Freedom of Information Publication Scheme: Background
This section contains the background to the Learning and Teaching Scotland Freedom of Information Publication Scheme.
Learning and Teaching Scotland (LTS) is an executive non-departmental public body sponsored by the Scottish Government. The organisation's role is to advise the Scottish Government and to support developments in learning and education, including the use of information and communications technology (ICT).
LTS's mission is to work with others to ensure provision, for everyone living in Scotland, of high quality opportunities for learning.
Our vision
Learning and Teaching Scotland aspires to:
- inspire a climate of innovation, ambition and excellence throughout the Scottish education system
- lead the support for teachers, schools and local authorities in improving the quality of education and raising levels of achievement of all learners
- drive improvements that ensure the curriculum and approaches to learning and teaching, including the use of ICT, assist children and young people in Scotland to develop their full potential
- build capacity and support the delivery of a first-class education that is recognised as such nationally and internationally.
Who we work with
LTS operates as part of the Scottish educational and learning community and in relation to the wider political, social, economic and cultural context.
In fulfilling its remit, LTS seeks to work in a consultative, collaborative and creative manner with a wide range of organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors within Scotland and beyond.
Key partnerships within Scotland include local authorities, schools and other educational establishments, HM Inspectors of Education and other national organisations, such as the Scottish Qualifications Authority, together with professional associations and business organisations.
Board of Directors and Advisory Council
A Board of Directors, appointed by Scottish Government Ministers, is responsible for overseeing the corporate governance of LTS and for setting the organisation's strategic direction.
LTS's advisory function is undertaken by an Advisory Council whose members are appointed by the Scottish Government and who are drawn from all education sectors, business and the wider community.
Learning and Teaching Scotland staff
LTS has a complement of permanent staff led by a corporate management team headed by the Chief Executive.
The work of the permanent staff is supplemented by a variable number of additional staff seconded from local authorities and other organisations or employed on fixed-term contracts.