Vision statement three: Schools in Scotland must be ambitious for care experienced children and ensure they have all they need to thrive, recognising that they may experience difficulties associated with their life story.
The average attainment of care experienced learners increases.
Percentage of school leavers who experienced care during their last year at school achieving at least 1 SCQF level 6 qualification (or better).
| Year | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 11.7% |
| 2022/23 | 15.8% |
| 2021/22 | 15.9% |
| 2020/21 | 14.9% |
| 2019/20 | 14.2% |
| 2018/19 | 10.6% |
Notes
Reporting period: 1 August 2023 - 31 July 2024
Last updated: August 2025
Next Update due: August 2026
Expanded Content
At SCQF level 6 or better, 11.7% of leavers "looked after" in the last year achieved at least one qualification, compared to 57.4% of all school leavers. This is a decrease from 15.8% the previous year.The percentage increased from 10.6% in 2018/19 to a peak in 2021/22, before falling in 2023/24. While slightly above the baseline levels, recent figures show a decline, consistent with the decline in levels seen among all school leavers.