This is the list of documents available for the submission Motion by Councillor Jill Pidgeon:- "Council notes with deep concern the recent data indicating a decline in Scotland's school pass rates, in addition to a widening attainment gap. Council acknowledges that the overall pass rate has fallen across Scotland, with the higher attainment (A-C) dropping from 77.1% in 2023, to 74.9% in 2024. Alarmingly, council also notes the gap between pupils from the most affluent and most deprived areas has increased, now standing at 17.2%, up from 16% last year and higher than the 16.9% recorded in 2019. This trend highlights the significant disparity in our education system that must be urgently addressed. Council recalls that former First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, named education as her defining mission, famously stating "judge me on education." Despite these promises, council acknowledges the results nationally, which indicate that the education system in Scotland is failing to meet the needs of its pupils, especially those from the most disadvantaged backgrounds. Council recognises that, while Glasgow has performed well against the national average, the city's schools are not immune to the broader challenges facing our educational system. For instance, council recalls the recent cuts to education by this City Administration. These cuts threaten to undermine the progress made in Glasgow and could lead to Glasgow's performance following the national trend of decline - we must not allow this to happen. Council commends the efforts of teachers and education departments in Glasgow, who, despite severe constraints, continue to strive for our children's success. However, Council acknowledges that more must be done to protect and improve the future of our children, ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to succeed. Council resolves to: - Call on the Scottish Government to review and address the factors attributed to the falling pass rate and widening attainment gap. - Advocate for increased investment in education in Glasgow, to ensure that our schools have the resources needed to deliver high-quality education. - Support our teachers and educational professionals by providing them with the appropriate tools, resources, and support to ensure the continued success of Glaswegians. - Monitor and report on the impact of recent cuts to education in Glasgow, with the aspiration of reducing any negative trends in school performance. - Reaffirm our commitment to making education a top priority for this council.".

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