The National Archives of Scotland aims to support learning and teaching within Curriculum for Excellence and National Qualifications. Our resources can support the teaching of Scottish history and social studies, act as an inspiration for expressive arts, and provide opportunities for cross-curricular learning. We provide access to our unique holdings and to our specialist expertise through workshops, Glow Meet sessions and website resources.

INSET and professional development
We are registered with CPD Scotland and can offer workshops and twilight Glow Meet sessions for teachers and student teachers on how to use archives in learning and teaching.

How do I book?
If you would like to attend a workshop in General Register House, in Edinburgh, arrange a twilight Glow Meet session with our education staff or book us to visit your nearest Education Centre or college, please contact: education@nas.gov.uk or telephone 0131 535 1340.

Heritage Education Forum
The National Archives of Scotland is a member of the Heritage Education Forum. HEF comprises representatives from national cultural organisations in Scotland who work together to promote and support heritage learning and Curriculum for Excellence. We are based in museums, galleries, libraries and archives, in historic monuments, buildings and archaeological sites and in the countryside. There is plenty of scope to discover new experiences inside and outside the classroom.

Find out more about the Heritage Education Forum.