Recent analysis published by The Herald has brought renewed attention to the significant rise in pupils receiving additional support needs (ASN) arrangements for SQA exams. As Scotland moves deeper into the 2025 exam cycle, these findings highlight a growing and important reality: more pupils than ever require structured support to access assessments fairly. At Scottish Online Lessons, we work closely with schools, families, and teachers across the country, and we see first-hand how these trends reflect the changing needs of Scottish learners.