Curriculum for Excellence is about helping all young people in Scotland to take their place in a modern society and economy.
It provides a framework that will enable children and young people to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens, and effective contributors.

Find out about our qualifications which meet the values and principles of Curriculum for Excellence.
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Find out about our development model, engagement model and implementation timelines.
Qualifications Development
The Overview of Qualifications publications outline the list of subjects that fall within each curriculum area and the suites of courses that will be developed.
Overview of qualifications reports
Progress reports summarise the findings and conclusions of SQA’s research and engagement, and provide advice and guidance for the development of qualifications in the curriculum areas. The reports also highlight the key issues affecting qualifications.
New Qualifications Progress ReportsTo view the latest information about Curriculum for Excellence qualifications, select a curriculum area or subject from the lists below. Note that the options in both lists will take you to the Overview of Qualifications for that curriculum area or subject.
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SQA is one of the four partner national organisations involved in Curriculum for Excellence. We work with partners on all strands of the development. Our principal role is to contribute to work on qualifications and assessment.