Happy #PlayDay2026! At PAS, we know the importance of having free time to play and explore new things. We are big supporters of the right to play, particularly through our work in increasing children and young people's access to hobbies. #PlayEverywhere

NEW WEBINAR: Settling in to School in Scotland Sign up to attend this free session to hear more about what additional support needs are, how to access support and what to do if your child isn't getting the support they need. Find out more and book: events.humanitix.com/settling-in-... #ASN #ASL

Settling in to school in Scotland

Helping parents and carers understand the school system in Scotland, including your child’s right to support for learning if they need it.

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🎉 Child Maintenance Explained is live! Developed with parents and partner organisations, the new website provides clear, independent information to help families understand their child maintenance options and navigate the system. 🔗 www.childmaintenanceexplained.org.uk

In our latest guest blog, Molly Rosenbaum from The Lines Between reflects on the changes in parent and carers needs represented in research over the last three years as highlighted in our Parenting Evidence Reviews. Read the blog here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/news-views/p...

On Thursday 27th August at 10:00 AM, parents and allies across Scotland are "downing tools" for a couple of hours to demand flexible working by default and 6 weeks of paid paternity leave. Events in Edinburgh and Glasgow - sign up and join us: www.parentstrike.org

You don't have to face imprisonment alone. Our free, confidential Helpline offers practical information and emotional support to anyone affected by imprisonment in Scotland. Phone: 0800 254 0088 Email: support@familiesoutside.org.uk Find out more: https://ow.ly/YhL350ZlwvF

💡 Read our member @sharedparentsco.bsky.social article 📣 What Scotland can learn from Nordic countries about children’s rights after separation Register here and read more ➡️ www.sharedparenting.scot/what-scotlan...

What Scotland can learn from Nordic countries about children's rights after separation - Shared Parenting Scotland

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A week in the sun is time to chill out, not ramp up the tension. Family holidays can, however, be stressful. In our latest blog, we share steps you can take before and during your time away to make sure the family makes the most of their trip. www.scottishconflictresolution.org.uk/about/blog/p...

🚨 Parents, carers & families across Scotland – your voice matters! 🎠 The Scottish Government is reviewing local play parks and needs your input. 📋 Fill out the short survey here: forms.microsoft.com/e/FFXdjuSLfD @playscotland.bsky.social #PlayScotland

Following recent outbreaks of meningitis in the UK, the MenB vaccine is being offered to some older teenagers and students under 25 who are at higher risk. To find out if you, your young person or someone you know, is eligible for the free vaccine visit nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople #MenBVaccine

🤔 What's the best thing about your local park? 🧸 Help shape the future of play spaces across Scotland. 🕖 It only takes 7 minutes 👉 forms.office.com/e/FFXdjuSLfD

🗞️Sector news New research commissioned by Parenting Across Scotland highlights the key challenges facing parents and carers in Scotland — including poverty, health & wellbeing, childcare & early years, and access to hobbies. @parentingscotland.bsky.social Read more: bit.ly/4v6Umhe

Another fantastic report from @parentingscotland.bsky.social deep diving into the key challenges facing Scottish parents. Unsurprisingly the lack of affordable and #flexiblechildcare remains one of the greatest barriers for parents trying to get back to work or education. Read now 👇

Parenting Across Scotland@parentingscotland.bsky.social · 2mo ago

We are delighted to share the final report by The Lines Between which draws on research from over 20,000 parents and carers across at least 31 local authorities in Scotland 2025-26. Access the report here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1761/pas-literature-review_2025-26.pdf

Come join the Open Kindergarten team as a Training and Development Officer as part of phase 4! More details here: goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...

Training & Development Officer - Open Kindergarten with Midlothian Sure Start – Goodmoves

Midlothian Sure Start is a dynamic, award winning third sector organisation. It offers a quality support service to families with children up to age 12 across Midlothian. Midlothian Sure Start ...

