Record-keeping can be a daunting task to many of us. 

For families following an American-style high school pathway, the transcript is one of the most important documents you will create. It is an unfamilar document to most parents here in the UK so let's unpack it.

If you are used to the British education system, think of a transcript as a student's official academic record. It provides a summary, or overview, of the courses studied, the grades achieved, and the credits earned during secondary education. 

I'll show you some sample transcripts to help you understand what they are and how you should craft them for your own student/s.

A transcript could be requested by:

• Universities

• Some employers

• Credential evaluation agencies such as ENIC

• Scholarship providers