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S2 into S3 Option Form and Process

Thank you to the many S2 parents and carers who have completed the online S2 into S3 Preliminary Subject Availability Form. Your responses have been invaluable and have enabled us to create an S2 into S3 Option Form that offers all young people appropriate and meaningful opportunities for success in S3.

The S2 into S3 Option Form is now available for you to access. Please click the link below to view the form.

S2 into S3 Preliminary Option Form 26-27

Option interviews with the Principal Teacher of Pupil Support will begin from next week ( Monday 9th February). Parents and carers are asked to discuss and finalise subject choices for next session with their young person in advance of the interview, using the option form above.

Paper copies of the option form will also be issued to all pupils during classes today. Once final choices have been agreed, these should be clearly recorded on the form and brought by the pupil to their option interview, where it should be handed to the Pupil Support teacher at the start of the meeting.

If any subject choices cannot be accommodated due to over-subscription, pupils and parents/carers will be informed, and a second interview will be arranged to discuss alternative options.

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S3 into S4 Preliminary Subject Availability Form

Thank you to the many parents and carers who have already completed the online S3 into S4 Preliminary Subject Availability Form. Your responses are greatly appreciated and are helping us plan effectively for next session.

At present, there are still a number of S3 pupils for whom we have not yet received a completed form. We would therefore kindly ask parents/carers of S3 pupils to complete the  preliminary form as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. Please click on the link below.

S3 into S4 Preliminary Subject Availability form

As outlined in a previous post on the school website, the information gathered from this form is essential in helping the school develop a well-balanced and effective final subject options form that will be issued prior to the parents evening.

Why completing the form promptly is important:

  • Supports pupil choice – your child’s interests help shape the subjects we can offer.
  • Enables effective planning – early responses support accurate decisions around staffing, timetabling and class sizes.
  • Improves subject availability – timely information helps ensure pupil demand is reflected as closely as possible in the final options.
  • Keeps the options process on schedule – allowing the next stages to run smoothly for pupils and staff.

Thank you for your continued support in this important stage of your child’s learning.

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S2 Parent/Carer Consultation Evening Feb 5th 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

Just a short reminder that parents of S2 pupils who have yet to do so still have time to make appointments for the upcoming Parent/Carer consultation evening. The appointments can be booked online, and are held in-person at the school.

The evening is on Thursday 5th February between 4:00pm and 6:30pm

To make your appointments please login at the parents booking website using the details provided in the SMS/email sent out last Wednesday to S2 parents.  If you have not received or deleted this email please, in the first instance phone the school office for advice on how to progress with your booking.

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S3 into S4 Option Process – Information for Parents

As pupils progress through S3, they take part in our S3 into S4 subject options process. This is an important step in preparing all pupils for S4 and the next stage of learning at Cumbernauld Academy.

The information below explains:

  • What the S3 into S4 options process involves
  • What it means for your child
  • How parents and carers can support decision-making at home

What Is the S3 into S4 Options Process?

During S3, pupils begin to make choices about the subjects they will study in S4. This is the first year of the Senior Phase where our young people embark upon their National Qualifications which hopefully lead on to gaining awards across subject areas from August 2027.

During S3 young people studied 9 Subjects this will reduce to 7 subjects for S4, in turn freeing up more time for most of the remaining subject areas.

How the Process Works

The process is already underway with pupils supported through the options process in several ways. This includes:

  • participating in assemblies and class-based discussions
  • having opportunities to speak with subject teachers and Pupil Support staff
  • being given access to information about S4 subjects and pathways.

Supporting Your Child at Home

Parents and carers play an important role in supporting pupils during this process. You can help by:

  • encouraging your child to choose subjects they enjoy and feel engaged in
  • using their most recent “Progress” Report to help guide and inform discussions (please check your email for accessing the most recent report)
  • Helping them plan for future careers. These choices will be further narrowed in S5.
  • reassuring them that feeling unsure is normal
  • encouraging your child to speak to their Pupil Support Teacher if they have questions or concerns.

Starting the process

Parents/pupils can now access the S3 into S4 subject information booklet, the S3 into S4 preliminary subject availability form and the formal S3 Options Process letter using the links below:

The preliminary subject availability form should be completed and returned online by Friday February 6th,  at the very latest.

The information gathered from this preliminary form helps the school plan a balanced and suitable S3 final option form for all pupils. It is not the final stage but the first stage in building the appropriate curriculum for S4.

Pupil Support staff and subject teachers are available throughout the options process to support pupils in making suitable and well-informed choices.

If you have any questions or would like further advice, please contact your child’s Pupil Support Teacher.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help pupils make confident and informed decisions about their learning.

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S2 into S3 Option Process – Information for Parents

As pupils progress through S2, they take part in our S2 into S3 subject options process. This is an important step in preparing for S3 and the next stage of learning at Cumbernauld Academy. The information below explains:
  • what the S2 options process involves
  • what it means for your child
  • how parents and carers can support decision-making at home

What Is the S2 Options Process?

During S2, pupils begin to make choices about the subjects they will study in S3. These subjects continue the Broad General Education (BGE) and help prepare pupils for the Senior Phase, where they may go on to work towards National Qualifications.

At this stage, pupils are not expected to make final career decisions. The focus is on maintaining a broad and balanced curriculum, while allowing pupils to spend more time studying subjects they enjoy and feel motivated by.

How the Process Works

Starting this week pupils will be supported through the options process in a number of ways. This includes:

  • participating in assemblies and class-based discussions
  • having opportunities to speak with subject teachers and Pupil Support staff
  • being given access to information about S3 subjects and pathways.

Supporting Your Child at Home

Parents and carers play an important role in supporting pupils during this process. You can help by:

  • encouraging your child to choose subjects they enjoy and feel engaged in
  • using their most recent “Progress” report to help guide and inform discussions
  • focusing on strengths and interests rather than specific future careers
  • reassuring them that feeling unsure is normal
  • encouraging your child to speak to their Pupil Support Teacher if they have questions or concerns

Starting the process

Parents/pupils can now access the S2 into S3 subject information booklet, the S2 into S3 preliminary subject availability form and the formal S2 Options Process letter using the links below:

🔗S2 into S3 Option Booklet 2026-27 Doc

🔗 S2 into S3 Preliminary Subject Availability form

🔗S2 into S3 Option Letter 2067 -27

The subject availability form should be completed and returned online by Monday 26th January 2026, at the very latest.

The information gathered from this preliminary form helps the school plan a balanced and suitable S3 final option form for all pupils. It is not the final stage  but the first stage in building the appropriate curriculum for S3.

Pupil Support staff and subject teachers are available throughout the options process to support pupils in making suitable and well-informed choices.

If you have any questions or would like further advice, please contact your child’s Pupil Support Teacher.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help pupils make confident and informed decisions about their learning.

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SQA Results and Recoursing for Pupils

SQA Results Day – 5th August
We wish all our pupils the very best of luck with their SQA results.

For more information, visit the SQA website.

Details of support provided by Skills Development Scotland (SDS) are also available on our school website.

Mrs Milliken, Miss MacLeod, and Miss Hart will be in school on Thursday 7th August, from 9:30am to 12:30pm, to assist with any recourse discussions and offer advice and guidance.

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