Assessment

1b) set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions

2a) be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes

2b)  be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these

2c) guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs

6a) know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements

6b) make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress

6c) use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons

6d) give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback.

8b) develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support

8e) communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.

After February Half Term, I worked alongside the teacher once again to assess the children.  She allowed me to assess for myself, making sure that the children have shown evidence in certain success criteria before highlighting the aim to prove they have met it.  These assessments were also told to parents during parents evening, where I was able to communicate effectively with the parents.

I feel that during my placement at St Wilfrid’s, I have continued to develop upon assessments and assessing pupil progress and now feel confident in continuing this in my own classroom.  By working with the class teacher, I have been able to witness children progressing from a 3 ARE to a 4E+ which visually shows the progression.

I have also worked with the class teacher to highlight what each child can do on a pupil progress sheet.  This again highlights what the child/ren need more work on and will stem ideas to continue the development of the children.