Arrangements for inspecting Gaelic Education

This page provides supporting information about inspections and reviews of Gaelic education.

Inspection briefing notes

Inspection briefing notes are available for:

• early learning and childcare
• primary schools
• secondary schools
• all-through schools

Briefing note for headteachers

This briefing note explains the inspection process for Gaelic Medium and Learner Education.

Briefing note for headteachers of schools and heads of establishments for inspections of Gaelic Medium and Learner Education (PDF, 405KB)

Further guidance and reports

Advice on Gaelic Education

Comhairle mu Fhoghlam Gàidhlig Luchd-sgrùdaidh an Rìgh ann an Alba

Statutory Guidance on Gaelic Education - Bòrd na Gàidhlig

Stiùireadh Reachdail airson Foghlam  – Gàidhlig Bòrd na Gàidhlig

Evaluating the quality of Gaelic Education

A’ Luachadh Càileachd Foghlam na Gàidhlig Luchd-sgrùdaidh an Rìgh ann an Alba

Standards and evaluation framework

Inspection frameworks

Inspection reports in the Gaelic sector

The National Gaelic Language Plan 2023-28 – Bòrd na Gàidhlig

National Improvement Framework 2026