It's Results Day (Tuesday 8 August) and across East Dunbartonshire, pupils have been finding out how they have fared in National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher exams.
Early analysis indicates that overall, results in East Dunbartonshire remain strong as pupils from our eight secondary schools1 returned to formal exams for the second consecutive year since the disruption of the pandemic.
A significant number have passed with flying colours, achieving A, B and C grades. For National 5s it was 84%, for Highers it was 83.1% and for Advanced Higher the figure was 79.2%.
I would like to congratulate pupils on what they have achieved. These results reflect the hard work and focus of young people in our schools and recognise their efforts throughout the year. I would also like to thank school staff who have worked tirelessly and provided resolute support to pupils
Councillor Williamson continued, “Results in East Dunbartonshire have continued to be strong despite the challenges our young people, families and schools have faced over the last three years due to the impact of the pandemic. Once again, our results remain positive compared to the national trend."
Initial results for 2023 from raw data are as follows:
SQA Results – East Dunbartonshire Council
S6 pupils
1+ Level 7 Advanced Higher level
2023 - 34.7%
2022 - 38.6%
3+ Level 6 Higher level and above
2023 - 29.8%
2022 - 32.6%
S5 pupils
1+ Level 6 Higher level and above
2023 - 77.8%
2022 - 79.2%
3+ Level 6 Higher level and above
2023 - 62.3%
2022- 61.3%
5+ Level 6 Higher level and above
2023 - 40.2%
2022 - 38.2%
S4 pupils
5+ Level 5 National 5 level
2023 - 66.8%
2022 - 68.1%
(Percentages of S4 roll achieving)
Pass rates in East Dunbartonshire at all grades:
Year
2023
Course Level
National 5
Higher
Advanced Higher
Presentations
9097
6653
1046
Pass Rate % (A to C)
84.0%
83.1%
79.2%
A%
50.9%
41.3%
36.3%
B%
20.3%
24.8%
22.8%
C%
12.8%
17.0%
20.0%
D%
7.2%
9.8%
12.2%
This table shows the national average pass rates:
| Year | Course Level | Pass Rate % (A to C) | A % |
|---|---|---|---|
|
2023 |
National 5 |
78.8% |
38.6% |
|
2023 |
Higher |
77.1% |
32.8% |
|
2023 |
Advanced Higher |
79.8% |
33% |
The appeals process for 2023 is different from last year and involves a marking review of SQA marked assessments.2 Pupils concerned about their grades can submit an appeal to the SQA2.
Across Scotland, further in-depth analysis of the results data will be undertaken following the release of Insight data which will take account of the outcome of appeals at school level.
Councillor Williamson outlined the support available to anyone who needs it. She said, "If your results are not what you were expecting or what you were hoping for, please speak to your teachers - they can help. There is a lot of support available and it is vital that you seek it out as there are many routes to your chosen career and to help you achieve your goals."
The Skills Development Scotland My World of Work Helpline 0808 100 8000 is open from 8am-8pm today and tomorrow then from 9am-5pm on Thursday and Friday for pupils who wish to speak to qualified careers advisers.
