Issue - meetings

Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Education

The Committee heard from Mr McKnight, Head Teacher of Tarbert Academy, who spoke to the school report which had been provided to Members.  The report included information on S3 ACEL attainment in literacy and numeracy; the pass rates of national qualifications; and data from Insight Scotland.  Information in relation to wider achievement qualifications; equity and attainment; and Pupil Equity Funding was also provided.

The Chair, on behalf of the Committee, wished Mr McKnight well in his retirement.

Decision:

The Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee thanked Mr McKnight for his informative presentation and noted the contents of the report and information provided. 

(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Education, dated 5 June 2024, submitted)