Assessment for Learning

Reports have been designed to give specific information to pupils and parents, highlighting strengths and areas for development in each subject area. We use an electronic package to produce the reports. Surveys of pupils, parents and teachers show that the system is working extremely well. The report is intended as the basis for discussion between pupils and subject teachers, and pupils and parents. Progress Review Days follow the publication of reports so that pupils and parents have the opportunity to discuss reports and their overall implication with Form Tutors.

Our assessment system in school clearly relies upon good communication channels and teachers communicate their assessments in a number of ways. We are working hard to place the onus on pupils to take responsibility for their progress. This involves ensuring that they are clear about their strengths and their areas for development in every subject at all times; pupils are encouraged to talk to subject teachers about these. In addition, we would like to encourage parents to talk to their children about progress in school and any areas of concern. As mentioned earlier, the pupil planner is a good communication tool between home and school; please feel free to write in any comments and do check the planner for comments made by teachers.