6 days ago
Wait over for pupils in West Lothian as exam results are received and continue to improve
Support and guidance is available for anyone who requires help
The anxious wait for high school pupils in West Lothian was over as they received their exam results on Tuesday.
Pupils have had the opportunity to undertake a wide range of courses either in their own schools or in conjunction with partners through the West Lothian Campus and at West Lothian College.
Young people across the local authority area were rewarded for their hard work as Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) National Qualifications and Awards results were received on August 5.
Early indications show that the results from senior pupils attending West Lothian's 11 secondary schools have continued to improve across a number of key indicators on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
Pupils in S5 achieving one or more Level 6 qualification, which includes Highers, increased across West Lothian.
Both the number of S5 and S6 pupils achieving five or more Level 6 qualifications, such as Highers, also saw rises this year.
As well as National Qualifications, pupils have achieved National Progression Awards, HNCs, Skills for Work courses and Foundation Apprenticeships among others.
Executive councillor for education, Andrew McGuire said: 'Well done to all of our young people who have received their exam results. Their hard work and commitment to their learning has led to these achievements.
'West Lothian has shown continual improvement in our exam results which is testament to the support that our pupils receive from our schools.
'I would like to thank all education staff for their great work in supporting our young people this year.'
West Lothian Council Head of Secondary Education Siobhan McGarty added: 'Once our young people have their results, they may need some advice and support about their next steps with their curriculum and career pathways. Support is available to them through their schools and through organisations such as Skills Development Scotland/ Careers Advisors who are all available to help.'
For anyone seeking support and guidance after receiving their results:
Talk to your school: School staff will be available after the exam results are released to offer advice and help, particularly for pupils who intend to continue in school education.
Skills Development Scotland: For careers advice contact the special free helpline on 0808 100 8000, which is open 9am to 5pm weekdays. You can also visit: My World of Work
SQA: For information regarding appeals and more, visit: SQA Website
West Lothian College: For information about courses visit: West Lothian College website, contact the admissions Office: 01506 427605 or email: enquiries@
Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS): If you are undecided about your future there is a wealth of advice and information and options available on UCAS website
Listen & Link: We all respond differently to important life events, like waiting for and receiving results. At times we may feel relaxed and calm, whilst at others we may feel worried. If you are feeling worried or have not had the results you hoped for please know you can reach out to Listen & Link and speak to one of the team on 01506 283160
