"Congratulations to everyone receiving their SQA results today! This is a day to be proud of all your hard work. Well done if you have achieved the results that you were hoping for which will enable you to move to your planned next step whether that is employment or further study.

“If you didn’t receive the results you were hoping for then it’s important to remember that there is no wrong path to unlocking future success. Many people in interesting job roles across Scotland have not taken an obvious or traditional path to get there. Whether your results are what you expected or not, lots of support is available to help you plan your next steps.Call the SDS Results Helpline on 0808 100 8000.”

Gillian Hamilton, Chief Executive, Education Scotland