School pupils recorded another strong year of exam results as results came in across Argyll and Bute this morning.

Figures provided by Argyll and Bute Council show that young people results are higher than the national average in both National 5 and Advanced Higher for A-D.

The results also show a 100 per cent pass rate in National 4 across schools in the region (15.5 per cent higher than the national average), building on previous success.

The overall pass rates are 89 per cent at Higher and National 5 and 90 per cent at Advanced Higher level this year.

These figures show a national dip in results compared to last year, and Argyll and Bute’s results reflect this locally while presenting a picture more in line with 2019 performance. 

Councillor Audrey Forrest, policy lead for education, said: “Congratulations to everyone in Argyll and Bute who received their exam results today.

"I know how hard you have worked over the last year. You should be very proud of yourselves, and have done exceptionally well to achieve what you have.

“I also know there will be young people out there who are disappointed with their results, but please rest assured that there is no wrong path.

"The exam results are just one part of the journey to your chosen career. There are many different options for positive post-school destinations, including apprenticeships and a range of qualifications in school, college, and university. Please do not feel disheartened.

“If you are unsure about your next step, or you would like to talk to someone about your results, please get in touch with your school.”

This year’s results are the first since 2019 marked without alternative assessment arrangements and altered marking thresholds, as introduced during the pandemic.

Young people are increasingly studying a diverse range of courses that are assessed in different ways, many of these are internally assessed and do not complete an examination or receive an overall grade.