Initial analysis indicates that the percentage of pupils achieving five awards or more at National 5 level by the end of S4 has increased this year.
The percentage of pupils securing one, three or five Highers by the end of S5 has also improved, as well as those in S6 achieving three or five Highers.
In addition to the SQA awards, young people have also celebrated success in a wide range of vocational courses being delivered both at school and at college.
Very proud
Convener of Stirling Council’s Social Work and Education Committee, Cllr Danny Gibson said: “This is a very impressive set of results for our young people and recognition of their hard work and commitment – you should all be very proud of your achievements.
“It’s also important to acknowledge the dedication and support of our amazing teachers, school staff and parents and carers in our school communities.
“These results and qualifications will open the door to exciting opportunities for our young people, whether that’s further education, training or the world of work. We can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next.”
Senior pupils at Bannockburn High were among the hundreds across Stirling to receive their results on Tuesday morning, with the school recording a significant improvement in number of young people achieving five or more Highers in S5.
Hard work, resilience and determination
Head Teacher Karen Hook said: We are incredibly proud of our all of our students’ achievements this year – their hard work, resilience, and determination have truly paid off. These results reflect not only their commitment but also the dedication of our entire school community.”
Both Skills Development Scotland and SQA can be contacted for advice and support once young people receive their results.
Support is available
Cllr Gibson said: “While this will be a day of celebration for some of our young people, others may not have achieved the results they had hoped for and may be feeling disappointed or anxious.
“Please remember that exams results are just one small part of your journey, and support is available to help you take the next steps with confidence, regardless of what path you are considering.”
Skills Development Scotland has a Results Helpline available to young people: SDS Results Helpline – 0808 100 8000
This helpline goes live at 8am on results day, (Tuesday 5 August), and will be open until Friday 8 August.
You can talk to SDS's expert careers advisers about course vacancies at UK colleges and universities, confirmation and clearing, advice about foundation, modern, and graduate apprenticeships, jobs, volunteering, or staying on at school.
The Helpline opening hours are:
- Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 August – 8am to 8pm
- Thursday 7 and Friday 8 August – 9am to 5pm.
The SQA Candidate Advice Line also opens on results day and provides support and information relating to Scottish Qualifications Certificates: SQA Candidate Advice Line (CAL) - 0345 279 1000.
The Helpline opening hours are:
- Tuesday 5 August – 8am to 6pm
- Wednesday 6 August to Friday 8 August – 8.30am to 5pm.
The SQA also have a dedicated information section on their website which provides information on appeals and offers a range of resources to support those receiving their results. Please visit: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/78173.html
Due to the impacts of Storm Floris, Royal Mail has confirmed that there will be delays to the delivery of SQA results in several parts of Scotland. For more information, please visit: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114508.html
