A record number of North Ayrshire school pupils achieved National 5 and Higher qualifications this year.
Final exam results were sent to more than 3300 senior pupils in the region last week.
And North Ayrshire Council say early analysis shows 'continued success at a range of levels.'
A highest ever 82 per cent of S4 pupils achieved at least one National 5 qualification in North Ayrshire this year, with over 40 per cent achieving at least five National 5 qualifications.
A total of 3716 Highers were achieved (at grades A-C) in local schools — surpassing previous achievements at this level — with more than a quarter of all S5 pupils in North Ayrshire earning at least four Highers this year.
In addition, a record 432 Advanced Highers were awarded (at grades A-C) to S6 learners.
As a result of the disruption caused by Covid, exams were cancelled for a second year running and an alternative certification model was developed in order to decide all National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher results.
This year’s results were based on demonstrated attainment and were determined through teacher judgement of assessment evidence, supported by a robust process of moderation, both within schools and externally.
Andrew McClelland, head of service for education at North Ayrshire Council, said: “It has been another challenging year and a massive thanks must go to all our teachers and staff for their efforts during these testing times.
“I extend a huge congratulations to all our pupils who received their results officially today, having been informed of their provisional results by their school before the end of term.
"On behalf of the whole staff team in the education service, I would like to recognise the significant effort applied by our young people, supported by their families, which has led to the achievement of success in the face of extraordinary challenges this year.
“As always, we recognise that a small number of pupils will be disappointed with their results but we want to make sure that every pupil in North Ayrshire is supported and teachers and staff will be there to help them navigate the appeals process.
“There is also a range of helplines and other support that pupils and families can access to guide them as they consider their next steps.”
Young people can call Skills Development Scotland’s (SDS) Results Helpline for dedicated results support from 8am on Tuesday, August 10.
The free helpline offers advice, information and guidance for young people and their parents and carers and the number to call is 0808 100 8000.
The SDS Helpline advisers will also be available on social media, by direct message to My World of Work on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/myworldofwork/ or Instagram at https://instagram.com/mywowscotland
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