Summary
Education Scotland uses a six point scale when grading quality indicators in school inspection and review. The scale normally runs from excellent at the top to unsatisfactory at the bottom, with intermediate grades such as very good, good, satisfactory and weak.
For buyers in Scotland, the six point scale should not be read in isolation. Look at which quality indicators were evaluated, what the report says about learning, teaching, attainment, wellbeing, equality, inclusion and leadership, and what improvement actions are planned. Combine this with the council catchment, placing request rules, Parentzone Scotland information and real travel checks before making a property decision.
Definition
The Education Scotland six point scale is the grading scale used to evaluate quality indicators in Scottish education inspection and review. It uses six grades: excellent, very good, good, satisfactory, weak and unsatisfactory.