Assessment at Key Stage 4

Most Likely Outcomes:

At KS4, we report the grade which your child is most likely to achieve at the end of Year 11 based on their current performance. These predictions are based on evidence of your child’s learning both inside and outside the classroom as well as any assessments which have taken place.


For those parents/carers who are more familiar with the old GCSE grading system, the following graphic shows how the 2 systems align:

Some pupils study vocational choices subjects and most likely outcomes for these subjects are made using the relevant grading systems for those particular courses.

 

Attitude to Learning:

Evidence clearly demonstrates that there is a close link between the attitude to learning (ATL) grade awarded to your child and the level of progress they make. We therefore suggest, when reading your child’s report, that you pay particularly close attention to the attitude to learning (ATL) grade.

Target Setting and Target Stickers:

Target stickers on pupils’ books show the grade that pupils are aiming to achieve by the end of Key Stage 4. These targets are also shared with pupils and their parents/carers in reports. These targets are aspirational, based on prior attainment and not a guarantee of success. Targets do not place a limit on what pupils can achieve either.

Reports:

Parents/Carers will regularly receive an update on their child’s:
  • Most likely outcome
  • ATL
  • Reading Age
  • Attendance
Reports will be sent out at the following times:
  • Year 9 – December, February & June
  • Year 10 – November & April
  • Year 11 – October & February