Professional Standards for Teaching (GTCS)

Professional Standards for Teaching (GTCS)

Professional Standards for Teaching (GTCS)

A professional framework of standards to support and guide teachers

This the professional framework to support the recruitment, development and self-evaluation of teachers. It outlines the commitment to growth, professional knowledge and skills which are requirements for teaching in Scotland. They promote leadership, enquiry and partnership to deliver education and support learners.

This the professional framework to support the recruitment, development and self-evaluation of teachers. It outlines the commitment to growth, professional knowledge and skills which are requirements for teaching in Scotland. They promote leadership, enquiry and partnership to deliver education and support learners.

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Professional Standards for Teaching (GTCS)

A professional framework of standards to support and guide teachers
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January 8, 2026

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