Exam Results Show Improvement but Are Still Worse than Pre-Pandemic

Exam results show improvement but are still worse than pre-pandemic

Although things have improved since last year, looking further back changes the picture

Highland Pupils Celebrate SQA Results With Improved Pass Rates

Young people across the Highlands are opening their SQA envelopes today and discovering the results of a year’s hard work. Early data shows a picture of improvement and resilience, with gains seen at both National 5 and Higher levels across the region. This year’s A–C pass rate for National 5 stands at 76.4%, compared with 75.6% last year. Higher passes are also up, rising to 74.2% a 2.8% increase on 2024. More pupils are now achieving five Nati…

SQA exam results day for young people across Highland 2025

Today we celebrate the success and achievements of all our young people as they receive their SQA results. These results are an initial snapshot of attainment and achievement for the 2024/25 session.