The Latest Breaking News from SQA

Students receive A-level results as ministers aim to return to pre-Covid grading

This cohort could face greater disappointment as their inflated GCSE results could leave them with higher expectations, sector leaders say,

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Government urged to engage with employers over pandemic grading changes

Geoff Barton said the return to pre-pandemic grading in England will feel like a ‘bitter pill’ for many students receiving their A-level results.

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2023

What is expected from this year’s exam results?

This year’s national results in England will be lower than last year, but they are expected to be similar to 2019.

The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2023

When will I get my Higher and National exam results from the SQA in 2023?

SQA results day 2023 is fast approaching with students across Scotland eager to know the exact date for results, how to appeal, and what comes next.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2023

Dalbeattie High School students take part in "alternative timetable"

Pupils got involved with a range of projects aimed at developing skills and giving something back to the community

Daily Record · Jun 19, 2023

Exams get under way as nearly 130k pupils and students to be tested

SQA exams get under way today for tens of thousands of young people across Scotland who will sit National 5, Higher and Advanced Highers.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 24, 2023

John Swinney admits trying to resign twice but Nicola Sturgeon wouldn't let him

The Deputy First Minister said he offered to leave Government in 2016 and 2021, and also came 'incredibly close to resigning' over the 2020 exams fiasco.

Daily Record · Mar 24, 2023

'Sensitive approach' to grading announced for this year’s exams

THE Education Secretary has said that a “sensitive approach” to grading will be in place for this year’s exams...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 23, 2023

School exam dates changed to make way for King Charles' coronation

Schools across West Lothian will get an extra day's holiday on May 8 to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III

Daily Record · Mar 21, 2023

West Lothian schools get exams moved to make way for King's Coronation holiday

Schools across West Lothian will get an extra day's holiday on May 8 to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, and the council confirmed scheduled SQA exams on that day will now be moved.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 21, 2023