The Scottish Council of Independent Schools (SCIS) announced today that 63% of pupils studying maths have achieved a Higher grade A.

In Edinburgh there is a large number of children who attend independent schools. As at 2019 there are 11,230 independent school pupils out of a total of 58,300.

The data, collected from SCISā€™s 74 member schools, also shows strong results in languages with 82% of students achieved a Higher grade A in Mandarin. In other languages 88% of those studying German, 81% of those studying French and 70% studying Spanish also achieved an A.Ā Ā 

Pupils at Scotlandā€™s independent schools achieved A – C passes in 95% of National 5, 94% of Higher and 94% of Advanced Highers in all subjects.Ā Ā 

John Edward, Director of SCIS, said: ā€œCongratulations to all students receiving their SQA results today. I am thrilled to see Scotlandā€™s independent schools achieve such outstanding results despite the unprecedented challenges they faced during the pandemic.Ā 

ā€œIt is particularly encouraging to see so many pupils flourish in languages. Languages provide young people with enhanced communication and adaptability skills and a deeper cultural awareness, as well as opening up a world of job opportunities, which means that providing children with the opportunity to learn a new language from a younger age is paramount.ā€  

Other Higher results for students across Scotlandā€™s independent schools include: 

  • 56% achieved a grade A in English; 94% achieved an A-C pass 
  • 61% achieved a grade A in Maths; 91% achieved an A-C pass 
  • 55% achieved a grade A in Physics; 94% achieved an A-C pass 
  • 59% achieved a grade A in Chemistry; 94% achieved an A-C pass 
  • 59% achieved a grade A in Biology; 92% achieved an A-C pass 

Edward concluded: ā€œIndependent schools in Scotland have a track record of academic excellence and this is reflected once again in this yearā€™s results. Smaller pupil/teacher ratios and significant investment in teaching facilities attracts some of the best teachers from across Scotland and beyond and this is reflected in the pupilsā€™ outstanding exam performance.  

ā€œDespite challenging circumstances, Scotlandā€™s independent sector continues to demonstrate dedication, energy and expertise in providing choice, diversity and excellence for Scotlandā€™s young people.ā€   

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