Starting in the 2025-26 school year, Scotland will eliminate written exams for some practical subjects, as announced in the Scottish government’s new program. Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth has emphasized reducing exams for practical subjects, which previously saw written exams introduced in 2016. This change, criticized by teachers for penalizing students who excel in hands-on skills but struggle with written tests, follows controversies over the impact of written exams on practical subjects like woodwork and metalwork.
Exams to be Removed from Some Practical Subjects in Next School Year
Updated on September 6, 2024