Headteachers to receive half a billion pounds to close attainment gap

Headteachers will be able to spend the money how they choose.

Closing the attainment gap between pupils in Scotland’s most deprived areas and those in more affluent ones has been a defining mission of the Scottish Government and something the First Minister said she would be judged on.

Now, headteachers across Scotland are to get half a billion pounds over the next four years to meet that goal. They’ll be able to spent the cash how they wish – from extra teaching support to cultural experiences. Laura Alderman reports.

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