Assessments 

National curriculum assessments: information for parents

Information for parents is available to read online or to download as a PDF leaflet, and explains:

• what parents need to know

• what each assessment involves

• when tests will take place

• how results will be shared and used 

FAQs

How will I know how my child has performed in their assessment?

Teachers will share information regarding your child's learning and development regularly throughout the year. NB: The results from the Reception Baseline Assessment are not shared with schools. 

What is a scaled score?

A Scaled Score converts the number of marks a student has got into a consistent and standardised score. 

What does ARE mean? 

ARE (Age Related Expectation) means that your child is working at their current age expectations. 

What does GLD mean?

GLD stands for Good Level of Development and has replaced Exceeding in Early Years

If you require further information about assessments at our school please contact Mr J Marshall (Year 6 Teacher/Upper School Lead).