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The new curriculum for excellence: No physics, chemistry or biology lessons – but pupils will study ‘air’

27 October, 2008

Separate subjects could be ditched in the first three years of secondary school, under new government plans.

Teachers also warn studying subjects in six-month blocks could leave pupils sitting for exams in subjects they have not taken for years. Consultation on the format of future school qualifications ends on Friday and groups, including parents, teachers and council representatives, have been giving their views. Read the full article from The Scotsman.