Coursing interviews for pupils currently in S4 and S5 will take place between Thursday 29 January and Tuesday 10 February. Pupils will be given an appointment time to meet with their Pupil Support Leader or Head of House. Pupils should bring to the interview a completed option sheet, signed by a parent or carer. If any amendments are made during the coursing interview, pupils will be given a fresh form to take home, indicating the changes. Pupils have been issued with a note of likely progression levels and/or new subject recommendations.
Below is a link to the option booklet. The booklet explains the courses available to pupils entering S5 and S6. Reading of the introduction to the booklet is essential prior to making choices. Courses offered through our partners as part of the Midlothian Aligned Curriculum Offer (MACO) can be seen in the MACO brochure, and details of further college courses are on the Edinburgh College website.
Also at the bottom of this page is a link to the video from November’s Curriculum Pathways Evening. The video provides information about the curriculum at Dalkeith High School and it also explains the different types of courses and opportunities on offer.
S4/5 to S5/6 Option Booklet January 2026
S4/5 to S5/6 Option Sheet January 2026
Midlothian Aligned Curriculum Offer
Foundation Apprenticeship videos
College courses – Midlothian pupils may apply for courses with a start date of August 2026 that take place at Midlothian and Milton Road Campuses.
Finally, some help from the Maths department – Maths Department Progression Routes
LEAPS
LEAPS is a widening participation programme which aims to encourage and advise students who are traditionally under-represented in higher education. LEAPS works with young people in South East Scotland, supporting their aspirations and providing impartial advice about higher education.
S5 LEAPS-eligible students can complete the LEAPS S5 Course Checker form for advice on S6 subject choices and post-school plans.
You can find more information about the Transitions Course at this link.
