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The lasting effects of the pandemic meant this year’s exam students were still not where markers would expect them to be – so grade boundaries were adjusted, explains SQA director

GCSE and A-level entries for languages subjects have been falling – so we must do more to sell them to students, says British Council CEO Scott McDonald

Schools and universities need to force change in A-level qualifications to ensure students can be more fairly judged on their skills

Expecting schools to solve huge issues like poverty and social mobility ignores the reality outside the classroom – and provides a convenient scapegoat for politicians, says Alasdair Macdonald

A new report revealing a worrying rise in girls being exploited by criminal gangs highlights how schools – with adequate funding and external support – can play a key role in saving pupils from danger, explains Anne Longfield

Results for Scottish qualifications and courses will be published next month, so what can we expect?

GCSE and A-levels results days are nearly upon us. We outline the key trends to look for in your data

Physics will be essential to humanity’s survival so it has huge potential for growth in schools, believes Stuart Farmer

Having a part-time job can help students become well-rounded citizens, says Peter Bain, but schools must be aware of the pressure to work long hours

Better careers education can ensure young children know caregiving jobs are for men and women, says Robin Walker, chair of the Commons Education Select Committee

The long-awaited Hayward report on assessment and qualifications in Scotland was published today over 156 pages – here are 7 takeaways for teachers and school leaders

The ongoing decline in arts entries at GCSE and A level must be taken seriously – and lead to action in schools to make these subjects more appealing, says this trust director