Pupils’ hard work celebrated on exam results day
AROUND 600 secondary pupils in Shetland are receiving their exam results from Qualifications Scotland.
Shetland Islands Council said the A-C pass rate at national 5 in Shetland is 79.8 per cent, compared to a national average of 79.2 per cent.
For highers that figure is 76.9 per cent, with the national average coming in at 76.7 per cent.
The figure for advanced highers is 77.1 per cent, compared to a national average of 77.6 per cent.
The publication of exam results data does not include the qualifications gained through Skills for Work courses in S4 and Foundation Apprenticeships and Academy courses in S5 and S6.
This year, 102 Skills for Work awards and 144 foundation apprenticeships and academy course awards have been achieved across subjects including engineering skills, hospitality, hairdressing, energy, maritime skills and early Learning and childcare.
Pass rate information for non-graded qualifications (National 2, 3 and 4) has not yet been made available.
Schools in Shetland will be open today for pupils to discuss their exam results with staff.
Advice for pupils is also available on the Skills Development Scotland website or through their results helpline 0808 100 8000.
Pupils may appeal if they are concerned about a National 5, Higher or Advanced Higher grade and feel there may have been a mistake in the marking.
Pupils can appeal directly to the Qualifications Scotland appeals service from today or can ask their school to do this for them.
Appeals can be prioritised if the pupil has a conditional place at university or college or in training or employment that depends on their grade.
The Qualifications Scotland website has more details of support options, and the appeals process.
Chair of the SIC’s education and families committee Davie Sandison said: “Today we celebrate the achievements of young people across Shetland who have worked diligently to achieve their national and vocational qualifications.
“I would like to congratulate all students on their success and thank the teachers and support staff whose dedication has helped them reach this milestone.
“It is particularly encouraging to see more students undertaking skills-based partnership courses alongside their national qualifications.
“This reflects the expanding range of learning pathways available in Shetland and our commitment to providing opportunities that meet the diverse interests and aspirations of young people.”
More details of foundation apprenticeships, academy courses and Skills for Work can be found here.
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