.net/
At the 2025 annual update, the focus will be policy and provision of digital assessment arrangements and discussion/sharing good practice.
Book a place using the link below.
Tues 4 Nov 10–11:30 am
https://athena.sqameet.net/
October 20, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Are you looking for more info about SQA Digital Assessment Arrangements?
At the 2025 annual update, the focus will be policy and provision of digital assessment arrangements and discussion/sharing good practice.
Book a place using the link below.
Tues 4 Nov 10–11:30 am
https://athena.sqameet.net/
At the 2025 annual update, the focus will be policy and provision of digital assessment arrangements and discussion/sharing good practice.
Book a place using the link below.
Tues 4 Nov 10–11:30 am
https://athena.sqameet.net/
We're looking forward to joining the @RomanoLav event in Glasgow next week to share our education resources & information with families from the Roma community #education #equity #access #transitions #family #rights #culture #voice #schools #awareness #inclusion #partnerships
October 2, 2025 at 1:24 PM
We're looking forward to joining the @RomanoLav event in Glasgow next week to share our education resources & information with families from the Roma community #education #equity #access #transitions #family #rights #culture #voice #schools #awareness #inclusion #partnerships
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🌟 Belonging Matters – Sign Your School Up!
Boost pupils’ sense of belonging with a year-long, evidence-based programme by NCB, ABA & Council for Disabled Children.
✅ Staff training
✅ Audit tool
✅ Action-planning resources
📌 Register: nationalchildrensbureau.typeform.com/to/tCD1UYmI
Boost pupils’ sense of belonging with a year-long, evidence-based programme by NCB, ABA & Council for Disabled Children.
✅ Staff training
✅ Audit tool
✅ Action-planning resources
📌 Register: nationalchildrensbureau.typeform.com/to/tCD1UYmI
October 2, 2025 at 11:22 AM
🌟 Belonging Matters – Sign Your School Up!
Boost pupils’ sense of belonging with a year-long, evidence-based programme by NCB, ABA & Council for Disabled Children.
✅ Staff training
✅ Audit tool
✅ Action-planning resources
📌 Register: nationalchildrensbureau.typeform.com/to/tCD1UYmI
Boost pupils’ sense of belonging with a year-long, evidence-based programme by NCB, ABA & Council for Disabled Children.
✅ Staff training
✅ Audit tool
✅ Action-planning resources
📌 Register: nationalchildrensbureau.typeform.com/to/tCD1UYmI
Find out about the UNCRC & how it relates
to education for Gypsy/Traveller & Roma communities. Watch our information videos to hear young community members describe their experiences of school, access to education & the importance of rights to education
www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/families/you...
to education for Gypsy/Traveller & Roma communities. Watch our information videos to hear young community members describe their experiences of school, access to education & the importance of rights to education
www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/families/you...
Children and young people's rights and education - STEP
www.step.education.ed.ac.uk
September 11, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Find out about the UNCRC & how it relates
to education for Gypsy/Traveller & Roma communities. Watch our information videos to hear young community members describe their experiences of school, access to education & the importance of rights to education
www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/families/you...
to education for Gypsy/Traveller & Roma communities. Watch our information videos to hear young community members describe their experiences of school, access to education & the importance of rights to education
www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/families/you...
STEP Starter Sack home-play programme is for young children from the Gypsy/Traveller & Roma community. Families get a series of Sacks filled with craft materials, cultural resources & interactive learning activities to explore as a family. ...https://www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/pre-5homeplay/
September 11, 2025 at 2:40 PM
STEP Starter Sack home-play programme is for young children from the Gypsy/Traveller & Roma community. Families get a series of Sacks filled with craft materials, cultural resources & interactive learning activities to explore as a family. ...https://www.step.education.ed.ac.uk/pre-5homeplay/