FOI23/24 080 Retaking Nat 5 Subjects

Date published: 15/11/2023

Please, I want to know under freedom of information

1. Can a student retake N5 Physics during Higher (S5)?

2. What are the guidelines from SQA to schools for offering N5 subjects in Higher if a student wishes to reappear N5 subjects in Higher (S5)?

3. Can the school refuse to offer N5 subjects in higher (S5) if the student gets a D grade?

4. The school has cited lack of staff as the reason for not teaching N5 Physics in higher, will this be a valid reason for the student's future?

5. If a student does not get a place in N5 Physics in school due to staff shortage, can my son self study and appear for the N5 exam 2023-24 in higher (S5)?

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It is considered that the relevant school or education authority would be better to respond to your requests.