Scottish First Minister promotes Scottish GCSE system

Friday, 4 April 2014 00:00

Scotland’s First Minister has confirmed talks have been ongoing between the Manx and Scottish government’s education departments.

It’s in relation to the dilemma the Island faces with regards to the future of GCSE’s.

With a consultation now ongoing, the Department of Education and Children needs to have reached a decision by September.

Michael Gove’s drastic overhaul in England has seen coursework scrapped with the emphasis put on final exams.

Alex Salmond says he’s sure the Island will make the right decision:

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