How We Assess

At Bligh Primary School, we use a range of assessment procedures to ensure the progress of each individual is tracked. This is achieved through summative (tests) and formative (ongoing assessment) assessments as an ongoing tool for teachers to inform their future planning.

Summative Assessment Procedures

Two year old check
EYFS use the baseline and end of year EYFS profile
Years 2 and 6 - End of Year Age Related Assessments
Year 1 Phonics Assessment
Year 2 Phonics Assessment
Year 4 Multiplication Check

Formative Assessment Procedures

Reading through Accelerated Reader
Maths Learning assessments
Writing through teacher assessment and various moderation opportunities
Marking including live feedback
Assessment for Learning techniques e.g. exit quizzes, white board work, post-it notes, jam boards, nearpod lessons, etc
Retrieval boxes and questions
Ongoing, reflective planning for teachers assessment
End of Year age related assessment for Gap Analysis purposes
EYFS use ongoing observations and informal assessment to inform planning
Gap analysis through IXL in English and maths

At the end of each long-term (three times), children take an age related assessment. These assessments are used for gap analysis purposes. This information is then used to enhance the learning through prioritisation and adaptive learning/resources.

Using all of these assessment procedures means learning is tailored to the individual needs of each child.

Please click here for our 'Assessment strategy including reporting to parents and carers- Whole School'.

Please click here for our 'Assessment strategy including reporting to parents and carers- Infants'.