//www.sqa.org.uk SQA Categorised News RSS Feed en //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114548.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114548.html Fri, 1 May 2026 10:55:00 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113307.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113307.html SQA Interim Chief Executive John Booth met with Competence Matters Ltd - a Cumbernauld-based training provider in the construction industry - to get an insight into the issues and opportunities facing the sector. Fri, 1 May 2026 10:41:26 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115907.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115907.html The College Development Network (CDN) College Awards took place on Thursday 4 December, recognising the talent, skills and achievements of colleges, their staff and their learners. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:19:55 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/116527.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/116527.html Scottish Government announces the chair and members of the Qualifications Scotland Board. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:29:08 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115927.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115927.html SQA has announced small changes to the 2026 exam timetable. Tue, 9 Dec 2025 15:02:27 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112410.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112410.html SQA, the Scottish Government and the Scottish Association of Teachers of History (SATH) met today to discuss the results of a survey of history teachers. Mon, 8 Dec 2025 15:10:13 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115750.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115750.html Scotland's new qualifications body starts work on 2 December with a promise to put learners and educators at the heart of decision-making. Tue, 2 Dec 2025 15:58:41 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115607.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115607.html Data published today (11/11/25) shows significant growth in the number of learners requesting Assessment Arrangements for National Qualifications. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:03:06 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115567.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115567.html SQA publishes research into the experiences of National Qualifications markers. Fri, 7 Nov 2025 11:53:59 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115507.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115507.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is celebrating the centenary of Higher National Qualifications. Tue, 4 Nov 2025 10:24:31 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114587.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114587.html At Baldragon Academy in Dundee, the National Progression Award (NPA) in Beekeeping at SCQF Level 5 is providing pupils with practical experience, scientific knowledge, and transferable life skills. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:40:17 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115447.html SQA has published new research revealing nuanced attitudes that challenge assumptions about young people's relationship with AI technology.. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:56:48 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115187.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115187.html SQA hosted the Scottish Training Federation's annual conference at its offices in Glasgow. Wed, 8 Oct 2025 10:10:43 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114987.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114987.html SQA Advanced qualifications are now benchmarked against Indian National Skills Qualification Framework. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:47:50 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114947.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114947.html From today (Thursday 11 September), SQA will start publishing its 2025 National Qualifications course reports. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:33:26 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114747.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114747.html Pupils at Dunbar Grammar School are learning to steam milk, serve customers, and manage a coffee shop — all as part of a hands-on qualification that’s preparing them for life beyond the classroom. Thu, 4 Sep 2025 15:34:36 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114788.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114788.html SQA has published its Corporate Parenting Report 2022–25, showing how we have supported care experienced people over the past three years. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:37:56 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114787.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114787.html Are you interested in the values that'll shape our new national qualifications body, Qualifications Scotland? Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:07:57 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114770.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114770.html SQA Chief Executive, Nick Page, welcomed teachers and lecturers to the new session, and reaffirmed SQA's commitment to working with the education and skills community to support Scotland's learners. Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:30:00 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114727.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114727.html More than sixty teachers and students visited SQA’s offices in Glasgow with a view to strengthening international collaboration and foster cultural exchange and celebrate the success of a partnership that has now been running for over 20 years. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:15:37 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114708.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114708.html Two former Foundation Apprentices from Dumfries have said that the skills they developed and experiences they have gained as part of their course have put them on the path to success. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:35:08 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114667.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114667.html Pupils at Castlemilk High School are developing practical, hands-on experience in horticulture, landscaping and food production. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:20:26 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114607.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114607.html Young people receiving qualification results this summer are being encouraged to consider apprenticeships as a valuable alternative to university, offering hands-on experience, formal qualifications and a wage from day one. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:16 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114509.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114509.html Around 147,000 learners across Scotland will receive their results today - and their hard work has made 2025 a ‘landmark year’ of achievement and success for them. Tue, 5 Aug 2025 10:04:00 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114447.html Find out more about the support and guidance available to young people across Scotland awaiting their SQA results on Tuesday 5 August. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:43:12 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114427.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114427.html Recruitment of Board members for Qualifications Scotland. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:58:04 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114327.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114327.html New SQA Chief Executive Nick Page today (7 July) launched his leadership by announcing key actions for the next 100 days to fast-track change for learners and educators across Scotland. Mon, 7 Jul 2025 12:03:25 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114227.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114227.html CEO brings ‘classroom to boardroom’ experience and track record of transformation and delivery Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:29:02 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114111.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114111.html SQA's offers its warmest congratulations to our former Director of Qualifications Development, Dr. Gill Stewart, who has been named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the King's Birthday Honours list..  Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:02:29 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114047.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114047.html SQA has published guidance on acceptable use of GenAI tools in assessments for the 2025-26 session.  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:40:06 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113288.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113288.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has published its first Consumer Duty Report detailing its work to put learners, schools, colleges and customers at the heart of its decision-making. Thu, 3 Apr 2025 12:06:18 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113107.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113107.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has announced that it is removing exams from three of its National Qualifications ahead of session 2025-26. Thu, 3 Apr 2025 11:06:07 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113087.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113087.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has appointed experienced headteacher Sarah Brown as Senior Advisor. Tue, 18 Mar 2025 14:49:00 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112987.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112987.html Tue, 4 Mar 2025 10:58:31 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112933.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112933.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) today announced a new interim leadership structure. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:23:36 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112867.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112867.html Scotland’s Chief Examiner and Chief Executive of SQA is moving on from her current role to pursue new opportunities. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:32:02 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112807.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112807.html SQA publishes the latest phase of its research on teachers' views of GenAI in education. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:30:14 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112667.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112667.html SQA confirms changes to the language used in its documentation to promote anti-racism through education.  Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:36:42 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112335.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112335.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has published its new list of Scottish set texts for National 5 and Higher English courses for implementation from session 2025-26. This follows an extensive consultation that heard the views of teachers, learners, and literary experts from across the country. Mon, 6 Jan 2025 11:54:20 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112447.html SQA confirm more Higher History support and resources will be made available for teachers in 2025.  Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:27:11 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112428.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112428.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) today published findings from one of its largest surveys of teachers, learners, parents and carers across Scotland. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:30:44 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112327.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112327.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is today launching a ‘Your Voice’ campaign, calling on Scotland’s learners, teachers, lecturers, parents, and carers to sign up to new partnership panels. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:29:27 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112288.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112288.html An ambitious blueprint for Scotland's new qualifications body is published today, marking the start of a year-long transition from SQA to Qualifications Scotland. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:56:29 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112172.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112172.html Review of Higher History has concluded that the marking standard in 2024 did not change  Wed, 6 Nov 2024 14:29:14 +0000