The 3-18 curriculum is a forward looking, coherent curriculum that provides Scotland's children and young people with the knowledge, skills and attributes needed for life in the 21st century.
The development process has involved unparalleled engagement with teachers and practitioners.
It has built upon the existing good practice across all sectors of Scottish education and takes account of research and international comparisons. It recognises the professionalism of teachers and the importance of this in exercising the freedom and responsibility associated with broader guidance.
The curriculum is being implemented by three partner organisations: Education Scotland, the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and the Scottish Government.
The curriculum phase of the Curriculum for Excellence Programme has now been implemented. The Programme will continue until 2016 when the implementation of the new qualifications, which are being developed by SQA, is completed.
The case for change
Why did Scotland need to reform its curriculum?
Process of change
A summary of the process for Curriculum for Excellence's development from 2002 onwards.
Key documents
A collection of the most important publications relating to Curriculum for Excellence, including the Building the Curriculum series.
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