Created on: 22 Jan 2026
In 1847, the EIS was founded to advance the working conditions of teachers and to promote sound learning for students.
In 2026, 179 years later, as we approach a Scottish Parliamentary Election, the EIS continues to Stand Up for Quality Education.
The EIS is committed to protecting and advancing quality education in the firm knowledge of its criticality to democracy, social cohesion and peace. We encourage all voters and political parties to join us in the protection and advancement of quality education in Scotland.
This manifesto sets out EIS policies debated and agreed by our members. It is designed to inform members of our policies to assist them in deciding which party or parties to vote for.
This manifesto is also shared with political parties to influence their manifestos and inform the discussions that parliamentary candidates have with EIS members and others during the campaign.
The EIS is not affiliated with any political party and does not support or endorse any political party.
