Initial analysis indicates the percentage of Stirling's learners achieving five awards at National 5 level by the end of S5 has increased this year. The percentage of learners achieving either one or five Highers by the end of S6 has also improved.
In addition to the SQA awards, young people have also enjoyed success in a wide range of vocational courses being delivered at both school and college.
As Stirling celebrates its 900th anniversary, pupils at Stirling High School – which can also trace its roots back to the 12th century – were among hundreds of young people across the local area to receive their results on Tuesday morning.
Cllr Margaret Brisley, Convener of the Children and Young People Committee, said: “These results highlight the positive learning environment across all our secondary schools in the Stirling area.
“They are a testament to the hard work and commitment of our amazing young people – and the support, dedication and professionalism of our fantastic teachers, school staff, parents and carers.
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“A new range of positive pathways will now open up for many of our young people in employment, further education or training.
“However, we also understand that some pupils may not have achieved the results they had hoped for and might be feeling worried or anxious at this time.
“Our message to them is that we’re here for you and a wide range of supports are available, from advice on next steps to accessing a talk with someone about how you are feeling. Trained staff are here to listen and offer every guidance possible.”
Both Skills Development Scotland and SQA can be contacted for advice and support once young people receive their results.
Skills Development Scotland has a Results Helpline available to young people – 0808 100 8000
This helpline goes live at 8am on results day, Tuesday 6 August, and will be open until Friday 9 August 2024. Young people can talk to SDS's expert careers advisers about course vacancies at UK colleges and universities, confirmation and clearing, as well as advice about Foundation, Modern, and Graduate Apprenticeships, jobs, volunteering, or staying on at school.
The Helpline opening hours are:
- Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 August - 8am-8pm
- Thursday 8 and Friday 9 August - 9am-5pm
There is also support and advice available on the My World of Work website: www.myworldofwork.co.uk
SQA Candidate Advice Line (CAL)-0345 279 1000
The SQA Candidate Advice Line also opens on results day and provides support and information relating to Scottish Qualifications Certificates.
The Helpline opening hours are:
- Tuesday: 8am-6pm
- Wednesday - Friday: 8.30am-5pm
The SQA also have a dedicated information section on their website. This provides information on Appeals and offers a range of resources to support those receiving their results. More information is available at: Your Results - Support and guidance - SQA
* A breakdown of the SQA Attainment Statistics (August 2024) includes details of the National Qualification results by Education Authority.