
Guidance on how and what children and young people learn from the early years to the end of S3 is presented through experiences and outcomes.

Assessment is a key strand of work in implementing Curriculum for Excellence.

These support materials, divided into curriculum areas, show how some schools are starting to implement Curriculum for Excellence.
They include examples of using innovative practice, interdisciplinary projects, CPD opportunities, videos and presentations in the following areas: literacy, literacy and Gàidhlig, numeracy, sciences, modern languages, social studies and technologies.
Building the Curriculum 5
Launch of the latest document providing guidance on the main areas of the assessment strategy for Curriculum for Excellence.
Letter from the Cabinet Secretary
Read a New Year letter from Michael Russell MSP.
S1-S6 Progression discussion paper
A paper discussing aims to create a coherent learning experience for young people as they progress through S1–S3 and into the senior phase.
Senior Phase discussion paper
A paper setting out the vision for delivering Curriculum for Excellence in the Senior Phase.
Towards a Professional Development strategy
A paper aimed at stimulating discussion about professional development for the new curriculum.
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What does the new curriculum look like and how do you get there? See examples of practice from some pioneers.