In-service day
The Scottish and Northern Ireland name for a staff training day when pupils do not attend.
- Used in
- Scotland, Northern Ireland
- Topic
- Professional development
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Related terms
- INSET (In-service education and training) England Wales Northern Ireland
- Training days for school staff when pupils do not attend; maintained schools in England have five a year as part of the 195-day teacher year.
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