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We are delighted to share the final report by The Lines Between which draws on research from over 20,000 parents and carers across at least 31 local authorities in Scotland 2025-26. Access the report here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1761/pas-literature-review_2025-26.pdf

One week to go!! Email us at info@parentingacrossscotland.org to sign up!

Parenting Across Scotland@parentingscotland.bsky.social · 2mo ago

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the release of our commissioned research report by The Lines Between which draws together research on the lived experience of >20,000 parents in Scotland from 2025-26. Thursday 18 June 2026 10-11am To sign up, email info@parentingacrossscotland.org

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the release of our commissioned research report by The Lines Between which draws together research on the lived experience of >20,000 parents in Scotland from 2025-26. Thursday 18 June 2026 10-11am To sign up, email info@parentingacrossscotland.org

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the release of our commissioned research report by The Lines Between which draws together research on the lived experience of >20,000 parents in Scotland from 2025-26. Thursday 18 June 2026 10-11am To sign up, email info@parentingacrossscotland.org

Have you heard the term ‘UNCRC’ and wonder what it all means for your children and your family? Join us alongside @together-sacr.bsky.social on Wed 3 June where we will help demystify children’s rights and build your confidence in talking about them Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-parents-...

Have you heard the term ‘UNCRC’ and wonder what it all means for your children and your family? Join us alongside @together-sacr.bsky.social on Wed 3 June where we will help demystify children’s rights and build your confidence in talking about them Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-parents-...

Happening this week 👇 Join our webinar to hear how co-designed employment pathways are supporting single parents into long-term, well-paid jobs. #InclusiveEmployment #Webinar 📅 21 May 2026 | 10am–11am 🎟️ Book your place today bit.ly/3PBehpJ

After a successful run of shows, House of Hormones returns for a free extended version of their talk online to mark Mental Health Awareness Week! Join Menopause Workplace Support, @parentingscotland.bsky.social and us, Thu 14 May, 5:30pm. 👉 Book your place here: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h...

House of Hormones

A webinar for anyone who wishes to learn more about what happens when perimenopause and puberty clash in households and how to restore peace

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Have you heard the term ‘UNCRC’ and wonder what it all means for your children and your family? Join us alongside @together-sacr.bsky.social on Wed 3 June where we will help demystify children’s rights and build your confidence in talking about them Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-parents-...

Calling all parents and carers, join us for another House of Hormones session to explore what happens to our bodies when we go through puberty and perimenopause, how this can affect households, and how to help restore peace. Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h... @sccrcentre.bsky.social

New report: Phase 3 Evaluation of Open Kindergarten, funded by the Scottish Government's Whole Family Wellbeing Fund. Read the report here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1757/o... @childreninscotland.bsky.social Midlothian Sure Start The Open University

Calling all parents and carers, join us for another House of Hormones session to explore what happens to our bodies when we go through puberty and perimenopause, how this can affect households, and how to help restore peace. Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h... @sccrcentre.bsky.social

Today is a good day for children! 450,000 will be lifted out of poverty thanks to the end of the two-child limit. We're celebrating this along with 17 other orgs with an advert in The Times. The advert has been funded by hundreds of small donations from people supporting @38degrees.bsky.social.

We are delighted to launch our new strategic plan for 2026-31! The plan sets out our direction of travel over the next five years, including new organisational values, and an updated vision. View the strategic plan here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1754/p...

⚠️ We have joined a group of over 30 organisations in warning against Home Office proposals that include using force against children - even placing them in handcuffs. Read more: scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/asylum-refug...

Organisations warn against proposals to use force against children  - Scottish Refugee Council

Along with more than 30 organisations, we have released a joint statement condemning proposals that could...

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Back by popular demand! Join us, SCCR and Workplace Menopause Support for Mental Health Awareness Week to explore what happens to our bodies when we go through puberty and perimenopause, how this can affect households, and how to help restore peace. Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h...