Nicola asked decision-makers to respond, and most have now written back. She tells children and young people in the video that positive actions are happening in some places, such as: 

• Children and young people being more involved in decisions at school. 

• More subject choices being offered, including online options. 

• Councils testing new ways to support learners, improve technology and increase specialist staff. 

• Practical changes in some schools to better support disabled pupils. 

But Nicola says these changes are not happening everywhere, and there is still a lot to do. 
Support varies depending on where a child lives, particularly for those with additional support needs, dyslexia, autism, care experience, or those who use British Sign Language. 

Nicola also says she was disappointed to see very little progress on the concerns children raised about homework pressure and unfair treatment. 

The Commissioner has met with the Cabinet Secretary for Education, who says work is happening — but the Scottish Government and other education leaders still need to do more to make sure every child gets the support they need. 

Because education is a priority issue, Nicola has promised children to: 

• Be persistent and keep pushing for change. 

• Bring education leaders and children together so leaders learn directly from young people. 

• Follow up where action has not yet happened. 

• Share progress and highlight where improvements are being made. 

Nicola thanked children and young people for sharing their views and says she will keep in touch as the work continues.