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Council

Our Council is formed every four years to represent the profession, the wider educational community, and the public on important educational issues which affect teachers and teaching.

"Upholding Professional Standards"

Council Membership comprises of 50 individuals who fall into one of three categories:

  1. elected registered teachers
  2. appointed members representing Local Authorities, directors of education, directors of social work, further and higher education institutions, the churches and the Scottish Council of Independent Schools
  3. members nominated by Scottish Ministers representing parents, commerce and industry, those teaching children with special educational needs and the public interest

Council members serve on one or more of the Committees.

Council Meetings

Council meetings take place four times a year, although special meetings may take place when required.

The Council meeting schedule is as follows: 

  • Wednesday 10 December 10:30am

These are held in Clerwood House and are open to the public.  If you would like to attend a Council meeting, please contact the Council Administrator on 0131 314 6021. 

GTC Scotland, Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh EH12 6UT | Tel: 0131 314 6000 |