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Moving to Scotland

Everything families need to know about the Scottish system

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English to Scottish Education: Year-by-Year Equivalents

Moving from England to Scotland? Here's the exact year-by-year mapping: Year 7 = S1, Year 11 = S4, GCSEs to Nationals, A-Levels to Advanced Highers. Plus the age and curriculum catches nobody mentions.

Updated 14 April 2026

Moving to Scotland

Moving to Scotland with School-Age Children: The Complete Guide

What changes when you move from England (or elsewhere) to Scotland with school-age children. From catchments and qualifications to benefits and healthcare.

Updated 22 March 2026