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The key stage 1 Sats tests are no longer statutory – so why would schools want to take them? And how do they get hold of them? We have all the information you need in this guide

Without insights into markers’ decisions to reward or penalise aspects of a student exam paper it’s hard to know whether to challenge a mark or not

Stubborn gaps in attainment in the phonics screening check results according to region, the level of SEN support and disadvantage highlight why Labour must focus on early years, say union leaders

Concerns over the quality of marking were particularly pronounced for English teachers, according to a survey

Initially, the SQA said the review would conclude the week beginning 23 September – but the ‘substantial’ piece of work is yet to appear as schools’ October holidays approach

Students spending more time in school leads to a small improvement in GCSE outcomes, says Education Policy Institute report

But the education secretary continues to face questions about how change is possible if SQA leaders join Qualifications Scotland

Primary schools are using more exam-conditions tests – even though Scotland has its own national assessments – because they generate ‘a robust calculation of a child’s attainment’

Watchdog’s report raises concerns that some schools fail to ensure that key stage 1 pupils acquire the knowledge they need. Here are 7 of its key findings

A member of the Oracy Education Commission explains why it is calling for speaking, listening and communication to become integral in every subject in the curriculum

Major study into impact of lockdowns also finds the disadvantage gap has not narrowed among Year 5 pupils in reading or maths

Each year, the Scottish Qualifications Authority produces course reports for individual subjects. In this ongoing series, we take one subject at a time and look at some key advice from 2024