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Enlightening the next generation

Nestled just off Edinburgh's Royal Mile is Panmure House. It is the final home of Scottish Enlightenment philosopher Adam Smith – known the world over as the father of economics.

The Smith Schools' Series has been developed in his image, while catering to the needs and context of 21st century pupils. The programme invites learners and their teachers to embark on an historical Enlightenment journey, expanding their critical thinking skills and their understanding of global issues, all while improving their ability to debate and discuss ideas.

Thanks to support from Baillie Gifford, Smith Schools' has produced primary school resources to support teachers which are free to access and utilise in your classroom.

Register to access the Smith Schools' Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

The Smith Schools' Series is a programme for P5-P7 learners which develops critical thinking, speaking and listening skills against the backdrop of the Scottish Enlightenment. Delivered via our resources in your school the Smith Schools' Series equips young people with the tools and knowledge to become the next generation's changemakers and innovators.

Panmure House believes fully in the power of education. Whilst all learners benefit from speaking and listening skills, it is particularly pertinent to support young people from less advantaged backgrounds and those experiencing intersecting inequalities in accessing these opportunities.

The Smith Schools' Series sits at the Scottish Curriculum's Second level, supporting P5-P7 learners.

The Smith Schools' Series lessons and resources link to the Second Level Curriculum for Excellence Experiences & Outcomes and in the areas of:

  • Social studies
  • Numeracy & mathematics
  • Literacy & English
  • Health & wellbeing

All our lessons are aligned with one or more of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. We indicate these on the lesson plans and lesson materials.

There are three subject areas the resources cover:

  • Debate & Discuss
  • Trade
  • The Scottish Enlightenment

The resources include downloadable lesson plans, PowerPoints and lesson handouts as well as additional or 'add on' activities that can be slotted into existing lessons.

Once we have received your registration a member of the team will be in touch to give you access to a drive where you can download the resources for use in your classroom.

Unfortunately, due to the use of the building for events and research we are unable to offer school visits to the House.