Education and Children's Services
Department Information
Joan Mackinnon, Director
The Education and Children’s Services Department provision is delivered in a variety of establishments across the islands including pre-schools, schools, community settings and through the voluntary sector.
The Department’s vision statement is A’ Coileanadh Sàr-Mhaitheas Còmhla – Achieving Excellence Together.
We strive to achieve this by providing:
- A first class service;
- An inclusive quality culture;
- Access and opportunity for all learners;
- A desire for continuous improvement;
- Principles of Best Value; and
- An appreciation of the values and uniqueness of the physical and cultural environment of the Western Isles
The Education and Children’s Services Department comprises the following business units:
- Children’s Services
- Education
- Resources